English-Speaking Attorneys

G. Adam Cossey

Monroe, LA

G. Adam Cossey is a litigator with extensive courtroom experience, having tried over 35 cases to verdict as lead counsel. He graduated cum laude from the University of Louisiana-Monroe in 2005 and magna cum laude from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 2008. Adam has an active appellate practice, representing clients before the United States Supreme Court, the Louisiana Supreme Court, the Arkansas Supreme Court, and the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. His practice focuses on commercial litigation, insurance litigation, serious personal injury, and class actions.

Jacqueline D. Byrd

Bowie, MD

Jacqueline D. Byrd is a partner at Byrd & Byrd, LLC, who launched the firm’s Elder Law practice in 1999. She received her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law and a BA in Speech and Drama from the University of North Texas. Jackie is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) and has been recognized multiple times as a Top Washington Elder Law Attorney by Washingtonian magazine. She is actively involved in community service, serving on the Advisory Commission on Aging for Prince George’s County and the Boards of Directors for Bowie Health Center and Prince George’s County Senior Providers Network.

Richard C. Weinbaum

Newark, NJ

Richard C. Weinbaum graduated from Grinnell College in 1981 and New York Law School in 1985. Admitted to practice in New Jersey and New York in 1986, he began his career focusing on plaintiff's personal injury and medical malpractice. He was instrumental in multi-million dollar settlements for children with cerebral palsy and in establishing early Supplemental Needs Trusts. Since joining the firm in 2003, he has been an integral member, handling a wide range of personal injury cases including automobile accidents, premises liability, medical malpractice, products liability, and wrongful death, known for his strong research and writing skills.

Raquel A. Guzman

Wyoming, MI

Raquel Guzman (formerly Salas) is the founding partner and managing member of Avanti Law Group, head of its criminal defense practice, and has nearly two decades of experience. She is fluent in English and Spanish and serves as a legal commentator for Univision. She is licensed in Michigan and California and earned her J.D., magna cum laude, from Michigan State University College of Law. Her honors include Michigan Weekly’s Women in the Law, Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Star, West Michigan’s 40 Under 40 Business Leaders, and Grand Rapids Business Journal’s 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan. She also received presidential invitations to the White House.

Samuel Paul Ruyle

Santa Fe, NM

Sam Ruyle is a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, NM. Sam attended and graduated from Saint Michaels High School here in Santa Fe. After graduating, Sam attended and graduated from the University of Nevada at Las Vegas. Post undergrad Sam traveled the world extensively and eventually graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Law. After passing the New Mexico bar exam Sam worked as prosecutor for a time and then transitioned into working with his father David Ruyle as an attorney focusing primarily on estate planning, criminal cases and personal injury matters. Sam’s father retired and Sam opened his own practice focusing on estate matters, criminal matters and personal injury cases. Sam joined Tom Clark in early 2022 and their practice remains committed to helping individuals and groups who have been injured or had their rights violated. Sam and Tom also help folks who have been charged in the criminal arena. Sam also maintains a sharpened knowledge of estate planning and attendant issues therein.

Frank Hernandez, Jr., Esq.

Miami, FL

As founder and president of The Hernandez Legal Group, Mr. Hernandez has dedicated his practice to representing individuals, businesses, policyholders, and community associations in residential and commercial property insurance claims, personal injury cases, real estate litigation, and community association matters. During law school, Mr. Hernandez served as a judicial intern at the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court of Florida for the Honorable Judge Ronald Dresnick, Circuit Court Judge, and at the Legal Services of Greater Miami assisting individuals and families in real estate matters. Upon graduation, he gained invaluable experience as a litigation attorney representing business owners, condominium associations, and homeowners in property damage disputes against insurance companies. Mr. Hernandez earned his Juris Doctorate, magna cum laude, from St. Thomas University School of Law and graduated fifth in his class (J.D. 2010). He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Florida International University (BBA, 2006). Mr. Hernandez is a zealous advocate and prides himself on working most litigation cases on contingency (at no cost to the client unless a recovery is made). This way, Mr. Hernandez is able to represent clients that are not able to afford the astronomical hourly rates that most attorneys charge. He believes that “the little guy” should always have access to our court system and have an opportunity to hold others accountable for their actions.

