English-Speaking Attorneys

Freddy Garmo

La Mesa, CA

Attorney Freddy Garmo immigrated to the United States with his family in 1976. He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1992 and the University of Detroit, School of Law in 1994. He began practicing law on a full-time basis in San Diego in 1995. Mr. Garmo's practice includes personal injury, real estate, and business transactions. He also obtained his California real estate broker’s license in 1996 and has over 29 years of experience. He volunteers his time in various organizations in the San Diego area.

James Paisley

Decatur, GA

James Paisley, a metro-Atlanta native, founded Paisley Law LLC in 2010. He previously worked at INVESCO, then pursued a law degree from Florida State University. His legal career includes civil advocacy for abuse victims, public defender, and prosecutor roles in Florida. He applies these skills to represent personal injury and wrongful death clients, focusing on maximizing compensation.

Israel Garcia

San Antonio, TX

Israel Garcia is a personal injury attorney who graduated from Baylor University School of Law in 2003. He founded the Law Office of Israel Garcia in 2005, dedicated to helping 'the little guy.' He has extensive experience representing victims of serious injuries, including car accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, company vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, brain injuries, and wrongful death. He is a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and has been recognized as a 'Rising Star' and 'Top Lawyer' by San Antonio Scene multiple times. He also attended the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College.

Bernard G. Johnson III

Houston, TX

Bernard G. Johnson III, also known as “BJ”, is a Senior Litigation Attorney and he is the Managing Attorney of the Maida Law Firm’s Litigation Department. BJ is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. BJ brings to our clients over 27 years of experience in the practice of law helping the victims, and their families, of catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.

Randy Erlewine

San Francisco, CA

Randy is a partner and co-founder of the firm. He handles trial and appellate litigation and has over 40 years of experience representing clients in federal and state court and arbitration principally in employment, class action, commercial, personal injury, and insurance litigation.

Loren Etengoff

Vancouver, WA

Loren Etengoff is a retired Vancouver-based personal injury lawyer who served Southwest Washington residents for over 30 years. He graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo and Gonzaga University School of Law. He maintained a successful solo personal injury practice until he merged with James “Jim” Pak, forming Etengoff Pak Law Group. Loren retired in 2019 after serving the legal community for nearly 40 years. He enjoys motorcycle trips, kayaking, and traveling abroad, including relief trips to Latin America.

Arkady Frekhtman

New York, NY

Arkady Frekhtman is the owner and founder of Frekhtman & Associates. He graduated from Vassar College and the University of Texas at Austin School of Law in 1997. Licensed in New York and Texas, he specializes in personal injury, brain injury, mass tort, burn injury, and construction accidents. He is a member of several legal associations and has received multiple awards including 'Ten Best Attorneys' and 'The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers'.

Rex D. Townsley

Lake Charles, LA

Rex Townsley grew up in the piney woods at the Junction Community near Merryville, Louisiana. He was brought up and inspired by his mother, Gussie Townsley, who was a widow with five children. From an early age, Rex learned of the hardships created by the wrongful death of a loved one. This led him to an appreciation of the importance of hard work, commitment, and loyalty. Rex earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Pre-Law from McNeese State University. He volunteered for military service in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Signal Corps Officer and soon achieved the rank of first Lieutenant with an honorable discharge upon completion of his military commitment. Rex was accepted into LSU Law School, where he obtained his law degree, a Doctorate in Jurisprudence in 1975. Thus, his dream of becoming an attorney became a reality and for over 35 years, Rex has continued his commitment to fight for the rights of those in need. He has earned a solid reputation by refusing to back down against corporations and insurance companies who seek to take advantage of those in need during times of stress and hardship, such as injury or the wrongful death of a loved one. Rex’s legal experience with personal injury or loss, whether caused by large trucks, 18-wheelers, or the negligence of another, both on land and offshore is unparalleled. His accomplishments and reputation has earned him the respect of his fellow attorneys, achieving a peer nominated commendation attesting to his high ethical standards and professional abilities. Rex has also received the prestigious certification of the American Society of Legal Advocates as one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in the state of Louisiana. His dedication and skills have led to numerous multi-million dollar resolutions, verdicts, and settlements. Rex proudly practices law with his nephew, Todd Townsley, and Damon Beard as well as the Associates at The Townsley Law Firm in Lake Charles, Louisiana. His litigation team includes other attorneys and staff members with an emphasis on Rex’s belief that each case is different, and every client deserves the best representation and advocacy possible. Rex and The Townsley Law Firm are actively involved in the communities of Southwest Louisiana. They are partners-in-education for schools and proud sponsors for many non-profit organizations, such as, The Children’s Museum of Lake Charles, St. Nicholas Center for children with autism, Lake Charles Civic Ballet, McNeese Banners Cultural Series, Art and Writing Programs, and youth athletics. When Rex is not fighting for the rights of the injured he enjoys spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren at "The Old Townsley Homestead" at the Junction Community near Merryville, Louisiana.

