Arabic-Speaking Attorneys

Maen Elaiwat

Richardson, TX

Maen Elaiwat is an associate attorney at MAS Law and a licensed member of the Texas Bar Association. His passion for law is reflected in his wide range of specialties, including business disputes, contract formations, commercial litigation, and personal injury. A graduate of Baylor University School of Law, Maen realized the powerful impact a dedicated attorney can have on a person’s life when he sought legal counsel at a young age, and from that moment on, Maen’s path was determined: he would become a lawyer and use his career as a positive outlet to direct his desire to help others. While earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the University of Texas at Dallas, Maen attended the course Civil Rights Law and Society. Quickly, Maen realized that the professor of the class, Mr. Sean Modjarrad, was the very same attorney that helped him years ago and instilled in him the desire and passion to become a lawyer. The serendipity of it all was not lost on Maen. After completing the course, he began interning at Mr. Modjarrad’s law firm, MAS Law, where Maen’s tenacity and commitment to the legal profession were apparent. His exceptionalism was instantly recognized, and he became a paralegal, assisting attorneys and gaining valuable insight into what it takes to ensure clients see the justice they deserve. Seven years and a Juris Doctorate later, Maen is an indispensable part of the MAS Law team. His wide breadth of knowledge paired with his determination continues to leave an enduring mark on the lives of everyone he represents. “When our clients come to us with an issue ... it becomes a problem that needs to be solved, and the great thing about the legal profession is finding the right way to solve the problem; that’s what I thrive in.” When Maen isn’t at the office diligently fighting for his clients, he enjoys drawing, sand volleyball, soccer, and boxing.

Nazeh R. Abusaad

Richardson, TX

Nazeh Abusaad is a shareholder of MAS Law and is admitted to practice in the State of Texas. Mr. Abusaad earned his Juris Doctor from the Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University. In his free time, Nazeh enjoys a nice afternoon on the golf course, and he has three sons.

Emily Vechan

Houston, TX

Emily Vechan is a Lead Trial Attorney at Sneed & Mitchell LLP. She has been committed to helping people obtain justice since 2005. Emily is recognized for obtaining one of the 'Top 10 Personal Injury Verdicts in Texas in 2021' and successfully pioneered a novel theory of liability against Amazon.com in federal court in 2022. In April 2024, she recovered over a million dollars for a nurse in a bench trial. Her cases have resulted in over one hundred million dollars in gross recovery. She handles cases involving 18-wheelers, workplace injuries, defective products, car collisions, wrongful death, maritime incidents, and premises liability. Emily is also a linguaphile, having studied French, Latin, Arabic, Greek, and Spanish.

Abe Jaloudi

Clifton, NJ

Abe Jaloudi, Esq. is the principal and founder of Jaloudi Law, serving the New Jersey community for over 25 years. He focuses his practice primarily on personal injury law, criminal defense, and real estate closings, also handling matters in immigration law, PIP arbitration, employment law, and business law. He is widely respected for his integrity, honor, and compassion, and is known for his professionalism, legal acumen, and expertise at trial. He has successfully settled hundreds of cases, including a $10 million settlement after petitioning the Supreme Court of New Jersey. He is bilingual in English and Arabic.

Nazo Koulloukian

Los Angeles, CA

Nazo Koulloukian is the founder of Koul Law Firm, specializing in labor and employment law for California employees. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2016 and 2017. His practice areas include wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, whistle-blower, and wage and hour cases. He also has experience in personal injury matters and teaches at UCLA.

Robert Vengrow

Richardson, TX

Robert Vengrow is an associate attorney at MAS Law, where he specializes in Personal Injury Litigation. Robert has been a licensed member of the Texas Bar Association since 2010. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Texas, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. After graduating from Plano Senior High School, Robert earned his Bachelor of Arts in Crime and Justice Studies from the University of Texas at Nationwide in 2006. He then relocated to Delaware and earned his Juris Doctor from Widener School of Law in 2009. Realizing Texas was his home, Robert moved back. Robert is also a member of the Best of The Bar, and this invite-only membership is limited to the top 1% of all licensed attorneys. His relentless commitment to justice led to one of the top 100 trial verdicts in Texas in 2024, earning him this prestigious recognition. This remarkable achievement is a testament to Robert’s unwavering dedication to his cases and clients. Robert’s passion for justice is at the heart of everything he does. He consistently delivers results while ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and appreciated. Robert’s dedication to excellence and a genuine desire to help others set him apart as a trusted and highly effective advocate.

