American Sign Language-Speaking Attorneys

Veronica A. Richards

Wexford, PA

Veronica Richards is an attorney and nurse-practitioner focusing on medical malpractice and birth injury cases. She is a managing partner at Richards & Richards LLP, and has been recognized with numerous awards including Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and the Allegheny County Bar Association Professionalism Award. She is also appointed to the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority.

Dominick (Rusty) Bianca

Baton Rouge, LA

Attorney Rusty Bianca did not follow the typical path into the practice of law. He graduated from LSU in 1988 and earned his law degree from Southern University Law Center in 2000, graduating magna cum laude. He was student chapter president of the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association and inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu and Golden Key Honor Society. He served in the Louisiana National Guard and U.S. Army Reserves for twenty years, retiring as a Major in 2004. His background inspires him to work hard for injured and Deaf clients.

Veronica Richards

Pittsburgh, PA

Veronica Richards is a Nurse-Practitioner, former hospital administrator, and a Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawyer. She has been selected for inclusion in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania since 2004. She is one of only two attorneys appointed to the board of the Patient Safety Authority in Pennsylvania. Her practice is focused on Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Birth Injury, and Personal Injury. She is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and has an AVVO Rating of 10.0 Superb and AV Preeminent Peer Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Alison E. Smith

Raleigh, NC

Alison is ambitious and hardworking; diligent and meticulous; and passionate about pursuing justice. She is always willing to tackle perplexing challenges to zealously advocate for her clients, and she brings a creative and enthusiastic approach to all that she does. Alison’s law school career has spanned numerous roles. She spent her 1L summer with Kurtz & Blum, a criminal defense firm, where she had the privilege of acting as the second chair for a week-long jury trial. She spent her 2L summer with the Miller Law Group, a plaintiff’s personal injury firm, where she gained valuable hands-on experience with personal injury suits, wrongful death suits, and qui tam suits. She also spent a semester interning for the Honorable Judge Julie Bell in Wake County Family Court. She is excited to begin her legal career at Edwards Beightol.

Daniel Edward Johnson

McHenry, IL

With a proven track record and a history of successful trial results, Dan Johnson is an attorney injured workers can trust to get the job done right. Dan has secured millions of dollars for his clients and has experience representing client's in front of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, Circuit Courts and the Appellate Courts. Passionately representing injured workers throughout the state of Illinois, Dan strives to ensure his client's past, present and future interests are protected. His natural ability to communicate and listen to client needs allows for a stress free experience while navigating the frustrating process of workers' compensation and personal injury. Dan fights to secure a stable foundation for people who suffer life altering work injuries and personal injuries.

Donald E. Pallett

White Marsh, MD

Donald E. Pallett is Of Counsel to the firm. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Colorado in 1971 and his Juris Doctor Degree from George Mason University in 1982, where he was a member of the Law Review. He is a Member of the Maryland and National American Trial Lawyers Association, and the Maryland State Bar Association. He is admitted to the United States Supreme Court and frequently appears in appellate litigation in Maryland courts. His primary areas of concentration include personal injury, automobile accident and slip-and-fall litigation; family law matters; real estate law, trusts, estates, criminal law, and traffic matters. He is fluent in American Sign Language.

Boyd Earl

Buffalo, NY

Boyd Earl has been representing personal injury plaintiffs for more than 30 years in the Western New York community, as well as in Northern New Mexico where he now acts as the managing attorney for the LoTempio P.C. Law Group. His areas of practice include Medical Malpractice, Products Liability, Automobile Accidents, falls and all other negligence actions. As an experienced trial attorney who is admitted before New York State courts, New Mexico courts, the US District of Western New York, the US District Court of New Mexico, The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, the US Bankruptcy Court and the United States Supreme Court, he has helped thousands of clients obtain compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of others. He has trial experience in all types of personal injury and Medical Malpractice claims. Boyd Earl has expanded his practice in the past few years to include New Mexico, Boyd handles all types of Personal Injury cases in Taos, New Mexico and has been admitted in New Mexico to serve his local community with the same dedication and success he is known for in NY. He has also participated in the New Mexico Medical Malpractice Panels, which are made up of 3 attorneys, and 3 physicians, who listen to arguments regarding whether cases qualify as involving malpractice.

William J. Hallett

Buffalo, NY

William J. Hallett is an attorney focusing on civil litigation, including motor vehicle accidents, dog bites, slip and fall injuries, construction accidents, and insurance disputes. He has successfully resolved matters through trial, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University at Buffalo School of Law and his Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Journalism from the Rochester Institute of Technology. He is active in the legal community, presenting through the Erie County Bar Association, guest lecturing, and peer-editing. He is a member of the Inns of Court, Western New York Trial Lawyers Association, Erie County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association. He is admitted to practice in all state courts of New York and New Jersey, as well as various federal courts.

Andrew Rozynski, Esq.