Gorkhmaz M. Asgarov is an associate at Greenblatt & Veliev, LLC, focusing on civil litigation, personal injury, contract disputes, and business law. He also provides immigration law services to clients from Azerbaijan, Turkey, Russia, and other former Soviet Union countries. He is licensed in Maryland and Virginia and speaks English, Russian, Azerbaijani, and Turkish.

Samuel A. Block

Vero Beach, FL

Samuel A. Block is an attorney who has practiced in Vero Beach since 1979, focusing on real estate law, estate planning, and business transactions. He received his J.D. from Stetson University College of Law in 1972.

Taylor Stone

Dallas, TX

Taylor Stone spent the first few years of her legal career defending companies and individuals in high-stakes personal injury litigation. This experience gave her a better understanding of how insurance companies operate and also allowed her to hone her skills as a litigation attorney. These skills now allow Taylor to fiercely advocate for clients that have been injured due to the negligence of another individual or company.

Pete Trosclair

Dallas, TX

Pete Trosclair is a founding member of Lovins Law, motivated by personal experience with a drunk driving accident that injured his mother and a workplace injury that disabled his father. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, he earned his B.A. from the University of California San Diego in 1998 and his J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in 2001. He began his legal career in complex commercial litigation at a large firm before focusing on helping individuals with catastrophic personal injuries and fighting insurance companies. He co-founded Lovins Law with Michael Lovins in 2010.

Jack Shaw

Waco, TX

Jack Shaw focuses on intellectual property and commercial litigation, with experience in fact and expert discoveries, claim constructions, motion practices, and trials. He has litigated cases in district and state courts, as well as before the International Trade Commission (ITC). Jack is also registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and is fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and French. Jack brings electrical engineering training and technical experience to his clients, including software, mobile app technologies, digital media & entertainment, machine learning, consumer electronics, semiconductors, telecommunications, mobile payment, internet, network, medical, and mechanical engineering. Other intellectual property experience includes copyright/DMCA, trade dress, and trade secret matters. Jack’s commercial litigation experience includes unfair competition and breach of contract actions. Prior to his career as an attorney, Jack worked as an engineer at a large Silicon Valley, high-tech company and as a research assistant at a photonics laboratory. Jack is a board member of the Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Silicon Valley as well as a co-chair of its Pro Bono, Judiciary, Intellectual Property, and Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Committees. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers® Ones to Watch for Commercial Litigation and Litigation-Intellectual Property Law, and ranked in the top 2% among Patent Litigation attorneys in the Patexia 2025 Patent Litigation Report.

Kyle Johnston

Atlanta, GA

Attorney Kyle D. Johnston spent the first half of his career working as an insurance defense lawyer for workers’ comp cases. Today, he fights for the rights of workers and people wrongfully injured in motor vehicle accidents. He has 15 years of experience in workers’ comp and personal injury cases. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Philosophy and Portuguese at Brigham Young University and his law degree from University of Miami, graduating in 2007. He is fluent in Portuguese and proficient in Spanish.

David D. Macknight

Rochester, NY

The majority of David MacKnight’s practice has been concentrated in insolvency related work for consumer and business debtors in both liquidation and reorganization. He represents creditors, both secured and unsecured, in consumer and business cases. David provides all bankruptcy related services to four credit unions. He has briefed and argued numerous appeals, principally bankruptcy related, in both the District Court and the Court of Appeals. David also consults with other attorneys on bankruptcy related matters and has been retained by trustees for avoidance proceedings.

Gina T. Panepinto

Oak Brook, IL

Gina Panepinto is a proven litigator with 23 years of diverse legal experience, focusing on workers’ compensation, personal injury, and employment dispute resolution. She is bilingual in Spanish and English and an appointed member of the Illinois State Bar Association Section Counsel for the Workers’ Compensation Committee.