Dia Jada

Atlanta, GA

As an Insurance Defense Attorney, Attorney Dia Jada gained extensive knowledge regarding how insurance companies handle and settle their cases. He handled and settled numerous cases primarily involving car accidents and dog bites. Mr. Jada moved to the plaintiff’s side to fight for and help plaintiffs maximize their recoveries for their injuries. Attorney Jada comes from a diverse legal background, with experiences including being a court clerk, judicial assistant, prosecutor, and insurance defense attorney. He is also fluent in Arabic and Spanish. Dia Jada graduated from the University of Arizona with a B.A. in Law, B.A. in Political Science, and B.A. in Arabic, Cum Laude. Attorney Jada then attended the University of Idaho College of Law, where he obtained a Juris Doctor degree. Credentials: University of Arizona, B.A. in Law, B.A. in Political Science, B.A. in Arabic, Cum Laude University of Idaho College of Law, Juris Doctor Fluent in Arabic and Spanish

Nayef A. Mubarak

Orlando, FL

Nayef A. Mubarak is the founding partner of Mubarak Law, with over 15 years of experience in complex immigration cases. He is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish. He holds a Juris Doctorate from Barry University College of Law (2010) and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida (2006). He has received numerous awards, including 'Super Lawyers Rising Star' (2016, 2017, 2018, 2020), 'AVVO Clients’ Choice Awards' (2014-2019), 'Orlando Business Journal 40 Under 40' (2020), and 'Top 40 Under 40 by The National Advocates' (2017). He is also EB-5 Verified and holds leadership positions in prominent legal associations like AILA and the Orange County Bar Association.

Munther Tabel

Atlanta, GA

Munther Tabel is a Palestinian American attorney based in California. He began his career as an insurance defense attorney at a national defense firm, where he represented trucking companies, ride-share companies, landlords, property management firms, and other clients covered by insurance policies. During his tenure as a defense attorney, Munther handled a wide range of cases, including slip and fall incidents, vehicle accidents, landlord-tenant disputes, habitability issues, contract disputes, product liability cases, and other complex civil litigation matters. His experience working closely with insurance companies equips him with the necessary skills to take on these entities effectively. Munther was born in California but spent four years living in Ramun, Palestine, where he witnessed the impact of occupation firsthand. This experience inspired him to become an attorney and advocate for those whose voices often go unheard. He attended the University of California, Riverside, where he graduated with a double major in Political Science and Philosophy. Later, he attended Western State College of Law, graduating Cum Laude and receiving CALI Awards in Criminal Procedure and Civil Pretrial Litigation. Fluent in Arabic and conversational in Spanish, Munther enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and basketball, and traveling during his free time.

Harriyah Narnor

Washington, DC

Harriyah Narnor is an Associate Attorney at Simeone & Miller, LLP, focusing on personal injury matters. She is admitted to practice in Maryland and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. She has extensive experience with veterans’ disability appellate claims and personal injury matters, assisting in the recovery of significant compensation. She holds a JD with a Health Law Certificate from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology with a minor in Neuroscience from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Nova Dona Damouni is a Partner at the Law Offices Rosemarie Arnold, specializing in various personal injury matters including automobile accidents, slip and fall accidents, nursing home negligence, and wrongful death. She grew up in Fort Lee, New Jersey, and is a lifelong New Jersey resident. Nova graduated Cum Laude from Seton Hall University in 2009 with a B.A. in Political Science and earned a J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law in 2012. She has been with the firm since 2016 and has dedicated her career to advocating for the injured. Nova has been consistently named a New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Star every year since 2019. She is admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey and is fluent in Arabic.