New York, NY

Andrew Rozynski is a distinguished partner at Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, where he brings extensive experience and passion to his nationally recognized civil rights practice. He serves as co-director of the firm’s Law Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing and leads the firm’s appellate practice. Through impactful litigation, Mr. Rozynski has helped shape legal precedent and expand protections for individuals across the country. Mr. Rozynski brings a rare combination of talents as both a formidable trial litigator and an accomplished appellate advocate, setting him apart in the legal field. Known for taking on complex cases that others avoid, he employs creative strategies to uncover winning arguments that are not immediately obvious. He has earned a strong reputation for successfully litigating cases of first impression and has secured more than 25 favorable verdicts and judgments from juries, judges, and arbitrators nationwide. Mr. Rozynski is admitted to practice before more than 40 federal district and appellate courts across over 25 states, and he has argued dozens of cases in both trial and appellate forums, including before the United States Supreme Court. His civil rights docket spans a wide range of landmark cases involving discrimination in healthcare, housing, education, government services, employment, and law enforcement. Throughout his career, he has championed his clients’ rights by securing numerous favorable rulings in federal Courts of Appeals nationwide-overturning adverse decisions, preserving critical victories, and positively impacting the lives of many. Mr. Rozynski has a particularly strong focus on Deaf discrimination cases. As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults) with three Deaf family members, he is fluent in American Sign Language and has a deep understanding of Deaf culture. This personal connection allows him to advocate with unique insight, credibility, and cultural fluency-qualities that make him an especially effective advocate for the Deaf community. He has handled nationally significant cases involving hospitals, courts, housing providers, government agencies, colleges, nursing homes, banks, and large private employers. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and USA Today, and has appeared on major television networks including Fox News, ABC, NBC, and CBS. Beyond litigation, Mr. Rozynski is a committed mentor and frequent speaker on civil rights and accessibility. He welcomes opportunities to share his experience with attorneys, students, advocates, and the public. Mr. Rozynski has worked closely with and maintains good relationships with other civil rights advocacy organizations, including the United States Department of Justice, NAACP, ACLU, and National Fair Housing Alliance.

Joshua Joe Jimenez

Boise, ID

As a kid, Josh spent summertime visiting his grandparents’ farm outside of Rupert, Idaho or staying at his great grandparents’ cabin outside of Island Park. A native of Albuquerque, New Mexico, who loves New Mexican and Mexican food, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University before getting his Juris Doctorate Degree from the University of Idaho. Licensed in both State and Federal Courts in Idaho and New Mexico, he has enjoyed success as a trial attorney trying to verdict about a hundred cases, including serious cases involving homicides, robbery, sexual abuse, and motor vehicle collisions involving DUI’s and reckless driving, among others. Besides personal injury, Josh’s vast experience includes probate, property, estate planning, family, and criminal law. With a wide breadth of experience he brings practicality, understanding, compassion and the necessary fight as he works with and for his clients. Josh has successfully settled several types of personal injury cases: auto accidents (including those caused by DUI), bicycle accidents, hit and run accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, dog bites, and serious injury accidents. Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and their three children. He enjoys attending his children’s sporting events, choir concerts, dancing and piano recitals, and other events. Josh likes to fish and golf. He can also be found doing maintenance work on his family’s cars. He is active at his church and serves in his community.

Matthew R. Zatko

Somerset, PA

The Constitution is Non-Negotiable, and I'm proud to offer passionate representation to protect the rights of every one of my clients. As a native of Western Pennsylvania and a current area resident, I am strongly invested in the community. Since founding my Somerset criminal defense and personal injury law firm in Somerset in 1997, I have worked hard to protect the rights and best interests of the individuals and businesses I represent. In addition to my legal practice, I serve as president of the Somerset County Bar Association, serve on the board of Somerset Country Club and support numerous local initiatives to enhance the community.

Kayla Koski

Tampa, FL

Kayla Koski is an attorney with Vanguard Attorneys, representing individuals and families in personal injury cases across Tampa Bay. She is dedicated to helping people navigate difficult situations. During law school at Stetson University College of Law, she was a finalist in the 1L Mock Trial Competition and a member of Stetson’s nationally recognized Mock Trial Team. Before becoming an attorney, Kayla clerked with multiple Tampa Bay law firms, including Vanguard Attorneys, and worked with the Office of the State Attorney for Florida’s 13th Circuit. She also gained experience in immigration law and pro bono work with Bay Area Legal Services. Kayla earned her Juris Doctor from Stetson University College of Law in 2025 and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a minor in Political Science, from Stetson University in 2022. She held leadership roles in Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity and Delta Delta Delta Sorority. Kayla is conversational in American Sign Language, allowing her to connect with and advocate for clients in the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. She enjoys staying active in the Tampa Bay community and serves as a mentor in Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.

Kendall Means

Milwaukee, WI

Kendall A. Means is an associate attorney at First, Albrecht & Blondis, S.C., focusing on employment, civil rights, and personal injury. She earned her J.D. from Marquette University Law School in 2023 and her B.A. from Xavier University. She was active in law school, serving on the Black Law Students Association Executive Board and as Managing Editor for the Midwest Black Law Students Association Journal of Law and Policy.

