Abogados de habla Español

SPANISH-SPEAKING LAWYERS

Abogados de Inmigración

Beatriz Trillos Ballerini

Trillos-Ballerini Law Firm, P.C.

At her own law firm in Houston, Texas, Beatriz Trillos Ballerini brings more than 18 years of experience in all manner of immigration law matters to bear on assisting individuals and their families throughout the greater Houston area who are seeking work or citizenship in the United States. While the scope of her immigration and nationality law practice is comprehensive, ranging from temporary work visa acquisition and consular processing to permanent residency and other citizenship matters, she concentrates primarily on special visas, labor certifications, intracompany transfers and other employment-based immigration matters. Fluent in three languages, including her native Spanish, Ms. Trillos Ballerini brings a rich perspective to her clients' cases as a Colombia native who immigrated with her family to the United States when she was young.Ms. Trillos Ballerini earned her law degree from the South Texas College of Law. Licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas, she is admitted to practice before all state courts in addition to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. She holds membership in the Houston Bar Association, the Hispanic Bar Association, the Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas and three chapters of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.Widely recognized for her experience and insight, Ms. Trillos Ballerini appears frequently as an authority on immigration law topics on Univision, and she has spoken at conferences in Mexico and Canada and around the U.S.. She is presently actively working as the liaison between the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and Customs Border Protection (CBP) Houston and is listed in Houstonia Magazine Top Lawyers of 2015,2016,2017 and 2018.

Christina Simpson de Reyes

Drummond Woodsum

Christina Simpson de Reyes is an attorney who represents clients in the Manchester, New Hampshire area. Christina Simpson de Reyes chose to pursue a career in law after completing undergraduate studies. She attended Pennsylvania State University The Dickinson School of Law and graduated in 2009. Christina Simpson de Reyes passed the bar exam and was admitted to legal practice in 2009.

Martin A. Arguello, II

Arguello Law Firm

Martin A. Arguello, II is an attorney at Arguello Law Firm and helps clients address Insurance Coverage legal issues. Martin Arguello, II graduated in 2008 from Baylor Law School. Martin Arguello, II was admitted to practice law in 2008. He represents clients in the Houston area.

Tiffany U. Vivo

Vivo Law Offices, LLC.

Tiffany U. Vivo, an attorney with Vivo Law Offices, LLC. in Indianapolis, Indiana, helps clients address Immigration situations. She received legal training from Valparaiso University School of Law. She graduated from law school in 2000. Tiffany Vivo became licensed to practice law in 2001.

Otis Landerholm

Landerholm Immigration, APC

Otis Landerholm is the founding attorney of Landerholm Immigration, A.P.C., in Oakland, California. Mr. Landerholm exclusively focuses his practice on immigration law and serves clients in Oakland and throughout the East Bay area. He is a certified specialist in immigration and nationality law from the State Bar of California, having demonstrated a high level of experience in immigration law and been favorably evaluated by other legal professionals.Mr. Landerholm earned bachelor’s degrees in linguistics and philosophy from Washington State University and received his law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law, graduating with honors.While attending law school, Mr. Landerholm was a member of the law review’s editorial board and received various awards. He has been licensed to practice law since 2010 and has several years of experience assisting individuals and their families with navigating the complex immigration system.Mr. Landerholm founded his law firm in 2011. Over the course of his career, he has handled a variety of immigration matters involving asylum, deportation defense, green cards, U.S. citizenship and visas.Mr. Landerholm has a unique background that provides him with the experience and insight necessary to serve clients from diverse backgrounds who are facing challenges with the immigration system. He has lived in countries, including Argentina, China, Ecuador, Japan and Spain, and speaks English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.Outside of his practice, Mr. Landerholm enjoys being actively involved in his legal and professional communities. He is a member of several professional organizations such as the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has served on the Bar Association of San Francisco’s solo and small-firm committee. He thoroughly enjoys giving know-your-rights presentations to Bay Area communities and non-profits.

Gabe Perez

Zendeh Del & Associates, P.L.L.C.

He works at Zendeh Del & Associates, P.L.L.C., located in Galveston, Texas, and provides legal services for issues involving Immigration, Immigration, Consumer Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation and Business Bankruptcy to the surrounding community. Gabe Perez completed legal studies at Oklahoma City University School of Law and graduated with the class of 2009. Gabe Perez passed the bar in 2016.

Silvina Tondini

Tondini Law APC

Attorney Silvina Tondini is the founder of Tondini Law APC with principal office located in located in Carlsbad, CA and a satellite office in San Diego, CA. She is a multi-lingual skilled, immigration attorney and corporate counsel with years of legal experience providing counsel and directing individuals and business clients on immigration, business and corporate legal matters. Ms. Tondini has substantial experience in the areas of immigration and business law, serving clients in California and around the U.S.Silvina Tondini has over two decades of experience working in both the Business Law and Immigration Law practice areas. Throughout her career, she has managed high-volume, complex, and time-sensitive immigration matters for large, multinational enterprises as well as small to mid-sized companies looking to expand their business ventures overseas. As a thought leader on cross-border business regulation and issues affecting an array of industry sectors, Tondini works with clients around the world to plan, prepare, and succeed in all of their global business transactions.A native of Argentina, she holds a Juris Doctor in Law and Social Science from the Universidad de Mendoza as well as a Juris Doctor of Law from North Carolina Central University. Prior to founding Tondini Law in 2014, she practiced law as a corporate litigator in both Argentina and Washington D.C. and is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian. Tondini is an active member in both her local, legal and general community. She is a frequent lecturer and travels the globe to present to industry leaders on current changes in immigration law that may affect their ability to stay competitive in an ever-changing economy worldwide.In addition, she dedicates time each month volunteering for a multitude of organizations including: North County Immigration Task Force, Alliance San Diego, Ready Now San Diego, Casa Cornelia, California Western Law School – Community Law Program, Unitarian Universalist Refugee Immigration Services and Education (UURISE), and San Diego North County Bar Association.

Camiel Becker

Becker & Lee LLP

A partner at Becker & Lee LLP, Camiel Becker focuses his practice exclusively on immigration issues, and he has been certified as a specialist in immigration and nationality law by the Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California. Based in Oakland, he provides representation to businesses and individuals in the San Francisco Bay Area, throughout the state, and across the country, and he has been admitted to practice before all California state courts since 2005.A significant portion of Mr. Becker's practice involves employment and business immigration matters. In this regard, he helps clients to obtain temporary work permits such as H-1B visas, P visas for athletes, entertainers, and artists, and O visas for people who possess what is termed as "extraordinary ability" in certain fields such as education, motion pictures, television, business, science, arts, and education. Mr. Becker also handles individual and family immigration, and his fluency in Spanish is advantageous when he is dealing with clients from countries in Latin America. These matters have included K-1 fiance(e) visas, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals cases, and U visas for victims of domestic violence or human trafficking. Mr. Becker's experience also encompasses the representation of people who are seeking asylum in the U.S. as well as the defense of those who are facing deportation. His successful track record in all of these areas has resulted in his receipt of a "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo.Mr. Becker has delivered dozens of presentations to professional groups on a variety of topics related to his practice area, including strategies for obtaining H-1B visas, green cards for same-sex couples, and visa options for entrepreneurs. His legal education was obtained at Tulane University Law School in New Orleans, and he was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2004.

Alexandra M. Serrato Leeflang

Law Offices of Alexandra Serrato Leeflang

Alexandra M. Serrato Leeflang is admitted to practice law before the courts in California. After completing undergraduate studies, Alexandra M. Serrato Leeflang attended law school. Alexandra Serrato Leeflang was enrolled at Santa Clara University School of Law. She earned a juris doctor degree in 2005. Alexandra Serrato Leeflang would be admitted to the practice of law in 2005. Alexandra Serrato Leeflang represents clients with Immigration issues.

Roy Petty

Roy Petty & Associates PLLC

Attorney Roy Petty is the founder and managing attorney of Petty & Associates, PLLC, in Dallas, Texas. Board-certified in immigration & nationality law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and possessing more than 25 years of legal experience, Mr. Petty devotes his practice primarily on immigration law. Due to his diligent efforts, he has earned a reputation for providing creative, customized and effective solutions for those seeking a better life in the United States.Licensed to practice in Florida and Arizona, as well as Texas, Mr. Petty has gained notable experience litigating a wide range of immigration-related issues against the federal government before various district and appellate courts in the country. He has also served as an invaluable advocate for those defrauded by unscrupulous immigration law consultants, helping them to recover the exorbitant fees they paid in the hopes of having their immigration cases handled competently and efficiently.For his efforts, Mr. Petty has helped enact positive changes in bureaucratic policies regarding immigration laws, and he has assisted numerous clients with obtaining the government benefits they deserve as well as reducing the delays in their cases. Extremely well-versed in immigration and naturalization laws, Mr. Petty has hosted a Spanish radio program for more than 20 years, where he provides invaluable insight and feedback on the laws and regulations that govern this complex and confusing legal area.Active in his legal community, Mr. Petty was once a member of the Dallas Subcommittee for the Supreme Court of Texas Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee. He is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, and other attorneys have routinely called upon him to provide testimony in cases involving immigration law matters.Mr. Petty obtained his Juris Doctor in 1991 from The University of Arizona College of Law, where he served as managing editor of the Law Journal on International and Comparative Law. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Eastern Districts of Texas and the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, as well as before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

Olsa Alikaj-Cano

Foster

Olsa Alikaj-Cano is an Immigration attorney working in Houston, Texas. Olsa Alikaj-Cano works as an attorney at Foster. She graduated from University of Houston Law Center in 2006. She was subsequently admitted to legal practice in 2008 after passing the bar exam.

Elizabeth Garvish

Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC

ELIZABETH L.A. GARVISH is the Founder and Managing Member of Garvish Immigration Law Group, LLC. She specializes in all areas of employment based and family based immigration matters with a focus on medical immigration matters including all issues facing foreign medical graduates and their employers. Ms. Garvish is also active in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) as a speaker and author and is currently the Immediate Past Chair of the Georgia-Alabama Chapter. She serves and has served on the AILA National Military Assistance Program Committee, the Fundamentals Conference Committee, the Distance Learning Committee and the Annual Conference Committee. She also served for many years as the local Coordinator of AILA’s national Citizenship Day Naturalization Drive, and was recognized for her development of this program on a local level as the recipient of the State Bar of Georgia’s H. Sol Clark Pro Bono Award in 2008. She was also selected as the 2015 AILA Champion of the Year by the Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network. She earned her B.A. from Johns Hopkins University and her J.D. from Tulane University School of Law.

Abogados de Accidentes

Michael K. McKell

McKell Christiansen, PLLC

Michael K. McKell is an attorney at McKell Christiansen, PLLC and helps clients address personal injury matters. Michael McKell graduated in 2005 from University of Idaho College of Law. Michael McKell was admitted to practice law in 2005. He represents clients in the Spanish Fork area.