Juan Gonzalez

Brownsville, TX

Juan Gonzalez is an associate attorney with Law Giant Injury Lawyers and a native Spanish speaker, enabling effective communication with clients. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as a defense attorney for insurance companies in premises liability, personal injury, and medical malpractice. His unique experience helps him anticipate and navigate insurance company tactics to achieve efficient results for his clients.

Juan J. Ordaz Jr.

San Diego, CA

Personal Injury Lawyer Juan J. Ordaz Jr. is proficient in handling all personal injury and wrongful death cases arising out of the carelessness and negligence of others. He emotionally invests in each and every of his client's cases, and won't stop fighting for you until your case is satisfactorily resolved through settlement or you have your day in trial.

Nadya Yarmolich

Oakdale, MN

Attorney Nadya Yarmolich handles a wide range of personal injury matters, known for her compassionate approach and strong advocacy for clients' rights. She graduated with honors from Metropolitan State University and cum laude from Mitchell-Hamline College of Law with a Business Certification. Nadya has experience in insurance law and represents injured workers, first responders, and individuals in various personal injury cases.

Stephanie Kaye Corbett

Norman, OK

Stephanie Kaye Corbett, born and raised in Oklahoma City, has a long-standing passion for law. She graduated from Oklahoma City University and Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2005. She has extensive experience in civil litigation, including personal injury, automobile liability, wrongful death, premises liability, and construction defects, having handled many cases from start to finish and tried numerous cases across Oklahoma.

Bradley R. Pulice

Honolulu, HI

Bradley R. Pulice is a member of Pulice Nervell’s Real Estate, Corporate, Business Formation, and Condominium Practice Groups. He represents clients in commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, sales, development, and financing, and advises on corporate and business matters such as entity formation, governance, and M&A.

Attorney Nelson A. Guerra is a legal professional with a rich tapestry of experience, marked by unwavering dedication to the pursuit of justice. Raised in Tampa from the age of 2, he is deeply connected to the community he serves. Nelson earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Tulane University and went on to obtain his Juris Doctor degree from Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1994. After completing his education, he returned to Tampa to embark on a dynamic legal career. Commencing as an Assistant Public Defender, Nelson honed his trial and litigation skills, gaining invaluable experience in the public sector. Later, he transitioned to private firms, defending bodily injury, wrongful death, and premises liability claims through all phases of litigation. In 2007, drawing on his extensive background, Nelson shifted his focus to helping bodily injury claimants prosecute their claims. His commitment to justice extends beyond the courtroom; as a Supreme Court-certified Circuit and County Court mediator and Federal mediator, he brings a wealth of experience to alternative dispute resolution. Notably, Nelson has represented numerous consumers in prosecuting lemon law claims before the Attorney General’s office. His dedication to his clients is evident in his comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape, making him a trusted advocate. Nelson is licensed to practice law in all Florida State Courts and admitted to the United States District Court for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, the Florida Middle District Bankruptcy Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. Before joining Boohoff Law, Nelson’s legal journey included representing medical service providers, guiding debtors through bankruptcy proceedings, and advocating for homeowners in mortgage foreclosure cases. His extensive experience, spanning various legal domains, underscores his versatility and commitment to serving his clients’ diverse needs. Education: - Texas Southern University Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Houston, Texas - Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor - 1994 - Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana - Bachelor of Arts - 1990 Languages: - English - Spanish Nelson A. Guerra brings not just legal expertise but a passion for justice, a commitment to his community, and a reputation built on decades of dedicated service.

Maurice K. Guinn

Knoxville, TN

Maurice Guinn grew up in Erwin, Tennessee. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1974, after serving two years in the United States Army. In 1977, he graduated from University of Memphis School of Law. While there, he served as the Associate Comments Editor on the University of Memphis Law Review and was the recipient of the American Jurisprudence Award in Constitutional Law. Mr. Guinn worked with the Office of General Counsel for the United States Department of Agriculture in Little Rock, Arkansas from 1978-1982. Before joining Gentry, Tipton & McLemore, P.C., he was a law clerk for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee from 1982-1987. Mr. Guinn is a past Chair for the Tennessee Bar Association Bankruptcy Section. He is a former member of the Chapter 7 Trustee Panel, Eastern District of Tennessee. Mr. Guinn was the trustee-plaintiff in Guinn v. Lines (In re Trans-Lines West, Inc.), 203 B.R. 653 (Bankr. E.D. Tenn. 1996). He is also a board member of the Mid-South Commercial Law Institute and the Secretary for Focus Ministries, a faith-based prison ministry.

