Atty. Maria K. Plese

Atty. Maria K. Plese

Maria K. Plese is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury & accident litigation, commercial trucking & transportation litigation, professional liability.

Irvine Irvine 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Maria K. Plese at a glance

Maria K. Plese is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1994) and State Bar of California (1997). Educated at Whittier Law School (J.D., 1997) and University of Western Ontario (B.A. Philosophy, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •Association of Southern California Defense Counsel •Orange County Bar Association •American Bar Association •Southern California Association for Healthcare Risk Management. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Maria K. Plese is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury & accident litigation, commercial trucking & transportation litigation, professional liability
  • Maria K. received a B.A. degree from University of Western Ontario in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Maria K. practices at Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Maria K. Plese's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Maria K. Plese handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Truck Accidents

Maria K. Plese is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Maria K. Plese is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Maria K. Plese is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in California →

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 Irvine 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 Maria K. Plese

Where is Maria K. Plese's law office located?
Maria K. Plese's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Koeller, Nebeker, Carlson & Haluck, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maria K. Plese handle?
Maria K. Plese focuses on truck accidents, personal injury, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Maria K. Plese practiced law?
Maria K. Plese has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Maria K. Plese go to law school?
Maria K. Plese earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Philosophy, 1989).
How can I contact Maria K. Plese for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Maria K. Plese received?
Maria K. Plese's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Whittier Law School
- 1997
B.A. Philosophy
University of Western Ontario
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1994
State Bar of California
Admitted: 1997

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