Herbert L. Terreri is an experienced attorney specializing in real estate, business law, and personal injury. He has over 32 years of experience, having been admitted to practice in California in 1993. He also served as a Professor at Empire College School of Law from 1999-2013 and was a Member of the Sonoma County Human Rights Commission from 1998-2000. He is also a Mediator for Personal Injury and Real Property Disputes.

Harry S. Hurst, Jr.

Jonesboro, AR

Harry S. Hurst, Jr. was admitted to the Arkansas bar in 1988 and practices before the U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. He received his B.S. from the University of Central Arkansas and his J.D. from the University of Arkansas, where he was a Research Editor for the Law Review. He was a recipient of the Joe C. Barrett Award for Excellence in Commercial Transactions. His practice areas include Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy, Creditors Rights, Torts, Litigation, and Personal Injury. He is proficient in Sign Language.

Norman H. Cuadra

Lawrenceville, GA

Norman H. Cuadra is the managing partner of Cuadra & Patel, practicing law for over 30 years. He specializes in trial law for Civil, Criminal, and Family/Divorce cases and serves as Chief Judge in the City of Suwanee. He is fluent in Spanish.

Robert A. Richards, Esq. joined The Dorsey Law Firm in 2018 as an associate attorney. He graduated from Oxon Hill High School in 1994, Towson University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, and Catholic University’s Columbus School of Law with a Juris Doctor in 2004. His practice areas include Personal Injury, Contracts, Auto Torts, and Premises Liability.

Fiona A. McCormick

Waukegan, IL

Fiona A. McCormick joined Del Re Law Group, P.C. in June, 2012. Ms. McCormick was admitted to practice law in the State of Illinois in November, 2005 and later admitted to the United States Supreme Court Bar in June, 2024. Ms. McCormick has practiced in Lake County for 20 years, concentrating in family law. Ms. McCormick has also practiced in the counties of Cook, McHenry and DuPage. Ms. McCormick is proficient in sign language, completed the 40 hour Family and Divorce Mediation Training, and completed the Parenting Coordinator Training. Ms. McCormick serves as both an Approved Family Law Mediator and an Approved Parenting Coordinator for Lake County, Illinois.

Juyoun Han, Esq.

New York, NY

Ms. Han is a Partner leading the firm’s Tech & Human Rights Department where she represents cases in Artificial Intelligence. From client consultations to U.S. Supreme Court petitions, Ms. Han builds cases from the ground up, collaborating with various industry experts on novel issues. Ms. Han parlays her judicial expertise into her work, as a former law clerk for Hon. Steven L. Tiscione and an intern for Hon. Kiyo A. Matsumoto at the U.S. District Court in the Eastern District of New York (Brooklyn). She has contributed to academia as a Fellow at the NYU Law Engelberg Center for Innovation and Technology. As a frequent guest speaker, she has presented to the Federal Supreme Court of Brazil, the Inn of Courts in Washington DC, and the World Congress for the World Federation of the Deaf in Paris. In addition, she delivers lectures at various institutions and universities including Yale University, NYU, and Georgetown. Her expertise has been cited by legislative and executive agencies regarding the Communications Decency Act (Section 230), Copyright Act, Visual Artists Rights Act, and Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Section 1557).

CLARISA BRAVO

Las Vegas, NV

Clarisa is one of our newest members to join Nevada Legal Group’s marketing team. She joined our team with only one-year experience from a previous personal injury and criminal law group and has five- years’ experience in customer service. With her extensive background and passion for helping other, she has been a great addition to our team. Clarisa graduated from Nevada State College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a minor in Counseling in May of 2022. Clarisa’s degree has given her the tools necessary to assist clients with care and compassion during difficult times. Clarisa is a first-generation college student who is fluent in English and Spanish. Clarisa passion to help the Las Vegas community encourage her to learn ASL. Her goal is to one day return to school and obtain her Juris Doctor. In her free time, Clarisa enjoys traveling with friends and family. While also keeping an active lifestyle by hiking and playing soccer.

Ms. McBride is an associate in the firm’s estate planning and taxation group. Her practice focuses on estate and gift tax planning, probate and tax administration, and guardianship and conservatorship law.

Ethan S. Deimeke

Columbia, MO

Ethan graduated from Westminster College in 2020. While attending the University of Missouri - School of Law, he served as a law clerk for Rogers | Ehrhardt for three years. Ethan graduated in 2025 and was named to the Order of the Barristers. Upon his law school graduation in 2025, Ethan joined the firm as an Associate Attorney. Outside of the firm, Ethan serves as a coach for the University of Missouri School of Law Mock Trial Team.

Robert T. Trujillo

Wheelersburg, OH

Robert Trujillo joined The Faulkner Law Office in November 2018. His practice areas include criminal defense, domestic/custody matters, personal/auto injury, OVI/DUI defense, protection orders, and sealing/expunging criminal records. He is conversant in Spanish, French, and American Sign Language.