Mark Costley

With a robust career spanning more than three decades, Mark Costley has assisted countless individuals across North Carolina in estate planning, trust and estate administration, planning for children and adults with special needs, business succession planning, and family charitable counseling. His practice is characterized by a blend of strategic analysis, negotiation, and documentation, ensuring clients effectively implement their plans.

An alumnus of Duke University, Mark has actively contributed to his alma mater, including serving on the Board of Trustees. His dedication extends to community service, notably with the Servant Center, Inc., where he supports health care initiatives for veterans and the homeless.

Mark is a certified court mediator and frequently delivers public presentations on estate planning, financial planning, asset protection, and related topics. His professional affiliations are extensive, including the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, Oklahoma Bar Association, American Bar Association, 14th Judicial District Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, Estate & Trust Legislative Committee, Durham-Orange Estate Planning Council, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

Beyond his professional life, Mark is married to Margaret Costley and is the father of two daughters, Eleanor and Audrey. He is an active member of University Presbyterian Church in Chapel Hill and enjoys sports, reading, travel, tennis, music, politics, and gardening.