Elmwood Park, NJ

Jacob D. Diesselhorst

Jacob D. Diesselhorst is a partner at Nix & Diesselhorst, leading the Birth Injury Team. He is a highly respected trial attorney known for developing close relationships with clients and tirelessly working to obtain justice for children and families affected by birth injuries. Jacob graduated with honors from Oklahoma State University with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in Business in 1999, and earned his J.D. with honors from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2002. He is a proud supporter of Oklahoma sports teams and enjoys golf, family time, and travel.

Glendell D. Nix

Glendell D. Nix is a partner at Nix & Diesselhorst, leading the firm’s Medical Malpractice Team. He is known for his natural leadership, ability to transfer knowledge, and strong persuasive manner during trials. Glendell is a decorated personal injury trial lawyer with a background in juggling, unicycling, and tightrope walking, which he attributes to his discipline. He graduated valedictorian of his high school class in 1982 and holds a B.B.A. from Central State University (1986, summa cum laude) and a J.D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law (1989, highest honors and Order of the Coif). He is passionate about helping people through the justice system, especially in cases of catastrophic personal injuries and wrongful death.

Paul Grosso

Paul Grosso has been Certified as a Civil Trial Lawyer 4 times and has received the prestigious awards of Super Lawyer multiple years and an AV Rating in Martindale-Hubbell (The highest possible rating in both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards) for over 20 consecutive years. He was Certified in 2004 (5 year term), Re-Certified in 2009 (5 year term), Re-Certified in 2014 (5 year term) and Re-certified in 2019 (5 year term). Paul’s passion for helping his clients means you receive extremely effective representation with individual attention. Paul and his legal team work aggressively to recover the highest amount for you as quickly as possible. He has recovered more than forty million ($40,000,000.00) dollars for his clients. Paul has over 35 years of legal experience since graduating from Catholic University’s Columbus School of Law in Washington D.C. and has been licensed in New Jersey since 1985. Unlike many other attorneys with his credentials and track record, Paul and his staff are completely accessible and promptly return phone calls; it’s part of his commitment and compassion for you. Mr. Grosso truly believes that working towards a full and balanced life is an important part of being the best possible lawyer (both advocate and counsel) for his clients.

Phillip C. Wiskow

Phillip C. Wiskow is the managing partner of Gelman Gelman Wiskow & McCarthy LLC. He has 40 years of experience handling cases involving medical malpractice, products liability and personal injury. During his career, Phil has successfully litigated more than 15 cases that resulted in settlements or verdicts over a million dollars and tried over 125 jury trials. He is licensed in New Jersey and Florida. He is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Civil Trial Attorney, a distinction held by less than two percent of New Jersey trial attorneys. He has been repeatedly selected to the Super Lawyers’ list since 2009, including the Blue Ribbon Panel in 2014 and 2018. In 2011, he was named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in New Jersey by The National Trial Lawyers Association. He successfully argued his third case before the NJ Supreme Court in 2013 and was named one of the Top 10 Trial Attorneys in New Jersey by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorney’s this year (2025).

Ethan Jesse Sheffet

Ethan Jesse Sheffet is the founding member of Sheffet & Dvorin, PC, specializing in personal injury, workers' compensation, health care, commercial litigation, and corporate transactional matters. He has served as General Counsel for the Borough of Roseland and Municipal Prosecutor for the Township of Verona. He is licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Arlene M. Parra

Arlene M. Parra is a founding partner of Parra Klein and a dedicated advocate for the injured. A lifelong Bergen County resident and the daughter of Colombian and Ecuadorian immigrants, Arlene was raised with an unwavering sense of grit, purpose, and service to her community. As a first-generation Latina attorney, she brings a deep personal commitment to standing up for those who need it most - and winning big when it matters most. She represents clients throughout New Jersey and New York who have suffered serious injuries due to car crashes, fall downs, dog bites, product failures, and more. Her reputation is built on results, persistence, and an aggressive approach to litigation. Before founding Parra Klein, Arlene worked with several highly regarded law firms across New York and New Jersey. She gained valuable insight through early roles in criminal defense, contract disputes, insurance defense, and municipal law - experience that now gives her an edge when anticipating and dismantling the tactics used by insurance companies and defense counsel. Some of Arlene’s most meaningful work has come from supporting underserved communities. She played a key role in the Post-Conviction Innocence Clinic at New York Law School, where she helped represent low-income individuals who were wrongfully incarcerated. She also worked with Street Law Clinic, teaching high school students in the Bronx about the legal system and helping create a pathway to the profession. Arlene offers a rare kind of legal representation - personal, responsive, and relentless. When you hire her, she stays involved from day one, guiding your case with precision and keeping you informed every step of the way. Her clients know they’re not just another file - they’re people she’s fighting for.

Travis Dunn

Travis Dunn is an exceptional and experienced litigator at Nix & Diesselhorst, dedicating 100% of his practice to medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. He is known for his proven track record, having recovered over $130 million for clients through settlements and verdicts, including eight-figure recoveries. Travis's strong work ethic, tenacity, and ability to clearly present complex cases make him a top litigator in Oklahoma. He emphasizes clear communication and trust with his clients, acting as both an attorney and counselor. Travis graduated from Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Accounting in 1992 and earned his J.D. from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 1995.