Two DBD lawyers recognized in the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

Dischell Bartle Dooley is proud to announce that Mark Dischell and Elizabeth Billies, have been named in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America® for family law. This prestigious recognition highlights their commitment to excellence in their field.

Best Lawyers in America® is a peer-reviewed publication that honors lawyers for their outstanding achievements and professional integrity. Being included in this list signifies the respect and esteem of both peers and clients.

Mark Dischell, firm founder, has been recognized by his peers as a Best Lawyer every year since 1995. An experienced litigator in divorce, support, child custody, property distribution and grandparents’ rights, Mark is known not only for his success with his clients, but also for the long-standing relationships he maintains with the families he helps. With more than four decades of experience, he has been instrumental in resolving complex family law cases and providing compassionate counsel to clients.

Elizabeth Billies, partner and a pivotal member of the firm for nearly 20 years, is named a Best Lawyer for the second year in a row. Liz practices all areas of family law, including but not limited to, preparing pre- and post-nuptial agreements, obtaining no-fault and fault divorces, as well as litigating and settling equitable distribution, custody and support matters. She has built a reputation for being a tenacious advocate for clients, ensuring their rights and interests are protected in all legal proceedings.

We are incredibly proud of Mark and Liz for this well-deserved recognition. Their dedication to their clients and their exceptional legal skills are a testament to the values and standards of our firm. Both attorneys also offer Alternative Dispute resolution — Mark is available for arbitration and Liz provides mediation services.