John Kelly

Kelly Law Team

Focusing his practice exclusively on personal injury and wrongful death litigation, John Kelly is the founder of the Kelly Law Team. Based in Phoenix and representing clients throughout Arizona, he assists people who have incurred economic and noneconomic losses due to the negligence or recklessness of other persons or entities. The types of cases that Mr. Kelly has handled have arisen out of incidents involving premises liability, auto-pedestrian accidents, workplace injuries, defective products, dog bites, motorcycle, and truck and other motor vehicle crashes.Some of the representative results that Mr. Kelly has been able to obtain on behalf of his clients include a settlement in the amount of $2.25 million for a motorcyclist who was rear-ended and who needed multiple surgeries on his leg. His successes have earned him a 10.0 "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo. In addition, Mr. Kelly has been named to The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he is admitted to practice before all Arizona state courts.Mr. Kelly is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and he spent part of his senior year abroad studying economics at the University of Oxford before returning and receiving a Bachelor of Science in 2003. His legal education was obtained at Creighton University School of Law in Omaha, and he was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2006. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Kelly worked for the Nebraska Attorney General's office, where he handled a variety of consumer affairs cases. He then spent time prosecuting criminal cases at the Douglas County Attorney's office. Mr. Kelly's professional memberships include the Maricopa County Bar Association and the Arizona Association for Justice.

Marco Gonzalez

The Gonzalez Law Group, PLLC

Admitted to practice in Texas and before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, Marco Gonzalez is an attorney at The Gonzalez Law Group. From the firm's office in Houston, he provides representation to clients throughout the region in a variety of practice areas, including criminal defense, immigration, family law, estate planning and administration, business transactions, and personal injury and wrongful death litigation. Highly regarded by his fellow attorneys for both the quality of his work and high degree of ethics, Mr. Gonzalez has received an "Excellent" peer review rating through Avvo.In his criminal defense practice, Mr. Gonzalez assists people who are facing state misdemeanor or felony charges. His experience in this area has included sex offenses, driving while intoxicated, drug possession, domestic violence, weapons violations and white collar crimes, and he has been able to obtain positive results for many of his clients. His personal injury cases have included the representation of people who have been harmed by the negligence of other parties in incidents involving motor vehicle crashes, premises liability, defective products and workplace accidents.Mr. Gonzalez' family law caseload primarily involves providing advice and counsel to people who are going through a divorce, and he employs both courtroom advocacy as well as the use of alternative dispute resolution methods when helping them deal with such issues as child and spousal support, property division, and parental rights. His experience in this area of the law has also included adoptions and paternity matters. In his estate planning and administration practice, Mr. Gonzalez prepares wills, trusts and powers of attorney, and he helps clients navigate the probate process. His business law background includes the formation of new ventures, drafting and reviewing contracts, and commercial litigation. Mr. Gonzalez received his Juris Doctor from Arizona Summit Law School in 2012.

Joseph N. Nusbaum

Brotman Nusbaum Ibrahim

Personal injury attorney Joe Nusbaum is a partner in the law firm of Brotman Nusbaum & Ibrahim in Boca Raton, Florida. He is bilingual in Spanish and specializes in cases such as medical malpractice, auto accidents, faulty or unsafe products, premises liability and nursing home negligence. His honors include Gold Level-pro bono recognition in 2005, the Florida Bar Pro Bono Service Award in 2004, being named Lawyer of the Year for Juvenile Advocacy in 2002 and Palm Beach County Lawyer of the Month in March 2002, and the Tobias Simon Award for Pro Bono Service. As well as many other accomplishments and honors listed below.Joe Nusbaum is a member of the Florida Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers, the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County and the Palm Beach, Broward and Dale County bar associations. Attorney Nusbaum earned his law degree in 1997 from Nova Southeastern University School of Law, where he made the dean’s list and served on the Journal of International and Comparative Law. He was a certified legal intern at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office and led several jury trials that resulted in criminal convictions.

Ian Hernandez

Hernandez Redden Sunosky, LLP

Attorney Ian Hernandez is founder and partner with Hernandez Redden Sunosky, LLP, law firm in Houston, Texas. Board-certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Personal Injury Trial Law and possessing more than 17 years of total legal experience, Mr. Hernandez strives to provide the highest level of advocacy and support possible to clients throughout Houston and surrounding areas who have suffered injuries or loss as a result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing.Prior to focusing on plaintiff injury cases, Mr. Hernandez worked as an insurance defense attorney for several years, so he understands the tactics insurance providers use to reduce or deny claims. From this experience, he gained invaluable insight into the industry, which he uses to devise the most effective strategies possible to help his clients obtain the maximum amount of compensation they deserve.As an attorney, Mr. Hernandez fully understands the struggles and challenges his clients are facing at a very difficult time in their lives, and he delivers highly compassionate counsel with the utmost respect and integrity while aggressively pursuing the most favorable outcomes possible on their behalf. Fluent in Spanish, he is able to directly communicate with a broad client base, and he has earned numerous awards and honors for his outstanding professionalism and service.Among his most notable accolades, Mr. Hernandez earned designation as a Top Civil Defense Litigator from America's Top 100 Attorneys along with many other top rankings and endorsements from his peers. He has also received "Excellent" client ratings on Avvo, as well as numerous testimonials and referrals from his satisfied clients.A 1997 graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Mr. Hernandez obtained his Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law in 2002. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, and he maintains active involvement with the American Board of Trial Advocates, the Houston Hispanic and Mexican American Bar Associations, as well as the Houston Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas.

Manuel E. Leiva

The Leiva Law Firm, P.L.C.

Trial experience is everything when choosing an attorney. Mr. Leiva has significant trial experience. He practices in the areas of criminal defense and personal injury. He has an active criminal practice, representing clients charged with crimes ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. He often represents clients charged with DWI, Reckless Driving, Assault & Battery, Drug Offenses, Rape, and Murder. Mr. Leiva obtained "not guilty" verdicts and dismissals for clients charged with murder, rape, malicious wounding, abduction, DWI, etc.Unlike other attorneys, Mr. Leiva posts his jury verdicts and case dispositions on his website for your review. Because of his trial experience, Mr. Leiva is not intimidated to go to trial. He will of course do his best to resolve your case short of trial, but if negotitations fail, Mr. Leiva will be ready to take your case to trial. In 2016, Mr. Leiva had a trial that lasted 7 weeks in federal court representing a young man charged with 2 murders. In 2018, he obtained a dismissal of a murder charge for a young man accused of murder.Mr. Leiva has experience with personal injury matters involving motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice and wrongful death. He served on the boards of the Virginia State Bar’s Criminal Law Section. Governor Ralph Northam appointment Mr. Leiva to the Virginia Latino Advisory Board in 2019.After earning a bachelor’s degree in international relations and political science from American University, Mr. Leiva received his law degree from American University, Washington College of Law. He is admitted to practice in all Virginia state courts and before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Virgil W. Yanta, Jr.

Yanta Law

Attorney Virgil Yanta Jr. is an associate attorney at Yanta Law, a South and Central Texas litigation firm headquartered in San Antonio. Since joining the firm in 2016, he has focused his practice on representing clients throughout the Lone Star State who face complex and often unique challenges in the areas of eminent domain, condemnation, and water rights litigation; business and trade secrets litigation; personal injury, wrongful death, and products liability litigation; and estates, probate, and fiduciary law.A 7th generation Texan and proud son of the Texas Hill Country, Mr. Yanta is fluent in English, Spanish, and French. In San Antonio, during the time he was still a student earning his law degree, the State Bar of Texas granted him special permission to practice in court under a Supervising Attorney by issuing him a State Bar Trial Card. He was granted valuable internships at the Center for Legal and Social Justice in both its Immigration Clinic and Civil Justice Clinic, where he practiced as a Student Attorney under the supervision of his licensed attorney mentors. Throughout his time with the clinics, Virgil worked on South Texas immigration matters involving the Violence Against Women Act, and handled real estate litigation and family law cases for disadvantaged clients in San Antonio. As part of the programs' curricula, Virgil also served every week as a Civil Justice Clinic legal aid Student Attorney at the San Antonio Haven for Hope’s Project Courtyard, the bulk of which work involved handling unique civil legal matters arising out of identity theft issues. After serving the pro bono clinics, Virgil went on to intern with the DWI Task Force in the Bexar County Criminal District Attorney’s Office’s Special Crimes Division, and shortly after that, he was admitted to practice law by the State Bar of Texas.In addition to his license to practice in all of the state courts of Texas, several other courts have also issued their approvals for him to practice in their courtrooms, including the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit, the U.S. Court of International Trade, the U.S. Tax Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans' Claims. Since 2016, he has also been certified as a Guardian Ad Litem by the State Bar of Texas.Spanning the ongoing rise of his legal career, Mr. Yanta has built a reputation as a hard-working and innovative advocate for his clients, and as a fierce champion for the downtrodden and underserved, with the grit and backbone necessary to help navigate a case to full justice under the law. The State Bar of Texas has also recognized him for his pro bono work by awarding him membership to the Pro Bono College for every year since receiving his law license, and has also bestowed upon him membership to both the Champions of Justice Society and the Texas Bar College every year he’s been practicing.Attorney Yanta is a valued member of the Texas legal community and his local community. He is a member of a number of associations, including the San Antonio Bar Association, the San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association, the San Antonio Young Lawyers Association, the Hidalgo County Bar Association, the Kendall County Bar Association, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, the Texas Center for Legal Ethics, the National Association of Consumer Advocates, the Southeast Admiralty Law Institute, and he currently serves on several committees of the American Bar Association. Additionally, Virgil takes pride in his involvement over the last several years with the Mind Science Foundation, a private nonprofit funding leading-edge research and education focused on the mind, brain and human consciousness.

Sheila P. Hiestand

McCoy, Hiestand & Smith, P.L.C.

Known as “The Lady Litigator,” Sheila P. Hiestand is a partner at McCoy & Hiestand, PLC Attorneys at Law. As an athlete and a musician, the focus and determination she has developed transfer over to her professional work representing clients throughout Kentucky in matters of premises liability, wrongful death, motor vehicle and trucking accidents, and medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Indiana, Tennessee and Kentucky as well as before the Supreme Court of the United States, Ms. Hiestand has over 20 years of experience obtaining favorable verdicts for clients who have been injured by another’s negligence.The former president of the Kentucky Justice Association, Ms. Hiestand has received many awards and honors. The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, the Kentucky Justice Association, the American Society of Legal Advocates, Top 100 Kentucky Trial Lawyers and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum count her among their members. She has also been an International Ambassador for Team IMF, a foundation which raises money for non-profits in areas where local Ironman compentitions are held.Ms. Hiestand knows the pain and suffering, medical care, financial impact and mental anguish that are common after a personal injury. She approaches every case with compassion and has a reputation for her tenacity in the courtroom. A fluent speaker of Spanish, she connects with clients from many different cultures.Before earning a Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky College of Law, Ms. Hiestand graduated with Spanish and English degrees from Centre College. During her time as a student, she played college basketball, and is now a regular in Ironman competitions and triathlons.