Matthew Sheena

La Mesa, CA

Matthew M. Sheena joined Garmo & Garmo, LLP as an associate in 2014. He has experience handling matters concerning estate planning, business and real estate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Mr. Sheena obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and minor in English from San Diego State University and earned his Juris Doctorate from California Western School of Law. He is also a licensed real estate salesperson in California.

Monica Behnejad

Los Angeles, CA

Monica Behnejad is an Associate at Lederer & Nojima. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Pepperdine University School of Law, where she also earned certificates from the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution and the Palmer Center for Entrepreneurship and the Law. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Minor in Arabic Language and Literatures. She is licensed to practice law in California and Florida and has experience in civil litigation, including personal injury. She also clerked at the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

Mena H. Ibrahim

Fort Lee, NJ

Mena H. Ibrahim, Esq. is a Partner at the Law Offices Rosemarie Arnold, LLP, representing injured Plaintiffs in Motor Vehicle Accidents, Slip/Trip and Falls, and Animal Bite cases. He is admitted to practice in New Jersey and the United States District Court- District of New Jersey. He completed his undergraduate degree through a program between Rutgers University and the New Jersey Institute of Technology, earning his Bachelor of Arts. He then attended Delaware Law School, where he completed his Juris Doctorate and was on the Dean's list. Prior to graduating, he completed the Delaware Law School's Intensive Trial Advocacy Program and worked as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Michael A. Toto, A.J.S.C. and as a law clerk at a Personal Injury Law Firm. Mena joined the Law Offices Rosemarie Arnold in January of 2022 and has been a stellar advocate and litigator. He grew up in Union, New Jersey, and is fluent in English and Arabic.

Sammy O. Homsi

Houston, TX

Sammy O. Homsi is an Associate attorney at John K. Zaid & Associates. He graduated with High Honors from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies and earned his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Houston Law Center. He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas and has experience in personal injury, employment law, and maritime law.

Madiha Madhioub

New York, NY

Madiha Madhioub, Esq., is an associate in the Personal Injury Department at Georgaklis & Mallas. Madhioub received her Juris Doctor Degree from University of Carthage in Tunisia in 2014 and her Master of Laws (LL.M.) Degree from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2021. While in law school, she earned the award for "Distinguished Performance in the LL.M. Program." Ms. Madhioub is admitted to the New York State Bar. Prior to her admission, Ms. Madhioub has worked as a law clerk at multiple law firms specializing in Personal Injury Litigation, as well as Family Law, Matrimonial Law, and Immigration Law. At Georgaklis & Mallas, she represents plaintiffs in general negligence matters, advocating for individuals who have suffered injuries as a result of motor vehicle accidents, trip/slip-and-fall accidents, construction accidents, and as a result of medical malpractice. Ms. Madhioub is fluent in Arabic, French, and English.

Peter J. Eliopoulos

New York, NY

Peter J. Eliopoulos has 20 years of experience in personal injury law, battling for clients injured by negligence. With a B.A. in Philosophy from Boston University and a J.D. from Albany Law School, along with a background in marketing and insurance defense, he possesses critical skills for effective representation, including achieving 7-figure results. He is a skilled negotiator and litigator, known for his creativity, wit, and meticulous preparation in court and out.

Jafar M. Abuyounis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Jafar M. Abuyounis, is a senior associate attorney at Chane Socarras PLLC (CSLaw). As an experienced litigator that is licensed in both Florida and California, Jafar’s practice consists of handling a wide variety of complex civil and business litigation matters, including those involving torts, employment law, real estate, and various business and commercial disputes. Prior to joining CSLaw, Jafar primarily handled civil and complex litigation defense for a large national law firm. Before that, Jafar began his practice at a prominent Plaintiff’s personal injury law firm in Fresno, CA where he went head-to-head with large insurance companies, recovering large sums for his clients through settlements and gaining vital litigation and trial experience. Jafar has also successfully defended ride share companies in various claims and litigation, multi-national food and beverage companies in asbestos litigation and recovered significant sums in subrogation and indemnity claims. In addition to representing large corporations, Jafar has assisted small business owners with corporate formation, contract drafting and business disputes. Jafar grew up in the Philadelphia metropolitan area before completing and graduating high school in Amman, Jordan where he gained invaluable international perspective.

