Mark grew up in Central Indiana and earned his law degree from the Valparaiso University School of Law in 2007, where he also met his wife. He is admitted to practice in Indiana and Illinois. Before law school, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan in 2003. During his time at Michigan, Mark lived in Germany for a year, studying at the University in Freiburg. He is fluent in German.

Outside of the office, Mark regularly volunteers in the community. In the past, he has been involved with the Lions Club, the Indianapolis Bar Association, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mark completed the Indy Bar Leader Series in 2010. Previously, Mark volunteered with the Whitestown Planning Commission and served as President, where he learned the nuts and bolts of land use, zoning and planning. In addition, he is an Eagle Scout and supports the Boy Scouts of America. Currently, Mark is a member of the Porter County Bar Association and the La Porte County Bar Association.

Mark is married to Tara, and they have a son, Nick. In addition to his family, Mark enjoys living in northwest Indiana, traveling, his two dogs, golfing, trivia, scuba diving, skiing and being a sports fan.