Matthew J. Yao

Woehrle Dahlberg Jones Yao, PLLC

Attorney Matthew J. Yao is an owner of the Woehrle Dahlberg Jones Yao PLLC law firm, which has numerous locations throughout Virginia as well as one in Washington, D.C. Serving the needs and interests of a diverse range of clients across the region, Mr. Yao provides exceptional representation and support to those who have legal needs involving any of the following:· Juvenile and family law· Immigration· Estate planning and elder lawThroughout the course of his career spanning more than eight years, Mr. Yao has achieved notable success advocating on behalf of immigrants as well as families dealing with complex legal challenges regarding criminal charges brought against their children along with those going through the emotional and difficult divorce process. Through his estate planning practice, he has assisted numerous clients with protecting themselves and their assets for the future while helping them to create a lasting legacy for their loved ones.Recognized for his impeccable professionalism and service, Mr. Yao has received numerous awards and honors, including a designation from the American Academy of Trial Attorneys as one of the nation's Premier 100 Civil Attorneys. He also received the Top 40 Under 40 in Virginia award from both the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys and the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, and the American Society of Legal Advocates voted him among the Top 40 Under 40 in the country.A 2007 graduate of the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce, Mr. Yao returned to his alma mater and obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law in 2010. The Virginia State Bar admitted him to practice that same year, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia.Fully committed to his practice, Mr. Yao is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association, where he sits on the juvenile and domestic relations district court committee, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia, where he is a member of the judicial screening committee. He is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Virginia State Bar. He is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.

Martin A. Arguello, II

Arguello Law Firm

Martin A. Arguello, II is an attorney at Arguello Law Firm and helps clients address Insurance Coverage legal issues. Martin Arguello, II graduated in 2008 from Baylor Law School. Martin Arguello, II was admitted to practice law in 2008. He represents clients in the Houston area.

Mark A. Sigala

Corsiglia McMahon & Allard LLP

Mark A. Sigala of the San Jose, Calif. Based law firm Corsiglia McMahon and Allard, L.L.P., is a dedicated personal injury attorney who represents clients in the Bay Area and Northern California with compassion and responsiveness. Mr. Sigala focuses in his practice on advocating for people who have suffered a traumatic brain injury or were injured in a car accident, an accident at work or as a result of unsecured or unsafe premises. Sigala acquired a nuanced perspective on personal injury from several years of experience as an investigator and paralegal before becoming a lawyer. An Honorary Student on the Dean's List of Lincoln Law School, San Jose, Mr. Sigala distinguished himself as Associate Editor of the college's Law Review and received the James F. Boccardo Fellowship. He competed in a moot court championship and received a number of other awards for academic excellence before graduating with honors. He was admitted to the California Bar in 2004. He is an active member of the legal community and a member of the Santa Clara County Bar Association, San Francisco County Litigation Lawyers, and California Consumer Lawyers. He currently serves on the Board of Governors of the Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association. He has been a member since 2005 and was once its president. To better serve the needs of his diverse community, Mr. Sigala is fluent in Spanish and English. He offers all interested parties a free initial consultation.

Isabel d. Castillo

Law Offices of Isabel Castillo, P.A.

She works at Law Offices of Isabel Castillo, P.A., located in Boca Raton, Florida, and provides legal services for issues involving Immigration and personal injury matters. Isabel Castillo completed legal studies at University of Florida Levin College of Law and graduated with the class of 2002. Isabel Castillo passed the bar in 2003.

Abogados de Familia

Harry A. Suissa

Law Office of Harry A. Suissa PC

Attorney Harry A. Suissa is the founder of the Law Office of Harry A. Suissa, P.C., in Silver Spring, Maryland. Mr. Suissa handles matters in the areas of family law, criminal and traffic, personal injury, civil litigation and business law, with an emphasis on family law. He represents clients throughout the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area including the cities of Potomac, Bethesda, Rockville and Silver Spring in Montgomery County and also Prince George’s, Howard, Anne Arundel, Frederick and Baltimore counties. Mr. Suissa’s staff is bilingual. His paralegals speak both, English and Spanish that allows him to reach out to a broad range of clients.Mr. Suissa obtained his bachelor's degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and earned his law degree from St. John's University in New York, New York. He has been admitted to practice in Maryland since 1977 and in the District of Columbia since 1978.Federal courts that Mr. Suissa is admitted to appear before include the US Court of Claims, US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, Supreme Court of the United States, US District Court for the District of Columbia, US District Court for the State of Maryland, US District Court for Northern District of Ohio and the US District Court for Northern California.In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Suissa is an active member of his local legal and professional communities. In the past he has been The Chairman for Law Day. He participates in a variety of groups and associations, both sharing and enhancing his legal knowledge. He is an active member of the Bar Association of Montgomery County Bar Association, Maryland State Bar Association, and The District of Columbia Bar.He is recognized as one of the top attorneys within his field and region. Suissa prides himself in giving personal attention to his clients. He tries to solve their problems not only in a legal manner, but he also addresses his clients’ problems from a practical point of view. For some clients that are ambulatory, he accommodates them by making home visits.

Matthew J. Yao

Woehrle Dahlberg Jones Yao, PLLC

Attorney Matthew J. Yao is an owner of the Woehrle Dahlberg Jones Yao PLLC law firm, which has numerous locations throughout Virginia as well as one in Washington, D.C. Serving the needs and interests of a diverse range of clients across the region, Mr. Yao provides exceptional representation and support to those who have legal needs involving any of the following:· Juvenile and family law· Immigration· Estate planning and elder lawThroughout the course of his career spanning more than eight years, Mr. Yao has achieved notable success advocating on behalf of immigrants as well as families dealing with complex legal challenges regarding criminal charges brought against their children along with those going through the emotional and difficult divorce process. Through his estate planning practice, he has assisted numerous clients with protecting themselves and their assets for the future while helping them to create a lasting legacy for their loved ones.Recognized for his impeccable professionalism and service, Mr. Yao has received numerous awards and honors, including a designation from the American Academy of Trial Attorneys as one of the nation's Premier 100 Civil Attorneys. He also received the Top 40 Under 40 in Virginia award from both the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys and the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, and the American Society of Legal Advocates voted him among the Top 40 Under 40 in the country.A 2007 graduate of the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce, Mr. Yao returned to his alma mater and obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law in 2010. The Virginia State Bar admitted him to practice that same year, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia.Fully committed to his practice, Mr. Yao is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association, where he sits on the juvenile and domestic relations district court committee, and the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia, where he is a member of the judicial screening committee. He is also an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Virginia State Bar. He is fluent in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.

Robert Jeffrey

Jeffrey Law, PA

Robert Jeffrey, of Jeffrey Law, PA, focuses his practice on family law, including difficult and complex divorce and child custody cases, as well as business disputes. Robert prides himself on being a strong and zealous advocate for his clients, as well as client satisfaction, as evidenced through his Avvo "Superb" rating, Clients' Choice Award, Top Contributor Award and inclusion on the 10 Best for Client Satisfaction by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. Robert was also listed as a "Top Up and Comer" by South Florida Legal Guide in 2019.With a minor in Spanish and a major in International and Comparative Politics, Mr. Jeffrey graduated from the University of Central Florida with his undergraduate degree. While in school, he worked as the Student Government Association Elections Commissioner. He then attended Florida Coastal School of Law for his Juris Doctorate, where he graduated magna cum laude, in the top 4% of his class, in 2010. While in law school, he was an editor on the Florida Coastal Law Review, and obtained numerous awards such as Best Editor and Editor of the Year.Mr. Jeffrey is admitted to practice in the state of Florida and before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the Supreme Court of the United States. Along with family law matters, he handles disputes between business owners, competition law, nonsolicitation litigation and noncompete agreements.While he is an accomplished attorney with a long list of published writings, he still finds time to give back and volunteer in his community.

Janet Dockstader

Dockstader Orliczky

There is a good reason that Janet Dockstader has been widely recognized throughout the legal community as an outstanding attorney at Dockstader Orliczky. For years, she has compassionately guided clients through family law issues. She puts in many hours to ensure her clients feel represented and comfortable with the direction in which their case is heading. As a skilled litigator, she has successfully taken many issues to trial. Ms. Dockstader is also trained in alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation and collaboration.A strong educational and professional background has prepared Ms. Dockstader for her work with a wide selection of clients. She received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and graduated with a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, in 2001. Ms. Dockstader is fluent in Spanish and has been certified as a family law specialist from The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.Outside her work with clients, Ms. Dockstader serves as a mediator for people facing family law issues with the local court system. She holds memberships with the Long Beach Bar Association and the Los Angeles County Bar Association.

Christine Lockhart Poarch

Poarch Thompson Law

Representing clients throughout the state of Virginia, Christine Poarch is an attorney at law with Poarch Law and handles cases of business immigration, consumer immigration and adoption. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is a Virginia Law Foundation Fellow and has almost 20 years of experience in immigration law. At adoption and immigration conferences, she is a frequent speaker.Ms. Poarch is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Virginia, the State Bar of Texas and the Virginia State Bar. DePaul Family Services named her as one of their Women of Achievement for Law, The Roanoker Magazine named her a Top Attorney for Immigration Law, and Blue Ridge Business Journal listed her as a Top 20 Under 40. She then attended South Texas College of Law, where she earned a Juris Doctor in 1999. Ms. Poarch is currently a member of many professional organizations, including the Federal Bar Association, the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Roanoke Bar Association, the Virginia Women Attorneys Association and the National Immigration Project.Ms. Poarch has published written pieces for Federal Lawyer, Virginia Lawyer and the American Bar Association. The Roanoke Chamber of Commerce nominated her firm as the Small Business of the Year for three years.

Peter L. Cedeno

Cedeno Law Group, PLLC

Attorney Peter L. Cedeño is the managing and founding partner of Cedeño Law Group, PLLC, located in downtown Manhattan.Mr. Cedeño dedicates his practice to Divorce, Family Law and Criminal Defense. His firm represents clients in all Family Law matters including child support, custody, property maintenance, division and pre/post nuptial agreements. He has successfully represented many New Yorkers with divorce matters, ranging from uncontested to extremely high-net worth couples. Mr. Cedeno has extensive litigation experience and has tried numerous family law matters.As a former Brooklyn District Attorney, Mr. Cedeno has experience handing all criminal matters, including DWI and crimes as they relate to family law matters, such as violations of orders of protection and failure to pay child support.Since going into private practice for close to 25 years ago, Mr. Cedeño has earned a reputation for his skill, hard work and professionalism. He has been invited to lecture on family law and divorce issues for groups, including the New York State Bar Association. He has a 10.0 Superb Rating by AVVO.After attending the Fordham Preparatory School, Mr. Cedeño earned a degree in Political Science from the University of Scranton. He subsequently attained his law degree from Pace University Elisabeth Haub School of Law. He has been admitted to practice in the state of New York since 1994. He is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.Earlier in his career, Mr. Cedeño gained legal experience as an assistant district attorney at the Kings County District Attorney's Office, where he served as a prosecutor. He later decided to change his focus to family law.Mr. Cedeño serves on the executive committee for the New York State Bar Association Family Law Section. He is also a member of the Matrimonial Forensic Interdisciplinary Forum and the Dominican Bar Association, where he served as vice president from 2009 to 2010. He is a former member of the New York City Bar Association Matrimonial Law Committee.Mr. Cedeño is fluent in Spanish.

