About Jacob
Jacob Mark trained as a scientist before he became a lawyer. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Carroll College in 2013. He then enrolled at Gonzaga University School of Law and graduated with a J.D. in 2018.
After finishing law school, Mark moved into practice in Washington. He is licensed to practice in the state and has been a member of the Spokane County Bar Association since 2018. Those ties anchor his work in the Spokane legal community.
He practices at Kirkpatrick & Startzel P.S., where he is part of a small team of attorneys. His days include courtroom appearances, drafting filings, and meeting with clients to sort through legal options. He approaches each matter with careful preparation and attention to procedural detail.
Colleagues describe him as methodical in the way he prepares for hearings and trials. He gives priority to clear explanations when he talks with clients. That straightforward style helps clients understand case risks and timelines.
Mark's background in biology informs the way he evaluates technical material. He reads expert reports and complex factual records with an eye for detail. Those skills can be useful when a case turns on scientific or technical questions, or when careful document review is required.
Outside of casework, he participates in bar activities at the county level. His membership in the Spokane County Bar Association connects him with local judges and other practitioners. He uses those professional relationships to stay current on local practice and court procedures.
He balances courtroom obligations with office responsibilities. That mix keeps him active both in litigation and in counseling clients about next steps. His practice at Kirkpatrick & Startzel P.S. centers on matters in Washington state courts and advising clients on legal issues within the state.