Mohammad Y. Said

Richardson, TX

Mohammad Said is a shareholder of MAS Law and has been with the firm since 2006. He is admitted to practice in the State of Texas and in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas and the Eastern District of Texas. Additionally, Mr. Said has appeared in other states through Pro Hac Vice, in which out-of-state attorneys are granted permission to participate in a particular case. Mr. Said practices primarily in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, and medical and dental malpractice. He has appeared as lead counsel on hundreds of cases and litigated them to fruition in all respective fields. Mr. Said is a veteran trial attorney with a stellar track record. Fueled by years of experience, his tenacity and passion in the courtroom is unmatched. His commitment to winning for his clients has proven to be an invaluable asset. Whether resolving disputes outside of the court system via the Alternative Dispute Process (ADR) or in the courtroom, Mr. Said’s commitment to seeking justice for his clients continues to drive him to be the best that he can be. Early in his career, Mr. Said represented several multi-million-dollar corporations to legally protect their business interests. He has led dozens of mergers and acquisitions, some of which involved purchase amounts in the millions of dollars. As the years went by, Mr. Said shifted his focus to representing clients who have been wronged and left with no other recourse but the court system. Being a huge advocate of our court system and a defender of the 7th Amendment (the right to a jury trial), Mr. Said has often said, “Juries and our courts are the most important and most essential out of all our branches of government.” Mr. Said earned his Juris Doctor from Texas Wesleyan University, now known as Texas A&M College of Law. Prior to that, Mr. Said attended the University of Texas at Dallas, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts. In his free time, Mr. Said enjoys spending time with his family, going to the racetrack, golfing, and fishing. He has been happily married since 2001 and is the proud father of three daughters and one son.

Morgan A. Whitlock

Silver Spring, MD

Morgan Whitlock is the founding attorney of Whitlock Law, LLC. She is licensed in Maryland and Virginia and focuses her practice on auto, tractor-trailer, and motorcycle accidents, as well as police brutality and premises liability actions. An active litigator, she has been recognized with multiple awards including Super Lawyers and National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 and Top 100 Civil Plaintiff. She is also a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Steven R. Roach

Chicago, IL

Steven R. Roach is an attorney at law who provides tough, effective, and experienced representation in criminal defense and personal injury cases. With almost 30 years of experience, including a background as a former prosecutor, he possesses in-depth knowledge of courthouse procedures and judicial systems. He is committed to defending clients' rights in cases ranging from murder and sex crimes to DUI and other felonies and misdemeanors, as well as handling personal injury, workers' compensation, and Social Security disability claims. He leads a team of highly experienced lawyers and is known for his result-driven approach and open communication with clients.

Edward Marcowitz

New York, NY

Edward Marcowitz is the founding partner of The Marcowitz Law Firm, PLLC, specializing exclusively in personal injury law. He graduated with a B.S. from St. John's University in 1988 and a J.D. from Touro College’s Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center in 1991. With over three decades of experience, he launched his own practice in 2012. Marcowitz is renowned for his extensive work with the September 11 Victims Compensation Fund (VCF), having spearheaded pro bono efforts that recovered $280 million for 9/11 widows and firefighters, and secured $1.9 million for a sanitation worker's family. He also played a crucial role in lobbying for the re-opening of the VCF through the Zadroga Act and serves as the personal attorney to the family of Detective James Zadroga. His expertise extends to catastrophic injury cases, including those involving motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, and toxic exposures. He has been recognized as a SuperLawyer for eight consecutive years, named to the Nation’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators, and is a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Association for Justice. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Anthony Modarelli

Santa Ana, CA

Anthony C. Modarelli III is a Partner at DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo, licensed in California and Nevada, specializing in personal injury and business matters. He is known for his client-first approach and transparent communication. Anthony represented victims of the 2017 One October Shooting in Las Vegas, securing a landmark $800 million settlement, and currently represents sexual assault survivors. He earned his law degree from Chapman University after graduating from Villanova University. His accomplishments include being selected as a Rising Star (2019-2022) and Super Lawyers (2024-2025), and being named to the National Trial Lawyers’ “Top 40 Under 40” (2017-2021). He is actively involved in various legal associations, including the National Italian American Bar Association and the Consumer Attorneys of California.

