English-Speaking Attorneys

Maryam Elsayed

Fairfax, VA

Maryam Elsayed is an experienced family law attorney representing clients in divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and other domestic relations matters in courts throughout Northern Virginia. She graduated magna cum laude from George Mason University School of Law and summa cum laude from George Mason University. She gained insight into the appeals process and judicial decision-making through judicial internships and a law clerkship. She is a native Arabic speaker.

Nancy Finch

Iron Mountain, MI

Nancy Finch has over 30 years of experience practicing throughout the Western counties of the Upper Peninsula at the trial and appellate court levels, including the United States Federal District Court and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. A native of Detroit, she moved to the Upper Peninsula in 1986. She earned her B.A. from Wayne State University in 1982 and her law degree from the University of Detroit School of Law in 1986. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, ethical, and professional service to her clients.

Scott F. Bocchio

Winthrop, MA

Attorney Scott F. Bocchio has been providing expert legal representation to personal injury clients since 2007. With a strong focus on helping individuals recover fair compensation for their injuries, he brings dedication, compassion, and a results-driven approach to every case. He specializes in a wide range of personal injury cases including Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Animal and Dog Bites, Construction Accidents, and Wrongful Death. He proudly represents clients in Essex, Middlesex, and Plymouth Counties.

James P. Cody

Vadnais Heights, MN

James P. Cody is an attorney at The Cody Law Group. He holds a J.D. from the University of St. Thomas School of Law and a B.A. from the University of St. Thomas. He was admitted to the Minnesota bar in 2010 and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star multiple times.

Daniel Meagher

White Plains, NY

Daniel Meagher is an associate attorney at Meagher & Meagher, P.C. He received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law and previously worked at an international law firm. He handles negligence and medical malpractice cases, leading trial teams to successful resolutions, and is admitted to the New York State Bar and the U.S. Southern District Court of New York.

Elizabeth L. Parker

Lake Worth, FL

Elizabeth L. Parker is a Member of GFM and Chair of the Victims’ Rights and Personal Injury Practice Groups. She began her career as an Assistant State Attorney in Palm Beach County, handling various criminal cases and serving as Deputy Chief and Chief of County Court and Domestic Violence Divisions. She is a recognized expert in victim advocacy, working closely with law enforcement and prosecutors, and has appeared as a legal analyst on national television.

Yasangi Edirisinghe

Orange, CA

Yasangi Edirisinghe is a legal assistant at Serendib Law Firm. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka (2012) and was called to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka in 2014. She has experience in Immigration Law, Personal Injury, and Business Litigation, and is bilingual in English and Sinhalese.

Adrian Paul Smith

Baton Rouge, LA

Adrian Paul Smith is a Babcock Injury Lawyers trial attorney with a unique approach shaped by his Louisiana heritage and diverse legal experience. Born in Bourg, Louisiana, he grew up in a French-speaking household. He completed his undergraduate and law degrees at Louisiana State University, attending the Paul M. Hebert Law Center. His fluency in French led him to study abroad and clerk in France. Admitted to practice in all Louisiana state and federal courts in 2018, his career includes solo practice, insurance defense, and personal injury litigation. He now focuses on non-standard insurance defense, commercial litigation, and catastrophic personal injury cases. His experience defending insurance companies provides a unique perspective.

Carey J. Knapp

Syracuse, NY

Attorney Carey Knapp joined the Snyder Knapp Firm, PLLC as an associate in Syracuse, NY in May of 2015. She handles personal injury litigation and Worker’s Compensation claims. Her background includes working for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, which provides her insight into personal injury cases. She is admitted to practice law before all state courts in New York.

Ernest W. Sturges, Jr.

Port Charlotte, FL

Mr. Sturges, a Shareholder in the firm, concentrates his practice in Condominium/Community Associations, Real Estate, and Business/Corporations. He was raised in Charlotte County, Florida, and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida School of Law in 1996.

Rebeca Jomarron

Northfield, NJ

Rebeca Jomarron is an associate attorney with Petro Cohen, P.C., concentrating her practice on personal injury and workers’ compensation litigation. She earned her B.A. in Philosophy from The College of New Jersey in 2019 and her J.D. from Barry University School of Law in 2024. She was admitted to the New Jersey bar in October 2024. She is bilingual in Spanish and English. She served as a judicial law clerk for Hon. Michael J. Blee and Hon. M. Susan Sheppard.

Diane Price

Charlotte, NC

Diane DePietropaolo Price is a criminal defense attorney dedicated to representing adults and juveniles charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses. She graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 2008 and began her career as an Assistant Public Defender in Mecklenburg County. She also worked for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers in Washington, D.C., focusing on criminal justice reform. Returning to North Carolina in 2023, Diane specializes in domestic violence defense, Fourth Amendment issues, and expungements, serving Mecklenburg and surrounding counties, as well as federal court in the Western District of North Carolina.

James Corcoran

Portland, OR

James Corcoran, also known as Jamie Corcoran, holds degrees in Finance, Economics, Law (JD), and Business Administration (MBA) from UNLV. He passed the Nevada and California Bar Exams in 2009 and specializes in personal injury law, leveraging his business and finance background.