Donna C. Hung

Donna Hung Law Group

Ms. Hung graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Decision Information Science and obtained her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. She is also a member of the Central Florida Family Law Inn of Court, The Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida, Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, Orange and Seminole County Bar Association, Family Law Section of the Florida Bar Association, Asian American Chamber of Commerce, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers, and Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.Attorney Hung is admitted to practice in the Florida State Courts and the U.S. Middle District Court of Florida. She is also a Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator as well as collaboratively trained. She is fluent in spoken Taiwanese and has a Spanish speaking staff and associate attorney for your language needs. Attorney Hung would love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your important case. Alternatively, she would love to mediate your family law case as a neutral third party.

Liliana Loebl

Kaplan Loebl LLC

Liliana Loebl is a partner with Kaplan Loebl, LLC, in Aventura, Florida, a boutique family law firm serving Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Her practice focuses on family law, handling complex and high asset family and marital law matters as well as cases involving dissolution of marriage and time sharing, child support, modifications of child support and alimony, domestic violence, paternity, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and sane sex matters. Ms. Loebl is a member of the Florida Bar and the organization's Family Law section and a Certified Supreme Court of Florida Family Mediator. Ms. Loebl is also trained in collaborative Law.Ms. Loebl was born in Lima, Peru, and is fluent in both Spanish and Hebrew as well as conversational French. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in political science from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Ms. Loebl attended the University of Miami School of Law, where she earned her law degree and helped found the Wrongful Convictions Project.Kaplan Loebl LLC is committed to the legal profession and the community by participating in a variety of local business, professional, religious and community organizations. Ms. Loebl is a member of the North Dade Bar Association, Florida First Family Inns of Court as well as the Family Law Section.

Mala L. Sharma

Sharma & Associates, P.C.

Though suffering a personal injury may be one of the most devastating experiences people could ever go through, it is not something they need to go through alone. As an attorney at Sharma & Associates, P.C., Mala L. Sharma guides clients in Houston and across Texas through matters such as trucking, car and industrial accidents, as well as medical negligence.The American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys named Ms. Sharma to its “10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys” list in 2017. She also holds an Avvo “Excellent” rating.These honors are a reflection of the hard work Ms. Sharma commits to her practice every day. She has experience navigating all types of claims, including third-party, subrogation and property damage issues. In every case, she is persistent in seeking justice for those she represents. She has had success in both state and federal courts.Additionally, Ms. Sharma recognizes the serious consequences of her clients’ injuries. She is compassionate and listens as they talk about their concerns. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is able to work with people from a number of backgrounds.Ms. Sharma is a native Texan. She received a bachelor’s degree in business administration and graduated with honors from the University of Houston in 2008 and a Juris Doctor in 2011 from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law.Active in the legal community, Ms. Sharma is a member of the American Bar Association, the Houston Bar Association, the State Bar of Texas, the Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Houston Young Lawyers Association, the South Asian Bar Association and the Houston Association of Women Attorneys.

Patricia Palma

Law Office of Patricia Palma, PA

Since forming her own firm in 2000, Patricia Palma has focused her practice exclusively on family law matters. From her office in Tampa, Florida, she assists clients throughout Central Florida who are facing the end of their marriages and who are thus having to deal with divorce-related issues such as complex property division, child custody and visitation, and spousal and child support. Ms. Palma also handles military divorces as well as those between same-sex couples. Ms. Palma believes the best and most cost-effective way to resolve a family law matter is through effective negotiation. However, in those cases where the other spouse refuses to resolve the case equitably, court intervention may be required. That is when Ms. Palma's 20 years of trial experience are utilized to protect the best interests of her clients and their children. She is admitted to practice before all Florida courts, and she is fluent in Spanish and speaks conversational Swedish. She is a member of The Stann Givens Family Law American Inn of Court of Tampa and the Hillsborough County Bar Association.

Deborah S. Gonzalez

Gonzalez Law Offices, Inc.

Deborah S. Gonzalez is an attorney serving clients in the East Providence area, Rhode Island. Deborah Gonzalez chose a legal career after completing her undergraduate degree. She attended Roger Williams University School of Law and graduated in 2007. Deborah Gonzalez passed the bar exam and was admitted to the bar in 2008.

Rick A. Navarrete

Navarrete & Schwartz, P.C.

Throughout almost every corner of Texas, Rick A. Navarrete has represented clients in matters of family law and criminal defense. With experience trying hundreds of cases before both judges and juries, he is fluent in both English and Spanish and a valued partner at Navarrete & Schwartz, P.C.In his criminal law practice, Mr. Navarrete handles matters of assault and battery, criminal fraud, expungement, drug and alcohol violations, failure to pay child support, felonies, misdemeanors, false accusations, sex offenses, tax evasion, theft, probation, murder and motor vehicle offenses. His family law practice includes matters of adoption, spousal support and alimony, child support, visitation, custody, divorce, domestic violence, juvenile law, same-sex family law, fathers rights, prenuptial agreements, and marital property mediation and collaborative law.Admitted to practice in the state of Texas, Mr. Navarrete is a member of the Administration of Rules of Evidence Committee, the Bar Leadership Committee and the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Texas. He is also a member of the Midland County Young Lawyers Association and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.A graduate of Angelo State University, Mr. Navarrete obtained his Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law. Since 2000, he has been protecting the rights of Texans charged with a crime or dealing with sensitive family law issues.With an in-depth understanding of the legal system’s intricacies that is born of dedication and experience, Mr. Navarrete is committed to using litigation to vindicate the needs of every client. He has extensive experience working with high-profile clients in high-profile cases.

Abogados Laborales

Silvia Stanciu

Phillips & Associates, Attorneys at Law PLLC

Attorney Silvia Stanciu is an associate with Phillips & Associates, Attorneys at Law, PLLC, which has three law offices throughout New York and New Jersey. Licensed to practice in both states, Ms. Stanciu represents clients across the region who face serious and complex legal challenges regarding employment law and civil rights violations.Born and raised in Romania, Ms. Stanciu has a deep passion for protecting the rights of workers, and she has achieved notable success advocating on behalf of those dealing with workplace discrimination and sexual harassment claims, wage and hour disputes, employer retaliation and wrongful termination, and other serious work-related grievances.After graduating magna cum laude from Hofstra University Honors College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English literature, Ms. Stanciu returned to her alma mater and attended Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University.She obtained her Juris Doctor in 2015, and she was highly active during her time in law school, serving the Dispute Resolution Society as a member of its e-board as well as participating in the international Vis Moot Arbitration competition in Vienna. She also completed the E. David Woycik, Jr. Intensive Trial Techniques Program.Following law school, Ms. Stanciu interned with another prominent New York law firm, where she began honing her legal skills regarding employment law litigation. She joined Phillips & Associates, Attorneys at Law, PLLC, in 2016, and she has quickly earned a reputation as an emerging leader in her field.Along with practicing before all New York and New Jersey state courts, Ms. Stanciu is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and the District of New Jersey. She is fluent in Romanian and Spanish, which helps her communicate directly with those who may struggle with English.Active in her legal community, she is a member of the New York Women’s Bar Association and the Association of the Bar of the City of New York.

Luis E. Avila

Varnum LLP

Luis E. Avila studied at The University of Michigan Law School and graduated in 2010. After passing the bar exam, he was admitted to legal practice in 2010.

Crystal Rios Ramos

Rios Law Firm PLLC

Biographical:Crystal Rios Ramos has enjoyed working on behalf of injured workers since 2003. She was a workers’ compensation paralegal for 10 years, for one of the largest law firms that solely handles workers’ compensation claims, before becoming a licensed attorney. After receiving her license to practice law in Arizona, she began handling all the cases for that law firm’s Tucson office. She also managed the Tucson office for that firm, until she was recruited by another law firm in Phoenix. That Phoenix firm hired her to handle all the workers’ compensation cases and manage the workers’ compensation department for the Phoenix office. Thus, she is accustomed to handling a high volume of cases. Recently, she started her own law firm, where she continues to represent injured workers and fight for their rights in their workers’ compensation claims.Crystal is bilingual, fluent and proficient in English and Spanish. In her free time, she takes pleasure in giving back to the community, serving at church, and being a Big Sister through the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona program. Crystal also volunteers as a court appointed advisor in family law cases, through the volunteer lawyers program. She also enjoys playing co-ed recreational softball with her family and friends.

Eran Lagstein

Lagstein Law Firm, P.C.

As an advocate of the injured, Eran Lagstein is the founder of Lagstein Law Firm. He handles personal injury, class actions, insurance bad faith, invasion of privacy, defamation, libel and slander cases throughout California. Additionally, Mr. Lagstein takes cases involving labor and employment, civil rights, contract disputes and professional malpractice, at times defending clients who are facing frivolous lawsuits.Ever the voice of the “little guy,” Mr. Lagstein is prepared to take on anyone in negotiations or litigation. He has successfully battled large insurance companies and corporations, holding them responsible for the damages clients have suffered. As a leader in personal injury law, he understands that a car accident or medical mistake often leaves people with much more than just physical repercussions. There are serious financial and emotional implications as well, and Mr. Lagstein fights for every dollar.Among his accomplishments, Mr. Lagstein has secured six- and seven-figure awards on behalf of clients. These often come in the form of settlements, though he has also obtained favorable jury verdicts. As a result, Mr. Lagstein holds honors such as an Avvo “Superb” rating and being recognized in Lawyers of Distinction.In 1996, Mr. Lagstein graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles. He then received a Juris Doctor in 1999 from the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law.Mr. Lagstein is fluent in Spanish, English and Hebrew. He is a member of The State Bar of California, the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association.

