Atty. Steven B. Plesser

Atty. Steven B. Plesser

Mr. Plesser joined the firm in 2018 with more than 25 years experience as a highly successful trial attorney, having represented hundreds of clients in both California and Federal courts.

Sacramento Sacramento 34 J. Erfahrung 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven B. Plesser at a glance

Steven B. Plesser is a Partner based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Rothschild Wishek And Sands Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and United States District Court for the Eastern District of California (2010). Educated at University of California School of Law, Davis (J.D., 1992) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Plesser joined the firm in 2018 with more than 25 years experience as a highly successful trial attorney, having represented hundreds of clients in both California and Federal courts
  • A dedicated defense attorney, Mr. Plesser gained invaluable years of litigation experience as a criminal defense trial attorney in the trenches of the criminal justice system as a public defender in San Joaquin, Placer, and Sacramento counties
  • Mr. Plesser has been in private practice since 2010, successfully defending clients in both State and Federal court, where Mr. Plesser’s clients have included doctors, lawyers, elected officials, business owners, and performing artists, amongst others
  • Mr. Plesser has represented clients throughout the State of California, including in juvenile courts, as well as in Federal court
  • As a litigator, Mr. Plesser has earned a reputation as a formidable and highly effective trial attorney
  • He has tried dozens of serious and complex felony criminal cases, including trials involving allegations of financial fraud, homicide, sexual assault, crimes of violence, narcotics manufacturing and distribution as well as "Three Strikes" cases, leading to a lengthy and still growing list of hard-fought acquittals for his clients
  • Mr. Plesser aims for strategic early intervention in cases, emphasizing mitigation and defense investigation before charges have been filed
  • Mr. Plesser’s practice is focused on the successful use of mental health mitigation and psychiatric experts, strategic use of forensic expert witnesses, and effective use of digital media and technology in the courtroom

Practice Areas Explained

Steven B. Plesser's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven B. Plesser handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Government & Administrative 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 Sacramento 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 Steven B. Plesser

Where is Steven B. Plesser's law office located?
Steven B. Plesser's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Rothschild Wishek And Sands Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven B. Plesser handle?
Steven B. Plesser focuses on criminal defense, ip, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven B. Plesser practiced law?
Steven B. Plesser has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Steven B. Plesser go to law school?
Steven B. Plesser earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1988).
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Education

J.D.
University of California School of Law, Davis
- 1992
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
Admitted: 2010

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