Merna Abusamen

Chicago, IL

Merna Abusamen is an associate attorney at Mossing & Navarre, specializing in complex medical malpractice and personal injury matters. She is fluent in Arabic and conversationally fluent in Spanish.

Garth Best

Chattanooga, TN

Attorney R. Garth Best is an alumnus from the prestigious Virginia Military Institute (Class of 2003). He received a degree in International Studies (B.A.) with a concentration in Middle Eastern Studies, as well as a minor in Arabic and Business. He studied Arabic and Political Science abroad in both Morocco and Egypt. He attended Nashville school of law, receiving his J.D. in 2008. He interned at the Public Defender’s Office in Hamilton County, TN, and was later employed as an Assistant Public Defender until he went into private practice in 2010. He is a well-respected member of the Chattanooga legal community, having served as a special judge. He has vast experience defending almost every type of criminal violation from DUI to Murder, handling cases in Tennessee and Northern Georgia. He is known for his client-centered approach and aggressive advocacy.

Stephen P. McLaughlin

Yonkers, NY

Steve McLaughlin is an experienced trial and appellate attorney who represents clients in business disputes, commercial and financing disputes, insurance coverage and bad faith claims, product liability, transportation litigation and employment related matters. Steve has successfully litigated cases at both the trial and appellate levels throughout the United States. Steve also advises clients on risk management and legal compliance and practice, he coordinates national defense strategies and conducts reviews of corporate protocols. He is the Managing Partner of Ansa Assuncao’s New York office.

Elham Boustani Haddon

Rochester, MN

Elham Boustani Haddon joined the Sandberg Law Firm in 2017. She brings legal analysis, advocacy skills, knowledge of medicine, and empathy to her clients' cases. She is a member of The Minnesota State Bar Association, The Ohio State Bar Association, The State Bar of Texas, The Federal Bar Association, The Minnesota Association for Justice, and The American Association of Nurse Attorneys. She is also a Registered Nurse and Certified Critical Care Nurse. She is fluent in Arabic and has studied French and Spanish.

Samir Hadeed

Pittsburgh, PA

Samir Hadeed is a Pittsburgh criminal and injury lawyer with over 15 years of experience, practicing since 2008. He is a multilingual advocate, fluent in English, Spanish, Arabic, Portuguese, and Italian, ensuring clear communication and personalized legal guidance for his clients. Known for his compassionate, client-focused service and calculated legal strategies, he is dedicated to fighting for fair treatment and achieving results in criminal defense, personal injury, auto accidents, and traffic ticket cases.

Paul Rouhana is a senior partner and owner in Seigel & Rouhana, LLC. He graduated from Loyola High School in 1995, Loyola University in 1999, and the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2002. He served as a law clerk and then worked for large insurance defense firms for ten years, representing companies like CocaCola, UPS, FedEx, Sysco, and AIG. He concentrated his defense practice on workers’ compensation, auto torts, federal cargo claims, maritime claims, and corporate transactional/litigation work. In 2011, he joined Seigel & Rouhana, LLC's predecessor and became the youngest partner within four years. He has extensive experience in litigation and trial work, focusing on motor vehicle injuries, premises liability, workers’ compensation, employment & discrimination claims, immigration, and corporate consulting/litigation. In 2017, he led a jury trial team in federal court in Tampa, Florida, winning for his client. He has tried hundreds of cases throughout Maryland, in state and federal court, and currently practices in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and West Virginia. He plans to become barred in Pennsylvania and Virginia. He also handles accidental disability retirement claims and legal malpractice cases on a select basis. Paul speaks Arabic and French fluently.