Atty. Marc Stephen Maister

Atty. Marc Stephen Maister

Marc Stephen Maister is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, international law. Marc received a degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Marc Stephen Maister at a glance

Marc Stephen Maister is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Irell And Manella Llp. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on litigation, insurance, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1991), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1991), U.S. Supreme Court (1995), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2004). Educated at Boalt Hall, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1991) and University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (B.Comm., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County (Member and Past Co-Chair, Insurance Law Section) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marc Stephen Maister is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, international law
  • Marc received a degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Marc practices at Irell & Manella LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Marc Stephen Maister's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marc Stephen Maister handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marc Stephen Maister

Where is Marc Stephen Maister's law office located?
Marc Stephen Maister's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Irell And Manella Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marc Stephen Maister handle?
Marc Stephen Maister focuses on litigation, insurance, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Marc Stephen Maister practiced law?
Marc Stephen Maister has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Marc Stephen Maister go to law school?
Marc Stephen Maister earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.Comm., 1987).
How can I contact Marc Stephen Maister for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marc Stephen Maister received?
Marc Stephen Maister's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall, University of California at Berkeley
- 1991
B.Comm.
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2004
Hawaii
Admitted: 2011

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