Rex Zachofsky

Law Offices of Rex E. Zachofsky, PLLC

Attorney Rex Zachofsky of the Law Offices of Rex E. Zachofsky, PLLC, in New York, New York, practices in areas of law, including employment and labor, personal injury, social security and workers’ compensation. Mr. Zachofsky represents a variety of clients in all five boroughs of New York City, Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island, Westchester County and throughout the state of New York.Mr. Zachofsky is dedicated to representing those who have been injured due to the negligence of others and who have experienced health issues due to a detrimental workplace environment. He works hard to ensure his clients receive workers’ compensation or Social Security Disability benefits to help them through their time of financial need. His office is conveniently located in New York City and he offers free initial consultations. Being a bilingual attorney who speaks both English and Spanish helps Mr. Zachofsky communicate with a diverse range of clients and enables him to meet their legal needs. He and his firm have gained a strong reputation and are known as one of New York city’s leading law firms.Dedicated to creating the best possible outcome for each and every client, Mr. Zachofsky guides his clients through each step of the Social Security and workers’ compensation process while tailoring the process to their unique circumstances. He is also a strong advocate for his clients, and is always willing to litigate and represent his clients in court to ensure that they receive the compensation they deserve under the state of New York’s employment and workers’ compensation laws.

Barbara L. Giuffre

Work Environment Law Group

Barbara L. Giuffre is a co-founder of Work/Environment Law Group. Located in San Francisco, California, she focuses her practice exclusively on employment law, providing representation to prospective, current and past employees throughout the greater Bay Area. Ms. Giuffre has extensive experience in handling cases involving workplace discrimination that is prohibited under various state or federal statutes. These include Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and the Pregnancy Discrimination Act.Ms. Giuffre also has experience in assisting clients who have been the victims of sexual harassment in the workplace, and she has been able to obtain favorable results in court or through negotiations. She has filed complaints with both the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing and the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Ms. Giuffre has helped people who were wrongfully terminated or otherwise retaliated against due to their whistleblowing activities as well, and she has negotiated severance agreements. Giuffre majored in economics at Cornell University, and in 1981, she received a Bachelor of Arts with distinction and was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society. She then went on to attend the University of Virginia School of Law and was a member of the Virginia Law Review before being awarded her Juris Doctor in 1985. After graduation, she clerked for a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California before spending several years with a prestigious New York City law firm. Fluent in Spanish and Italian as well as English, she is admitted to practice in California and New York and before several federal district and appellate courts.

Barry A. Stein

De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary, P.A.

Barry A. Stein is a partner and the managing shareholder at the Law Offices of De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary, P.A. The law firm is located at the historic Ingraham Building in downtown Miami and serves clients throughout Miami-Dade County, Florida. At the firm, Mr. Stein focuses on representing employees in workers' compensation matters; accident-related personal injury matters, including automobile accidents and slip-and-fall claims; persons harmed by the negligence of physicians or lawyers; commercial litigation; and individual and corporate contract disputes.Mr. Stein graduated cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis in 1977 with a Bachelor of Arts in history, and he later received his Juris Doctor with honors in 1980 from the University of Miami, School of Law. He was admitted to practice law in Florida in 1980. Mr. Stein maintains membership in local and national legal organizations such as the Dade County and American Bar Associations, Florida Justice Association, American Association for Justice and Miami-Dade Justice Association.Since 1997, Mr. Stein has been board certified in workers' compensation by the Florida Board of Legal Specialization and Education. In addition to his continued legal education and peer recognition in the legal community, Mr. Stein's office has a multilingual background and is fluent in both Spanish and Portuguese.

David M. Krum

Law Offices of Krum, Gergely, & Oates LLC

David M. Krum cofounded Krum, Gergely & Oates, LLC, a full-service law firm, because he believes that people who are charged with crimes or traffic offenses or those involved in personal injury deserve to have a strong attorney fighting for their rights. From his firm's offices in Rockville, Hyattsville and Fairfax, Mr. Krum represents clients throughout Montgomery and Prince George's counties, and across the state of Maryland. In addition to criminal, traffic and personal injury matters, Mr. Krum handles medical malpractice and workers' compensation matters for his clients.After receiving dual bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Physics from Wofford College in 2001, Mr. Krum pursued his legal education at the University of Baltimore School of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctorate in 2005. Prior to forming Krum, Gergely & Oates, LLC, Mr. Krum was a partner for 7 years at a large criminal, traffic and personal injury law firm in Silver Spring, Maryland. Mr. Krum has handled thousands of cases. His experience includes co-chairing and chairing many trials before a jury, including one in which a multi-million-dollar verdict was obtained in a birth injury case. Mr. Krum has also obtained many not guilty verdicts for his clients charged with crimes ranging from driving intoxicated up to crimes that carry life in jail. Highly regarded by his fellow professionals, Mr. Krum has received a 10.0 "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo and a 5-star rating on Google. He is also a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys.Mr. Krum is admitted to practice in Maryland and continues to hone his skills as an attorney through membership in a variety of professional organizations. He is a past president of the Maryland Hispanic Bar Association and has been a member of the Maryland Bar Association, the Maryland Association for Justice Inc., the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys' Association, the Prince George’s County Bar Association and the Bar Association of Montgomery County.

Douglas "Doug" B. Rohan

Rohan Law, PC

Attorney Douglas B. Rohan is the founder of Rohan Law, PC, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he practices criminal defense and personal injury law. In his criminal practice, he handles cases involving DUI, traffic tickets, and other misdemeanors and felonies. His personal injury practice focuses on workers’ compensation and wrongful death. He serves clients in Atlanta and throughout Georgia.In his more than two decades of legal practice, Mr. Rohan has earned a reputation for providing outstanding legal services for all his clients. He knows the pressure his clients are facing and seeks to deliver strong and aggressive representation with the goal of achieving justice and fair compensation.The son of a Cuban-born mother, Mr. Rohan is a fluent Spanish speaker, and is a widely recognized name in Georgia’s Latino community. He regularly provides legal analysis and commentary on Telemundo Atlanta and Cafe CNN and works with Mundo Hispanico. He is also a former board member of the Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials.Mr. Rohan is a member of the Cobb County Bar Association, the Gwinnett County Bar Association, the Georgia Injured Workers’ Advocates, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association, the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and The National Trial Lawyers.Mr. Rohan earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida State University and received his law degree from Florida State University College of Law. He acquired his license to practice law in 2000, which made him eligible to appear before all Georgia state courts.

Jovanna L. Patrick

Hollander Lebenbaum Gannicott & Patrick

Jovanna L. Patrick, partner at Hollander Lebenbaum Gannicott & Patrick, divides her practice into employee compensation, personal injury and legal violations. Based out of the company's Portland, Oregon office, she serves clients across the metropolitan area and state. Patrick was admitted to the bar in 2011 in all courts in the US state of Oregon. In her employee compensation practice, Ms. Patrick supports people who have been injured in the workplace and who make use of their legitimate benefits under the insurance cover of their employer. She works with them throughout the process to ensure that the application is submitted on time and includes all required documentation, and assists them in subsequent hearings before the State Workers Compensation Committee in the event that the application is denied. Patrick also represents clients who have suffered economic and non-economic losses outside of the workplace due to the negligence of other people or organizations. The cases she handles include on-site liability, automobile accidents, defective products, and pedestrian accidents. She could get substantial compensation for her clients. Ms. Patrick's experience in this regard extends to professional negligence on the part of attorneys who have harmed their clients. Ms. Patrick was fluent in both Spanish and English and received her Bachelor of Arts degree summa cum laude from Lewis & Clark College, Portland in 2005. She then completed her legal education at Lewis & Clark Law School and received her in 2010 Juris Doctor. Ms. Patrick serves on the Executive Committee of the Workers' Compensation Section of the Oregon State Bar and is active in other legal organizations such as the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association and Oregon Women Lawyers.

Veronica Cutler

Cutler Legal, A Law Firm

Veronica Cutler is the principal attorney at Cutler Legal, A Law Firm. Located in Claremont, California, she focuses her practice primarily on labor and employment law, providing representation to past, current and prospective employees throughout the state. The types of matters that Ms. Cutler pursues are employee claims of sexual harassment, race discrimination, age discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, disability discrimination, wrongful termination, FMLA/CFRA violations, labor code violations, overtime wages, meal and rest break violations, whisteblower discrimination, ADA violations, USERRA violations and more.Ms. Cutler takes pride in representing and serving victims of workplace sexual harassment and people who have been wrongfully terminated or otherwise unlawfully retaliated against on account of their whistleblowing activities. Ms. Cutler has also represented clients with personal injuries and civil rights violations. She is admitted to practice before all California state courts, the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit. Ms. Cutler has written briefs in cases being heard by the Supreme Court of the United States.A native of Los Angeles and fluent in Spanish as well as English, Ms. Cutler attended the University of California, Los Angeles, from where she graduated, with honors, with a Bachelor of Arts. She then went on to pursue her legal education at the University of La Verne College of Law in Ontario, California, and she became a member of The State Bar of California in 2009.

Christopher Banys

Banys, P.C.

