Maria Elizabeth Brown, Environmental Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 40 years of legal practice
Dep. Atty. Gen.
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing environmental in Los Angeles since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
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Maria Elizabeth Brown is a dep. atty. gen. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Maria has over 40 years of legal experience.
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- Los Angeles, CA
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- over 40 years
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- Environmental
- Handles Environmental matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Maria Elizabeth Brown: Maria Elizabeth Brown is a dep. atty. gen. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Maria has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Maria's practice areas in Los Angeles
Maria concentrates on environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Maria handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental cases in Los Angeles, California
Maria takes environmental matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Maria agrees to represent you.
Biography
Maria Elizabeth Brown, environmental attorney serving Los Angeles
Maria Elizabeth Brown is a dep. atty. gen. based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Environmental. Maria has over 40 years of legal experience. Maria works from Los Angeles, California and takes on environmental matters across the region.
Maria Elizabeth Brown is a lawyer practicing environmental law. Maria received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Maria practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Maria's approach to environmental cases
Maria Elizabeth Brown is a lawyer practicing environmental law. Maria received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Maria practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Clients Maria works with
Maria reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Maria studied and practices
Stanford University
J.D. · 1985
California State University at Northridge
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Maria's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1986 · ACTIVE
California
1986 · ACTIVE
Maria studied at J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in California State University at Northridge.
Law school and academic background
Maria completed J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in California State University at Northridge. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Maria runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Maria Elizabeth Brown's office in Los Angeles
Maria's primary office is at 13759 Bayliss Rd, Los Angeles, CA, 90049-1214. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Maria Elizabeth Brown — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Maria usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Maria charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Maria will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Maria
Maria discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Maria confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Maria's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Maria Elizabeth Brown
How much does it cost to hire Maria for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Maria walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Maria offer a free consultation?
Maria charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Maria's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Maria's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in California typically take?
Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Maria gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Maria take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Maria is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Maria will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Maria?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Maria will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Maria accepting new environmental clients right now?
Maria's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Maria handles environmental matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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