Mario Turner joins Wilke Fleury, providing creative solutions to complex problems in healthcare and corporate law. Mario’s practice focuses on Knox-Keene Act licensed health care service plans and insurance regulatory matters.  Additionally, Mario represents healthcare providers, including physicians, dentists, veterinarians, optometrists, pharmacists, FQHCs, MSOs, IPAs, and Employee Assistance Programs. Mario assists healthcare organizations with regulatory and compliance matters including licensing, contracting, policies, acquisitions, and litigation. Mario also counsels clients on issues pertaining to Medicaid, Medicare, HIPAA, and antitrust laws in health care. Outside practicing law, Mario is a passionate Sacramento Kings fan and enjoys spending time with family, friends, and his four dogs. 

Larissa Celaya joins Wilke Fleury, bringing an unparalleled expertise and dedication to clients. With a proven track record in both public and private sector employment law, Larissa represents individuals and businesses in a wide range of employment-related matters, from workplace discrimination and wrongful termination to wage disputes and compliance issues. Her extensive experience in civil litigation, honed during her time as secretary to a fast-paced civil litigation team while attending law school at night, gives Larissa a unique edge in navigating complex legal challenges with precision and efficiency. When Larissa is not advocating for clients, she enjoys spending time with family, sharing her love of cooking or cozying up with a good book. Larissa also dedicates time to teaching legal writing and analysis at Lincoln Law School, passing on her knowledge and passion for the law to the next generation of legal professionals.

By: Trevor L. Stapleton

It was with great anticipation we turned the calendar to 2025, ready to embark on a new year filled with exciting opportunities. Last year we achieved remarkable milestones made possible by the invaluable contributions of each and every one of our committed, dedicated and hard working team.  Our success is firmly rooted in our dedication to providing the highest quality legal services  which has been a Wilke Fleury hallmark for over 100 years.

We are committed to creating a supportive work environment where team members can thrive both professionally and personally. We are excited to continue and expand firm programs and initiatives to support health, growth, and work-life balance.

At Wilke Fleury, we are ready to take on the challenges of rapidly evolving business and legal markets with strategic planning and innovation. Our forward thinking and adaptability will have Wilke Fleury leading the curve in 2025!

We continue to grow our firm and practice groups with strategic hiring, and supporting the growth and development of our talented associates.  Senior Counsel Jizell Lopez become our newest a partner in 2025.  Jizell joins a vibrant, dynamic and innovative group whose positive energy is infectious and propels into the new year.  Very exciting!

Wilke Fleury does not rest on the laurels of our tremendous successes in 2024.  Rather, we are poised to build upon our successes and accomplishments and to reach even greater heights in 2025.  What a great time to be part of Wilke Fleury and I am truly humbled and honored to lead the firm into what is sure to be a phenomenal year.