Christopher Banys started Banys, P.C. with one goal in mind: providing intelligent, effective, advocacy to help his clients achieve justice. A dedicated civil trial lawyer with experience in numerous types of cases, Mr. Banys brings his passion for justice to every client, in every case. Mr. Banys fights hard for his clients. In 2015 alone, Mr. Banys served as lead trial lawyer in five trials – and won all five. The following year, Mr. Banys won three trials, including a $12.5 million jury verdict for breach of contract against Qualcomm in San Diego. Overall, his tenacity has resulted in recovering tens of millions of dollars for his clients, as well as winning several defense victories. Indeed, the National Trial Lawyers Association named Mr. Banys among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers from 2012-2020. The Recorder named Mr. Banys a “Lawyer On The Fast Track” in 2012, one of just 50 lawyers in California to receive that honor. Banys' commitment to justice includes lending a hand to those in need who cannot afford legal help, earning him pro bono awards including: An Equal Justice America fellowship; several law firm awards, including pro bono associate of the year; the Legal Services for Children’s 2008 Pro Bono Advocate Award; and a Certificate of Appreciation from the Northern District of California’s Silicon Valley Pro Bono Project in 2011.Mr. Banys first became well known for helping inventors stand up to patent infringers, regardless of their size, and served as lead trial lawyer in scores of patent-infringement cases around the country. As a result of his knowledge and reputation, Mr. Banys was invited to debate proposed patent legislation in the U.S. Senate and submitted congressional testimony on the issue of patent reform. He also presented at the first international Cloud Law Summit in London, England.Mr. Banys also has extensive experience litigating complex business disputes, class-action, construction defect, employment, catastrophic personal injury and dangerous and defective medical product cases in federal, state and administrative-law courts and in arbitration.Recent cases include:Ixchel v. Biogen, (E.D. Cal. ): Mr. Banys will argue before the California Supreme Court in September, 2020 on behalf of Ixchel, a small pharmacuetical research company. Ixchel alleges that Biogen intentionally prevented Ixchel from bringing a first-of-it’s kind cure for a neurological disease to American patients so that Biogen would not face competition for its own $4 billion a year drug. Ixchel alleges that Biogen paid Ixchel’s development partner $1 billion to stop working with Ixchel on the drug and never bring the new cure to market. SAI v. QUALCOMM, (San Diego Sup. Ct): Won a $12.5 million jury verdict Representing start-up SAI in a breach of contract case alleging that QUALCOMM used SAI source code in its products without making the required payments. Freeny v. Murphy Oil, (E.D. Tex); Won a $9.25 million jury verdict for three brothers in patent infringement case involving automated synchronous price and advertising technology;Paton v. AMD, (Santa Clara Sup. Ct.): Mr. Banys served as lead trial lawyer for a class of over 1,700 employees against major Silicon Valley employer who wrongfully employees vacation pay by miscategorizing the benefit as "sabbatical" and obtained a $5.4 million settlement for the plaintiff class;Mr. Banys earned his law degree from Boston University School of Law, where he was a Dean's Scholar. While at B.U., Mr. Banys participated in the school's exceptional Criminal Clinic program where he tried criminal cases in Massachusetts state courts for two semesters. Christopher Banys, along with a good friend, also won the school’s negotiation competition, going on to represent B.U. in regional competition. Mr. Banys spent his final semester of law school studying at Oxford University in Oxford, England. He earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish and Portuguese from the University of California (Berkeley), with high honors and high distinction in general scholarship.For more of Mr. Banys's cases and practice areas, visit our Services pages.Mr. Banys earned his law degree from Boston University School of Law, where he was a Dean's Scholar. While at B.U., Mr. Banys participated in the school's exceptional Criminal Clinic program where he tried criminal cases in Massachusetts state courts for two semesters. Mr. Banys, along with a good friend, also won the school’s negotiation competition, going on to represent B.U. in regional competition. Mr. Banys spent his final semester of law school studying at Oxford University in Oxford, England. He earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish and Portuguese from the University of California (Berkeley), with high honors and high distinction in general scholarship.Mr. Banys founded the Intellectual Property Litigation Group of the American Association for Justice and is active in several other legal associations.Mr. Banys is an outdoorsman and a commercially-rated pilot.Prior to founding Banys, P.C., Mr. Banys started and led the Palo Alto, California office of a prominent national trial firm and ran that firm’s intellectual property practice for five years, and before that, had been associated with several Silicon Valley law firms.Mr. Banys is admitted to practice before the following courts:The United States Supreme Court;The United States Courts of Appeal for the Federal and Ninth Circuits;The United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California; the Western District of Wisconsin; the District of Nebraska; the District of Colorado; the Eastern District of Pennsylvania; and the Eastern District of Texas;The California Supreme Court and all other California state courts.Mr. Banys has also practiced and served as lead counsel in trials and hearings in arbitrations and in multiple administrative-law courts, including the International Trade Commission, The California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board, The Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development, and Federal Immigration Court.

Abogados Criminales

Neal A. Davis

Neal Davis Law Firm, PLLC

Attorney Neal A. Davis is the founder and owner of the Neal Davis Law Firm, PLLC, in Houston, Texas. Board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and possessing more than 20 years of legal experience, Mr. Davis provides invaluable counsel and support to clients across his area who stand accused or are under investigation for serious felony and misdemeanor offenses, including all of the following and more:· Child sex crimes and child pornography· Online solicitation of a minor· DWI and alcohol-related offenses· Drug crimes· Shoplifting, theft and other property crimes· White collar and federal crimes· Assault and domestic violenceA native of Houston, Mr. Davis has a driving passion for helping those in his community protect their rights and interests and in achieving justice in the face of serious and life-changing criminal accusations. Along with maintaining a successful trial practice in both state and federal courts in his region, he has achieved notable success arguing appeals before the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. He also handles personal injury claims and wrongful death for plaintiff clients on a select basis.From his efforts, he has secured numerous acquittals, dismissals and reductions of charges for his clients, and he has received numerous awards and honors from his peers. Moreover, he has received many testimonials and referrals from his satisfied clients, and he finds great reward in being able to help so many during what is a very difficult and uncertain time in their lives.Mr. Davis completed his undergraduate degree in Spanish from the University of Southern California and lived in Mexico during part of his childhood. His fluency in Spanish makes him all the more effective at representing his Latino and Hispanic clientele who may have limited use of English. In 1999, Mr. Davis received his Juris Doctor from the University of Texas at Austin School of Law, and the State Bar of Texas admitted him to practice that same year.He is an active member of his legal community and a member of the Houston Steering Committee for the University of Texas School of Law. Furthermore, Mr. Davis has conducted lectures and seminars across his region on a variety of legal topics, and he supports his local community through his volunteer work with the Dad's Club of the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School.

Stephen A. Bou

Law Offices of Bou & Bou

The Law Offices of Bou & Bou is a “family-run” law firm that was founded by the late Edward C. Bou and now carried on by his attorney sons, Stephen A. Bou and Lawrence K. Bou. For more than 50 years, the Law Offices of Bou & Bou has been providing outstanding legal services for clients in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia regarding traumatic personal injuries, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, workers compensation, criminal defense, traffic defense, family law, contracts, administrative hearings and estate administration. The Law Offices of Bou & Bou strives to build long-lasting personal relationships with each of every client. Our experienced attorneys and staff are fluent in Spanish. We do not advertise and rely on referrals from former satisfied clients, their relatives, friends and co-workers. We pay close attention to the details and every case is well prepared, effectively presented and aggressively argued. We work hard to protect your rights and fight to recover maximum compensation for your losses. Through hard work and due diligence, we have earned the respect of our peers in the legal community for our professionalism and ethics.We understand the stress that a traumatic injury, motor vehicle accident or criminal matter can put on your life. Let us do the worrying for you! We can help you navigate the complex legal process and map out favorable solutions for your specific case, so you can focus on what’s important — you!

Cirilo Martinez

Law Office of Cirilo Martinez, PLLC

An attorney based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Cirilo Martinez practices criminal defense law, immigration law and family law. His firm, the Law Office of Cirilo Martinez, PLLC, provides bilingual legal services in Spanish and English to a diverse clientele throughout the western part of the state, including the cities of Portage, Battle Creek and Benton Harbor. Mr. Martinez understands many of the challenges faced by those dealing with immigration authorities, and he offers defense representation to people who are facing federal charges. His resources also support clients who need advice about starting a business or gaining documentation to be in the country.Mr. Martinez has devoted his professional career to learning about international matters and helping people in his community. As a student at the Loyola University Chicago School of Law, he studied international law, international tax law and international commercial arbitration. He is a board member of the Farmworker Legal Services of Michigan, and he supported the mission of a nonprofit that raised scholarship funds for minorities. In the past, he served as a board member for a food pantry in Kalamazoo.Mr. Martinez obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan, and he continues to oversee the Hispanic Alumni Council for the school's alumni association. His professionalism and genuine concern for his clients’ goals have earned him a “Superb” rating from his peers through Avvo. Mr. Martinez belongs to the State Bar of Michigan and is an active participant in its criminal law section. Admitted to practice in Michigan, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan.

Lisa M. Figueroa

The Figueroa Law Firm P.A.

Attorney Lisa M. Figueroa is the founder and president of The Figueroa Law Firm, P.A., and recently the Florida Defense Team with its main office in Orlando, Florida. A top-rated trial attorney with more than 18 years of experience, Ms. Figueroa devotes the majority of her practice to litigation, and she represents the rights and interests of a diverse range of clients across Central Florida and throughout the state who have legal needs involving any of the following:Family law and divorce, including custody and visitationCriminal and DUI/DWI defense as well as traffic violationsBankruptcy and foreclosure defensePersonal injury, Medical Malpractice, Social Security Disability and veterans' rightsCivil rights violationsA 2000 cum laude graduate of the University of Central Florida with a bachelor's degree in political science, Ms. Figueroa attended Florida State University College of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2003.While pursuing her legal degree, she served as vice justice for Phi Alpha Delta, and she was heavily involved with several associations, including the Public Interest Law Student Association, the Spanish American Law Student Association and the American Civil Liberties Union. She also served as a member of the Journal of Transnational Law & Policy, and she received the Book Award for her excellent academic achievements in law and public opinion.Upon receiving her license to practice from The Florida Bar in 2003, Ms. Figueroa joined the 9th Circuit's Office of the Public Defender, where she gained invaluable experience in criminal law. During this time, she achieved notable success handling the highest number of trials among any of her starting class peers, and she received the Legal Eagle Award for her outstanding service.Along with practicing before all of Florida's state courts, Ms. Figueroa is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. In addition, The National Trial Lawyers voted her as one of the country's Top 40 Under 40, and America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys included her on its 2017 list.

Thomas Bert Feiter

Fighter Law

Thomas Feiter was named The Florida Bar's Board Certified Lawyer of the Year for 2015. Mr. Feiter owns and operates Fighter Law in the heart of Downtown Orlando - with free and convenient parking for clients (no big parking garages!). Fighter Law is a well-established firm with 9 full-time staff. Our attorneys and paralegals help our clients with personal injury cases, injunctions and criminal matters (representing both defendants AND victims). We also practice in guardianships, wills and trusts, and probate administration. We fight for you!After graduating from the University of Miami, Mr. Feiter earned his law degree at the University Of San Diego. Following law school, Mr. Feiter worked as a prosecutor for the Florida Office of the State Attorney for the 9th Judicial Circuit, where he gained extensive trial experience.Today, Mr. Feiter is admitted to practice in the state courts of Florida, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Enthusiastic about sharing his legal knowledge with others, Mr. Feiter is a state certified legal instructor at Valencia Community College and regularly lectures and teaches at the Criminal Justice Institute, an organization that provides training to law enforcement officers.

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Eric Benavides

Benavides & Serrano, PLLC

An attorney at Benavides & Serrano, PLLC, Eric Benavides focuses his practice primarily on criminal defense matters, and his experience extends to personal injury and wrongful death litigation as well. Based in Houston, Texas, he provides representation to clients throughout the greater metropolitan area. Admitted to practice before all Texas state courts since 2008, Mr. Benavides is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, and he is fluent in both English and Spanish.In his criminal defense practice, Mr. Benavides provides effective advocacy for people who have been charged by the state or federal government with having committed misdemeanor or felony offenses. The types of cases that he has handled during his career have included driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, domestic violence, possession of child pornography, sexual assault, indecent exposure, drug possession, theft and aggravated robbery, among others. Mr. Benavides has been able to obtain successful results for his clients, through dismissals, acquittals and the negotiation of favorable plea agreements with the prosecution. His successful track record and high degree of ethics have led to a great deal of recognition from his colleagues, including a "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo. In addition, he has been named to The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 on several occasions, and he has appeared on Houstonia magazine's annual Top Lawyers List.As an undergraduate, Mr. Benavides attended The University of Texas at Austin and received a Bachelor of Science in 2004. He then pursued his legal education at the Texas Tech University School of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2008. His professional memberships include the Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association and the National College for DUI Defense, Inc.

