Karen P. Pesek (She/Her)
Karen P. Pesek is a dynamic figure with a background in finance and a passionate commitment to community service and education. As the Director of Finance at Pesek Law LLC, Karen ensures the accurate and timely distribution of funds recovered for personal injury cases. Holding a Public Accounting degree from Wayne State College, she also earned an associate’s degree from Central Community College. Alongside her husband Ross, Karen established the True Potential Scholarship, which supports young immigrants in accessing quality, affordable education. This initiative has helped nearly 300 students attend classes across multiple community colleges in Nebraska and Iowa.
In addition to her work at Pesek Law, Karen is deeply involved in nonprofit boards, including the Metropolitan Community College Foundation Finance Committee and organizations like Matters On Tomorrow, Nebraska Statewide Arboretum and Urban Abbey. Her dedication to community service extends to mentoring first-generation college students and their families, providing guidance through the U.S. education system. She also oversees the firm’s Free Legal Clinic, offering more than 500 free legal consultations annually for Spanish speakers since 2011.
Karen's commitment to community and educational advancement earned her the Outstanding Alumni award from the Nebraska Community College Association in 2023. Beyond her professional achievements, Karen cherishes time with her family—her husband, their three children, and their beloved dog Oso.