Bryan J. Swerling

New York, NY

Bryan J. Swerling is the Principal Attorney at Swerling Law, focusing on personal injury and civil rights law. He has secured millions in settlements and verdicts for clients. He is recognized as a Super Lawyer, a member of The National Trial Lawyer’s Top 100, and has been featured in the New York Law Journal’s Top Verdicts and Settlements. He is admitted to practice in New York State, the United States Southern District, and the United States Eastern District.

Matt A. Melone

Broken Arrow, OK

Matt A. Melone is a third-generation attorney born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from George Washington University in 1983 and his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center in 1986. He was admitted to the Oklahoma Bar in 1986 and the U.S. Supreme Court Bar in 1990. His practice focuses on Personal Injury Claims, Motor Vehicle Accident Claims, and Wrongful Death Claims. He has been honored with the AV-Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell since 2007.

Joseph A. Ginarte is the founding partner and general counsel of the firm. His background as a factory worker, and his father's work injury, inspired him to pursue a legal career representing workers. He earned his J.D. from Rutgers School of Law and launched his career in 1982. He has achieved numerous multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements, including a $9.5 million settlement in a construction accident case. Ginarte is recognized for his commitment to clients and has been an appointee to the New Jersey Supreme Court’s Civil Practice Committee and a former president of the Top 100 National Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association. He is admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. He is also involved in charitable work.

Dean Standish “Stan” Perkins

Issaquah, WA

From standing up for clients who have been seriously injured to coaching young athletes and mentoring new lawyers, Dean “Stan” Perkins is committed to helping people. A skilled attorney with more than 35 years of experience, Stan has successfully tried, arbitrated, and settled thousands of personal injury cases since 1986, helping his clients recover millions of dollars. He empowers his clients, helping good people who have been injured find justice and regain their lives. He sees his practice as an opportunity to step into people’s lives and use his skills and resources to turn negatives into positives. Stan runs his law practice and his life with the same values he instilled as a youth coach: Expect the best, put in the effort, and share your gifts. With his personal injury practice thriving, coaching young lawyers has become a major focus for Stan. He serves as benefactor and mentor for recent law graduates of Seattle University School of Law, where he also serves as an adjunct professor. Helping his clients through their cases is his top priority. “The opportunity I have to serve, to help, to counsel people through challenging times is humbling and satisfying. I love my practice and serving my clients to improve their lives and find justice.”

Peter J. Carman

Appleton, WI

Peter J. Carman is a civil litigator with extensive insurance defense background in both general liability and workers' compensation, and also in assisting individuals in personal injury and workers' compensation claims. He possesses excellent oral and written communication skills, adept legal research and writing skills, and is an experienced civil litigator with first chair trial and hearing experience. Attorney Carman has built his law office on the intensive attention to crucial details underpinning his clients' legal issues, which make them confident that their cases are well taken care of. Attorney Carman always begins with a Free Consultation that allows a prospective client to get to know him and him to get to know the prospective client. Attorney Carman wants to be familiar with every detail pertaining to a prospective client's unique situation so that nothing gets overlooked. At the same time, Attorney Carman is an experienced, result-oriented, lawyer who never lets the details get in the way of helping his clients achieve the outcomes that are important to them.