Joseph King

King, Campbell & Poretz, PLLC

Attorney Joseph King of King Campbell Poretz in Alexandria, Virginia, practices white collar criminal and DWI/DUI defense law. With his many years of experience, Mr. King represents a variety of clients throughout northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C., metropolitan areas.Mr. King holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of Mary Washington and earned a master’s degree from George Mason University. He earned his law degree from the University of Michigan Law School and has been licensed to practice law since 2003.Over the course of his years in practice, Mr. King’s involvement in various high-profile cases has led to recognition by publications, including Northern Virginia magazine and Washingtonian magazine. He has also been listed among the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” in the state of Virginia by the National Trial Lawyers several years in a row.Following law school, Mr. King served as a public defender at the Alexandria Office of the Public Defender. Along with gaining practical legal experience during this time, he also attended the National Criminal Defense College’s trial practice institute in Macon, Georgia.In 2008, Mr. King opened his own law firm and during that time has worked on matters in both state and federal court. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to represent a broader range of clients throughout his region.Mr. King has extensive trial experience and has successfully defended clients in both misdemeanor and felony matters. In addition, he has taught at continuing legal education courses offered by Virginia CLE, Lawline.com, and both the Arlington County and City of Alexandria Bar Associations.

Margaret Strickland

McGraw & Strickland LLC

Attorney Margaret Strickland is a founding partner with the McGraw & Strickland, LLC, law firm in Las Cruces, New Mexico. A top-rated trial lawyer, Ms. Strickland has achieved unprecedented success advocating for the rights and liberties of those charged with any type of felony or misdemeanor offense as well as those suffering as the result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing.One of her most notable achievements was in a case against two police officers who were accused of using excessive force during the unlawful arrest of a married couple. Ms. Strickland and her partnering attorney represented the couple in federal court and helped secure a verdict of over $1.6 million on behalf of their plaintiff clients.In addition, Ms. Strickland has successfully handled dozens of cases involving a range of criminal charges, from DUI to homicide to sex offenses to federal white collar crimes. A veteran of more than 70 jury trials, she has earned a reputation as one of the leading criminal defense attorneys in the region, and she has earned perfect ratings from Avvo as a top attorney for both criminal defense and personal injury.Ms. Strickland obtained her Juris Doctor from the prestigious New York University School of Law in 2006. The following year, the State Bar of New Mexico admitted her to practice, and she is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico. Fluent in Spanish, she works closely with the Mexican Consulate and the U.S. federal government to represent those accused of serious felony violations in the United States.Active in her legal community, Ms. Strickland has held several leadership positions with the New Mexico Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and she currently serves the organization as president. She also routinely conducts lectures and seminars throughout the region on a variety of legal topics related to criminal law and effective trial advocacy.

Lourdes P. Rosario

Rosario Law Firm, PLLC

The owner of the Rosario Law Firm, Lourdes P. Rosario focuses her practice primarily on family law matters. From the firm's offices in Syracuse, New York, she provides dedicated and caring representation to residents of Onondaga County whose marriages are coming to an end and who are thus having to deal with such divorce-related matters as child custody and visitation, spousal and child support, and the equitable division of assets and debts. Other family law matters that Ms. Rosario has had experience in handling have included grandparents’ and third-party visitation rights, and she assists clients who are seeking the enforcement of or modifications to existing support or parenting orders.In addition to her family law practice, Ms. Rosario's background also encompasses the representation of clients who are facing traffic violations or more serious criminal charges, and she has experience with various types of immigration matters, including deportation and removal defense and the obtaining of family-based visas. Her successes in all of these areas as well as her high degree of ethics have earned her an "Excellent" peer review rating through Avvo. Ms. Rosario has also been named to both The National Advocates: Top 40 Under 40 and The National Advocates: Top 100.Fluent in Spanish as well as English, Ms. Rosario was born and raised in Miami, Florida. As an undergraduate, she attended Florida International University in her hometown, where she majored in English and obtained a Bachelor of Arts in 2006. Her legal education came at Albany Law School, and she was awarded her Juris Doctor in 2009 and a Master of Law degree in 2010. Admitted to practice in both New York and Florida, Ms. Rosario's professional affiliations include the Onondaga County Bar Association.

Keeley Karatinos

Mander Law Group

A criminal law attorney with the Mander Law Group, Keeley Karatinos is committed to representing the rights of the people of Dade City, Florida, and the surrounding areas when they have been charged with a crime. With her knowledge of the law and culture, she is a formidable opponent and zealous when it comes to protecting her clients’ best interests, particularly when they are deprived of liberty, privileges or rights.Along with general criminal law matters, Ms. Karatinos also represents clients in matters of post-conviction relief, appellate practice and driver’s license defense. She is fluent in English, Russian and Spanish and holds a strong belief that everyone deserves to be treated with compassion and dignity, no matter where they are in life.Ms. Karatinos is admitted to practice in the states of Florida and West Virginia. She is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Inc., the East Pasco Bar Association, Inc., The Florida Bar, the American Bar Association and The Florida Bar Diversity and Inclusion Committee. While in law school at Stetson University College of Law, she was given the Victor O. Wehle Trial Advocacy Award and the William F. Blews Pro Bono Award.In 2014, Ms. Karatinos earned her Juris Doctor and graduated cum laude with a concentration in Advocacy. For the Law Student Division of the American Bar Association, Ms. Karatinos served as the White Collar Crime Committee’s National Liaison. She also has valuable experience in drafting orders and conducting legal research from her time as an intern.

Douglas "Doug" B. Rohan

Rohan Law, PC

Attorney Douglas B. Rohan is the founder of Rohan Law, PC, in Atlanta, Georgia, where he practices criminal defense and personal injury law. In his criminal practice, he handles cases involving DUI, traffic tickets, and other misdemeanors and felonies. His personal injury practice focuses on workers’ compensation and wrongful death. He serves clients in Atlanta and throughout Georgia.In his more than two decades of legal practice, Mr. Rohan has earned a reputation for providing outstanding legal services for all his clients. He knows the pressure his clients are facing and seeks to deliver strong and aggressive representation with the goal of achieving justice and fair compensation.The son of a Cuban-born mother, Mr. Rohan is a fluent Spanish speaker, and is a widely recognized name in Georgia’s Latino community. He regularly provides legal analysis and commentary on Telemundo Atlanta and Cafe CNN and works with Mundo Hispanico. He is also a former board member of the Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials.Mr. Rohan is a member of the Cobb County Bar Association, the Gwinnett County Bar Association, the Georgia Injured Workers’ Advocates, the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association, the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and The National Trial Lawyers.Mr. Rohan earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida State University and received his law degree from Florida State University College of Law. He acquired his license to practice law in 2000, which made him eligible to appear before all Georgia state courts.

Donna C. Hung

Donna Hung Law Group

Ms. Hung graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in Decision Information Science and obtained her law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. She is also a member of the Central Florida Family Law Inn of Court, The Collaborative Family Law Group of Central Florida, Greater Orlando Asian American Bar Association, Orange and Seminole County Bar Association, Family Law Section of the Florida Bar Association, Asian American Chamber of Commerce, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers, and Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.Attorney Hung is admitted to practice in the Florida State Courts and the U.S. Middle District Court of Florida. She is also a Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator as well as collaboratively trained. She is fluent in spoken Taiwanese and has a Spanish speaking staff and associate attorney for your language needs. Attorney Hung would love the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your important case. Alternatively, she would love to mediate your family law case as a neutral third party.

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Bahram Seyedin-Noor

Alto Litigation, PC

Bahram Seyedin-Noor, the founder and partner of Alto Litigation, PC, zealously advocates for his clients in lawsuits, arbitrations, administrative proceedings and pre-litigation negotiations. He focuses his practice on the areas of securities and complex business and corporate matters, successfully representing his clients in disputes before arbitration panels as well as in state and federal courts. Mr. Seyedin-Noor's practice also includes advising boards and special committees on SEC matters, internal investigations and compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.Prior to attending law school, Mr. Seyedin-Noor first completed his Bachelor of Arts in economics and Spanish and Russian literature at Pomona College in 1996. He then went on to attend Harvard Law School, where he served as the editor of the Harvard International Law Journal. He also worked as a teaching fellow for the Harvard University Department of Economics prior to graduating with his Juris Doctor in 1999.Mr. Seyedin-Noor's practice of the law is characterized by his intelligent approach. Through his pre-litigation counseling, he is often able to help his business and securities clients resolve disputes without the need for litigation or arbitration. When litigation is needed, he aggressively represents his clients' interests, and his results demonstrate the success of his approach. Representative cases include his successful defense argument for dismissal of a shareholder class-action lawsuit filed against Vector Capital in a federal securities and antitrust case.Dedicated to his profession, Mr. Seyedin-Noor serves as an adjunct professor of law at the UC Hastings College of the Law. Admitted to practice in California, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit as well as before the U.S. District Courts for the Central and Northern Districts of California.

William Samuels

Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

William Samuels is a partner at the New York City law office of Scarinci Hollenbeck, and he is the chair of the firm's copyright and trademark group. Focusing his practice primarily on intellectual property matters, he provides advice and counsel to clients with regard to obtaining, protecting, and licensing or otherwise commercializing trademarks, patents, copyrights, and other similar assets both domestically and internationally.Admitted to practice before all New York and California state courts, Mr. Samuels is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York, and the U.S. District Courts for the Central and Southern Districts of California. Held in high regard by his fellow attorneys, he has received a 10.0 "Superb" peer review rating through Avvo, and he has been named by the American Society of Legal Advocates to its Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 list.With his clients coming from a wide variety of industries and ranging from startup companies to multinational corporations, Mr. Samuels tailors his recommendations and options in a manner that fits their particular needs, realizing that intellectual property is often one of their most valuable assets. Fluent in Spanish as well as in English, his experience also encompasses trade secrets, anti-counterfeiting, and general business transactions and advice.Mr. Samuels is frequently asked to speak before professional groups on topics relating to his practice area. He has moderated several meetings of the Intellectual Property Law Section of the New York State Bar Association, and he has been the co-chair of that section's Trademark Law Committee. Mr. Samuels received a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from Georgetown University in 1997 and a Master of Arts in that same discipline from the University of Pennsylvania in 2000. He was awarded his Juris Doctor by Emory University School of Law in 2006.

Lisa M. Figueroa

The Figueroa Law Firm P.A.