David B. Guenther

Ann Arbor, MI

David B. Guenther was born in Michigan and moved to Ann Arbor while in high school. He was admitted to the New York Bar in 2000 and practiced with a New York firm in New York and Frankfurt, Germany. He was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 2005. Mr. Guenther’s practice focuses primarily on U.S and international mergers and acquisitions, financing, corporate governance, succession planning for privately held companies, condominium law and real estate. He is experienced in public and private company mergers and acquisitions, securities transactions, venture capital, angel and impact investing, company formation and restructuring, real estate law, condominium law, and other transactions for established, emerging and startup business clients and nonprofits.

John L. Molinelli, served as Bergen County Prosecutor from 2002 to 2016, overseeing a $32 million dollar budget with a staff of 275 people, including both law enforcement and nonlaw enforcement unions, and with general oversight over seventy-three local and county police agencies in a densely populated county of over 900,000 residents. As a Partner with Price, Meese, Shulman & D’Arminio, P.C. of Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, Mr. Molinelli specializes in Complex Commercial Litigation, Affordable Housing and Real Estate Development and Litigation, Government matters, including labor relations, OPRA, and employment litigation or as hearing officer with particular emphasis on matters of law enforcement and public safety. He also concentrates on general labor and logistical issues, internal investigations and management controls, and private-sector corporate compliance. He is a former President of the New Jersey State County Prosecutors Association and a recipient of the Above and Beyond Award for Defense of the Guard (2013); Friend of Education Award from the Bergen County Education Association (2015); Distinguished Alumni Award from the Catholic Archdiocese of Newark (2009); Wood-Ridge Hall of Fame Memorial Foundation (2007); Italian American Police Society Man of the Year (2006) and Top Gun Award and the Distinguished Service Award from the New Jersey State Law Enforcement Officers Association in 2006. Prior to his service as Prosecutor, Mr. Molinelli spent many years in the private practice so he offers clients significant experience levels from both the public and private sector. He graduated from Rutgers University in 1979 with a B.A. degree, and received his law degree, cum laude, from New York Law School, in 1982. In 1991, he received his Diplomate in Municipal Law from Rutgers University, Bureau of Government Research. He is the former President of the Bergen County Bar Association (2005), and former division Chairman of the District IIB Attorney Fee Arbitration Ethics Committee. In 2001, he was named as a Member of the New Jersey State Bar Association Standing Committee on Election Law. Mr. Molinelli has served on many New Jersey Supreme Court Committees, including the Committee on Electronic Discovery in the Criminal Courts (2010-2012), the New Jersey Supreme Court Committee on the Rules of Evidence (2002-2007), New Jersey Supreme Court Municipal Court Practice Committee (2008-2015); Supreme Court Committee on Model Criminal Jury Charges, Member of the Special Supreme Court Working Group Committee on Digital Evidence (2013) and a Member of the Super Bowl XLVIII Law Enforcement Steering Committee. He is a member of the Bars of the State of New Jersey and New York, United States District Courts for the Districts of New Jersey and the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, as well as the United States Supreme Court.

Roman Balaban

Denver, CO

Roman Balaban is the founder and managing attorney of Balaban Law. He immigrated to the U.S. at nine and is driven to help those treated unfairly. He graduated from the University of Colorado School of Law in 2007 after earning a Summa Cum Laude degree in Business Administration and Finance from Regis University. Fluent in Russian, he represents Russian-speaking clients and understands personal injury cases from a client's perspective due to his own past motor vehicle accidents. He is an active community member and contributor to Children’s Hospital of Colorado.