David A. Muncy

Columbia, MD

David A. Muncy joined Plaxen Adler Muncy, P.A. upon graduation from law school in 2012 and was made a partner in the firm in 2017. He worked for both plaintiffs’ personal injury firms and an insurance defense firm, deciding to fight for injured people. In law school, he served on the Executive Board of the University of Baltimore Law Review, competed on the Robert Wagner Moot Court Team, and was selected for the Dean Search Committee. He also represented indigent criminal defendants as a Rule 16 Public Defender. He graduated from the University of Maryland College Park in 2009 and the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2012 magna cum laude, inducted into the Heuisler Honor Society. In 2018, David was elected Parliamentarian for the Maryland Association for Justice (MAJ), the youngest attorney in Maryland to hold an elected Officer position. He served as Secretary, Treasurer, and President-Elect before becoming President of MAJ in 2023. He sits on the MAJ Board of Governors and previously co-chaired the Young Lawyers Division, Membership Committee, and Auto Negligence Section. He has testified before the Maryland General Assembly on bills affecting injured victims' rights. David is also a member of the American Association for Justice and attends CLE programs. He was previously Co-Chair of the Howard County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer’s Division. David focuses his practice on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security Disability cases. He has tried hundreds of cases before various Maryland courts and commissions. In 2015, he was named to the Daily Record’s “20 in Their 20s,” and was selected for Super Lawyers’ list of Maryland Rising Stars (2017-2023). The National Trial Lawyers' Association also named him to the Top 40 under 40 list. In 2019, he was honored with MAJ’s Outstanding Service Award. In 2022, he was named to The Daily Record’s Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Power List. Since 2013, David has volunteered with Wills for Heroes.

Peter Michael

Jersey City, NJ

Peter A. Michael is the founder of Peter Michael Law. Peter focuses his practice primarily on Personal Injury Negligence Matters such as: Auto Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Uber and Lyft Accidents, Slip and Falls, and various other Negligence Cases. Mr. Michael strives in his practice to provide vigorous and efficient representation tailored to each client’s particular needs and goals. Prior to forming Peter Michael Law, Mr. Michael worked extensively on various civil litigation matters, including Landlord-Tenant issues, commercial litigation, and workers compensation matters for two mid-size New Jersey Law Firms. Mr. Michael appears regularly within the Superior and Municipal Courts within Jersey City, Hudson County, and all of North and Central New Jersey. Mr. Michael is not an attorney whom shies away from trial. Early in his career, Mr. Michael has notable wins within multiple Superior Courts in New Jersey focusing on charges and rules.

J. Antonio DelCampo

Atlanta, GA

J. Antonio DelCampo is an esteemed attorney and former State Court Judge in DeKalb County, known for his success in complex cases including medical malpractice and product liability. Born in Lima, Peru, he immigrated to Atlanta in 1979. He earned his undergraduate degree from Emory University in 1991 and a law degree from Georgia State University in 1994. In 2023, he became the first Hispanic President of the State Bar of Georgia. His practice focuses on personal injury, medical malpractice, trucking accidents, premises liability, and business disputes, leveraging his judicial experience to achieve multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements.

Jimin Oh

SAN JOSE, CA

Jimin Oh is the founding and partner attorney at Solution Now Law Firm, specializing in auto accident injury cases. She is dedicated to providing personalized attention and fighting for fair settlements for her clients, drawing from her extensive experience and personal understanding of accident-related stress. Her expertise covers a wide range of accident types and injuries, including motorcycle, drunk driving, bike, e-scooter, pedestrian, Uber/Lyft, and delivery driver accidents, as well as soft tissue, severe fractures, permanent scars, and traumatic brain injuries. She honed her litigation and negotiation skills at Santa Clara Superior Court and the Santa Clara Public Defender’s Office. Jimin holds a Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law, where she received the WITKIN Award for Best Negotiated Settlement and Appellate Advocacy. She is recognized with numerous awards including Million Dollar Trial Lawyers, Top Lawyer, Attorney of the Year, Best Trial Lawyer in America, and Avvo Client’s Choice. She is also actively involved in various legal and community organizations.

Evan M. Oshan

Seattle, WA

Evan Oshan is the founder of Oshan & Associates P.C., with over two decades of experience in personal injury law. He graduated Cum Laude from UCLA and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of California Hastings College of The Law. Evan served as an international law intern at the United Nations High Commission for Refugees and an intern for a United States Senator. He is licensed in New York and Washington and has a reputation for aggressive and direct representation, achieving multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts. He is recognized by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, Top 100 Lawyers, and Lawyers of Distinction.

Salim F. Sabbagh

Clifton, NJ

Salim F. Sabbagh is a founding partner at Sabbagh Thapar, LLC, focusing on personal injury cases. He has secured multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements in New Jersey and New York, earning him life membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He has been recognized as a 'Top 10 Under 40 attorney' by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (2023), a 'Rising Star' by New Jersey Super Lawyers (2021-2024), and 'Ones to Watch' by The Best Lawyers in America© (2021-2024). Salim is also a Board of Governors member for the New Jersey Association for Justice and a frequent speaker.