Attorney Lisa M. Figueroa is the founder and president of The Figueroa Law Firm, P.A., and recently the Florida Defense Team with its main office in Orlando, Florida. A top-rated trial attorney with more than 18 years of experience, Ms. Figueroa devotes the majority of her practice to litigation, and she represents the rights and interests of a diverse range of clients across Central Florida and throughout the state who have legal needs involving any of the following:Family law and divorce, including custody and visitationCriminal and DUI/DWI defense as well as traffic violationsBankruptcy and foreclosure defensePersonal injury, Medical Malpractice, Social Security Disability and veterans' rightsCivil rights violationsA 2000 cum laude graduate of the University of Central Florida with a bachelor's degree in political science, Ms. Figueroa attended Florida State University College of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 2003.While pursuing her legal degree, she served as vice justice for Phi Alpha Delta, and she was heavily involved with several associations, including the Public Interest Law Student Association, the Spanish American Law Student Association and the American Civil Liberties Union. She also served as a member of the Journal of Transnational Law & Policy, and she received the Book Award for her excellent academic achievements in law and public opinion.Upon receiving her license to practice from The Florida Bar in 2003, Ms. Figueroa joined the 9th Circuit's Office of the Public Defender, where she gained invaluable experience in criminal law. During this time, she achieved notable success handling the highest number of trials among any of her starting class peers, and she received the Legal Eagle Award for her outstanding service.Along with practicing before all of Florida's state courts, Ms. Figueroa is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. In addition, The National Trial Lawyers voted her as one of the country's Top 40 Under 40, and America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys included her on its 2017 list.

Kimberly D. Moss

The Law Offices of Kimberly D. Moss, PLLC

The principal attorney at her own firm located in Sugar Land, Texas, Kimberly D. Moss represents clients throughout the Houston metropolitan area in a variety of different types of matters. In her estate planning and administration practice, she prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney and related documents, and she has experience in probate litigation. Ms. Moss also provides advice and counsel to clients who are going through a divorce and are facing decisions regarding property division, child custody and visitation, and spousal and child support. She is experienced in oil and gas and other types of business litigation, and she assists consumers who are struggling with their financial obligations and who are considering filing for bankruptcy.Ms. Moss is a 2005 recipient of a Bachelor of Arts in political science and Spanish from the University of Florida. After working for a consumer credit reporting agency, she decided to pursue a legal education and enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. While there, she served an internship with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc., where she provided legal assistance to low-income clients in matters involving divorce, landlord-tenant disputes, and domestic violence protective orders.After receiving her Juris Doctor in 2010, Ms. Moss worked as an associate landman, title analyst and land negotiator for various Texas-based energy companies before opening her law firm in January 2012. Admitted to practice before all Texas state courts, Ms. Moss is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.We are a debt relief agency. We help people file for bankruptcy relief under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

Eran Lagstein

Lagstein Law Firm, P.C.

As an advocate of the injured, Eran Lagstein is the founder of Lagstein Law Firm. He handles personal injury, class actions, insurance bad faith, invasion of privacy, defamation, libel and slander cases throughout California. Additionally, Mr. Lagstein takes cases involving labor and employment, civil rights, contract disputes and professional malpractice, at times defending clients who are facing frivolous lawsuits.Ever the voice of the “little guy,” Mr. Lagstein is prepared to take on anyone in negotiations or litigation. He has successfully battled large insurance companies and corporations, holding them responsible for the damages clients have suffered. As a leader in personal injury law, he understands that a car accident or medical mistake often leaves people with much more than just physical repercussions. There are serious financial and emotional implications as well, and Mr. Lagstein fights for every dollar.Among his accomplishments, Mr. Lagstein has secured six- and seven-figure awards on behalf of clients. These often come in the form of settlements, though he has also obtained favorable jury verdicts. As a result, Mr. Lagstein holds honors such as an Avvo “Superb” rating and being recognized in Lawyers of Distinction.In 1996, Mr. Lagstein graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles. He then received a Juris Doctor in 1999 from the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Law.Mr. Lagstein is fluent in Spanish, English and Hebrew. He is a member of The State Bar of California, the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association.

J. Joseph Givner

Givner Law Group, LLP

The founder of Givner Law Group, J. Joseph Givner is a highly regarded transactional and litigation attorney. Based in Aventura, Florida, he represents clients throughout the area in real estate sales and purchases, private placements and other financings, mergers and acquisitions, commercial real estate leasing, intellectual property licensing agreements, and partnership and joint venture formations. Mr. Givner has also represented an in-flight duty-free concessionaire in negotiations with domestic and foreign airlines.Mr. Givner's litigation practice has included shareholder disputes, trade secrets, franchising and other commercial matters. He then pursued his legal studies at Harvard Law School and was awarded his Juris Doctor with honors in 1989. After graduation, Mr. Givner served a clerkship with a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida before joining a Miami law firm, where he gained significant trial and business law experience before forming his own firm in 1999. Fluent in Spanish and English, he is admitted to practice in Florida and before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit. An active participant in a variety of professional organizations, Mr. Givner's memberships include The Florida Bar and the Dade County Bar Association.

Robert Throckmorton

Tomassian, Throckmorton & Inouye LLP

Robert S. Throckmorton is a partner at Tomassian, Throckmorton & Inouye LLP, an Irvine, California, law firm. Mr. Throckmorton is a trial attorney, having achieved proven results on behalf of his clients. He has extensive experience litigating construction claims and defects, mechanic's liens, real estate and business disputes and appellate matters.Of the many favorable results, Mr. Throckmorton and Serge Tomassian recently obtained a net $1,245,000 judgment in favor of their client, a general engineering contractor. Their client claimed damages for the unpaid balance of $239,053 on a public works project, along with prompt payment penalties, prejudgment interest, costs and attorneys fees. Their client also had to defend against $500,000 in unwarranted back-charges, and a claim that it was an unlicensed contractor. (The client is a licensed engineering and general building contractor). The trial court entered judgment in favor of the client, and the judgment was upheld on appeal.Mr. Throckmorton also protected a judgment for his client in a published appellate decision at Mesa Forest Products, Inc. v. St. Paul Mercury Insurance Company (1999) 72 Cal.App.4th 324, 86 Cal.Rptr.2d 398. The case involved a Civil Code section 998 settlement offer and the defendant's post-offer payments.Mr. He also has been recognized with an Avvo Rating of 10.0.Mr. Throckmorton graduated in 1995 from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University. He had previously received a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Political Science in 1992, also from Brigham Young University. Between 1991 to 1992, Mr. Throckmorton served as a legislative correspondent to United States Senator Orrin Hatch.Mr. Throckmorton was admitted to the State Bar of California in 1995 and the United States District Court for the Central District of California in 1996. He is a member of the Business Litigation and Construction Law Sections of the Orange County Bar Association (OCBA). He chaired the Construction Law Section of the OCBA in 2008.

Michael B. Smith

Lupkin PLLC

Michael B. Smith is a litigator and advisor who focuses on intellectual property and business disputes. For over fifteen years, Michael has represented clients in the video game, digital media, software, semiconductor, medical device, and consumer electronics industries. Those representations included a broad array of complex litigation, including disputes involving copyright, trademark, and patent infringement; counterfeiting; misappropriation of trade secrets; unfair competition; and securities fraud. Michael also has significant experience defending national law firms against legal malpractice claims.As the senior attorney for the Latin American business unit at Sony Computer Entertainment America, Michael managed all litigation matters; developed SCEA’s brand protection and anti-piracy program; orchestrated the restructuring of regional licensing and distribution of PlayStation® hardware and software; and facilitated the roll-out of the PlayStation Network® in Latin America. Michael also served as General Counsel to Legendary Digital Networks, the worldwide digital distribution division of Legendary Entertainment.Mr. Smith grew up in Panama City, Panama and is fluent in Spanish, with some Portuguese.

Scott Freedman

Zacks Freedman & Patterson PC

Shareholder at Zacks, Freedman & Patterson, PC, Scott Freedman handles legal issues related to co-ownership disputes, business litigation, landlord-tenant law and real estate litigation. For individuals who desire to stay out of the courtroom and the litigation process, he also offers alternative dispute resolution in the San Francisco Bay area and through all Northern California. He is fluent in English and Spanish.In 2000, Mr. Freedman graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Arts in political science as a member of the Tulane Honors Program. After that, he attended the Santa Clara University School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor in 2005 and was a member of the Santa Clara Law Review. He helped author the CEB guide to landlord-tenant practice and is a member of The Bar Association of San Francisco.Although he understands the benefits of mediation and is a skilled negotiator, Mr. Freedman is prepared to take a case to court, if necessary, to obtain a favorable result for his clients. He is admitted to practice in the state of California and before the United States District Court for the Northern District of California. To give back to his community, he is involved with the Volunteer Legal Services Program and has been for over a decade.An engaging lecturer, Mr. Freedman has presented to the Continuing Education of the Bar, California and the San Francisco Apartment Association and published a comment in the Santa Clara Law Review. Throughout his career, he has represented contractors, landlords, prospective owners, managers and property owners in matters of construction, purchase-sale, boundary, co-ownership and neighbor disputes.

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David P. Boyce

Wright & Greenhill PC

As a shareholder in Wright & Greenhill PC, David P. Boyce serves all of Central Texas, including Austin and the rest of Travis County. Mr. Boyce has over 30 years of experience at his command and is fluent in both English and Spanish. He focuses his practices on the areas of civil litigation, including personal injury, wrongful death, employer liability, insurance defense and commercial disputes. He also represents both contractors and subcontractors in construction defect litigation. A sample of the cases Mr. Boyce accepts include defending premises owners in wrongful death and serious personal injury cases, defending corporations against fatal and non-fatal work site injury claims, defending policyholders under commercial, business auto and homeowner policies from claims made against them.A longtime Texas resident, Mr. Boyce graduated summa cum laude with his Bachelor of Arts in 1976 from Dartmouth College. In 1985, Mr. Boyce graduated with high honors and received his Juris Doctor from The University of Texas at Austin School of Law. While there, he was a noted author for the Texas Law Review. Since graduation, he has gone on to serve in a number of prestigious organizations, including the Texas Association of Defense Counsel, Inc. and the American Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Boyce is also currently a member of the State Bar of Texas' Construction Law Section and Litigation Section as well as the Austin Bar Association's Construction Law Section.Due to his successful track record and high degree of ethics, Mr. Boyce has earned the high regard of his fellow attorneys. In 2010, Mr. Boyce was selected to become a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only organization.

Edgar Carranza

Backus, Carranza & Burden

Edgar Carranza is a shareholder in Backus, Carranza & Burden, and has been a member of the Las Vegas, Nevada, firm since its founding in 1997. Focusing his practice on civil litigation, he represents individuals and businesses throughout the Las Vegas area in a variety of matters, including products and premises liability, recreational and sports law, professional liability defense, employment law and multidistrict mass tort litigation defense. During his nearly 30 years of practice, Mr. Carranza has participated in numerous jury, bench and administrative trials, arbitration hearings and appellate proceedings.A 1990 graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Mr. Carranza earned his Juris Doctor in 1994 at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. Admitted to practice law in Nevada, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. Fluent in both English and Spanish, he is a founding member of the Las Vegas Latino Bar Association and a member of the Hispanic National Bar Association. Mr. Carranza also gives freely of his time as a mentor for a program sponsored by the Hispanic Law Students Association at the William S. Boyd School of Law and as a volunteer for several local community organizations such as the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth. Copyright 2009 by Woodward/White, Inc., Aiken, SC