Damon Louis Beard

Lake Charles, LA

Damon Beard grew up in a blue collar family. His parents, David and Kathy, taught him that working hard was important and necessary to achieve success. Now, Damon is a partner at The Townsley Law Firm, proving his parents right. Damon was raised in Moss Bluff, Louisiana, and went to Sam Houston High School. After high school, he went to Louisiana State University at Eunice where he obtained an associates degree in science. After graduation, he attended Louisiana State University, majoring in microbiology on the pre-med track. Damon graduated from LSU with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology. He worked for a year and a half in an emergency room while considering whether to pursue a career in medicine or law. In 2002, Damon ultimately decided to go to law school. He enrolled in Southern University Law Center and graduated in 2005. He then clerked with Judge Ward Fontenot in Cameron Parish, before he was invited to join The Townsley Law Firm. Damon always knew that he wanted to help people, whether that be in the medical field or as a lawyer. At The Townsley Law Firm, he is able to utilize his medical background to help him have a better understanding of his cases, which makes him unique to the firm. Early in Damon’s career, he was in the Young Lawyers Section and was on the board of the Southwest Louisiana Law Center. He is a past president and still participates as a board member of Crime Stoppers, an organization allowing people to send anonymous tips about unsolved and open crimes. Outside of the office, Damon likes to hunt and fish. He also loves to stay active playing golf, tennis, and working out. Damon values his hobbies because they allow him to clear his mind and relieve stress. Damon is married to his wife, Lori, and they have two kids, Jackson and Addison. His family motivates and inspires him to be successful. He strives to set a great example for his kids, so they can build upon his accomplishments in the future. Throughout his years as an attorney, Damon has accumulated all of the skills needed to help his clients. Helping people and making sure they get the help they need is the reason he goes to work every day. Damon works to his full ability to get clients what they deserve and get them in the right state of mind for healing. People trust Damon and the staff at TLF because they always strive for excellence when handling cases. They care about people and know that the job they are doing could change someone’s life. Damon and his team practice with the attitude to help clients, and continue to work for them, against all odds.

Douglas Kilgore Dalton

Cincinnati, OH

Douglas K. Dalton joined Gregory S. Young Co., L.P.A. in 2015 as an associate focusing on personal injury law. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Xavier University and a J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law, where he also earned a Certificate in Health Law. Douglas is a former Division I soccer player and actively volunteers as a student mentor for Cincinnati Urban Promise, a faith-based non-profit.

Juan Carlos Barreno

Orlando, FL

Juan Carlos Barreno was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, on December 10, 1960. He graduated as a lawyer on March 31, 1986, from the University of Zulia, School of Law. He was admitted at FAMU College of Law in 2006 and received his Juris Doctor degree on April 30th, 2010. On April 25, 2012, he was licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of the State of Florida and since that day he changed his work status from case manager to the Attorney at Payas, Payas & Payas, in the office located in South Orlando, serving Kissimmee. He passed away on February 1, 2024.

Miranda Condra

Irvine, CA

Ms. Condra has been practicing law since 2013 and has always represented those in more vulnerable positions of power; be it against insurance companies, employers or the government. With a passion for litigation and defending her clients’ rights, Ms. Condra interned for the Office of the San Diego Public Defender while still in law school. Afterwards, she assisted in representing low-income and indigent persons accused of committing federal crimes. In workers’ compensation, Ms. Condra tenaciously fights for the rights of injured workers. Due to her passion for injured workers, she has been a long standing member of the California Applicant’s Attorney Association (“CAAA”). She served as the Vice President of the CAAA San Diego Chapter for several years, and is now serving as the President of the CAAA San Diego Chapter.

Patrick J. Williams

Lisle, IL

Patrick Williams is a founding member and managing partner of the firm, with over 37 years of experience in specific areas of civil litigation. He represents individual and commercial clients in contract and real estate litigation, construction litigation, foreclosure, mechanics liens, collections, evictions, and landlord/tenant matters. He also has extensive experience in contested probate estate cases and will contests. His clients include Chicago area banks, homeowners’ associations, property management firms, and construction companies.

Samantha N. Wasiluk

San Diego, CA

Samantha Wasiluk is an attorney at Gruenberg Law dedicated to representing individuals in labor and employment cases. Samantha protects individuals who have been subjected to a variety of workplace mistreatment, including discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination. She also works on wage and hour disputes.

S. Emile Lisboa IV

Hackensack, NJ

S. Emile Lisboa IV devotes his practice to the rigorous defense of those accused of crimes. A former prosecutor and double certified as a criminal & municipal court trial attorney, he represents people in both New Jersey and New York state and federal courts. He is a leading practitioner in driving while intoxicated cases, including vehicular homicide. Mr. Lisboa's client list includes professional athletes, entertainers, lawyers, doctors, business leaders, law enforcement employees, public officials, college students, friends and neighbors.

Vincent A. Apicella

NEW YORK, NY

Mr. Apicella is one of the founding partners of Apicella & Schlesinger. He graduated from New York University in 1956 and Brooklyn Law School in 1961. He focuses on Real Estate and Wills and Estates. He has been an active member of the Washington Heights community, serving as President of the Washington Heights Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Board of the Washington Heights Business Improvement District.

Mikael Laguna, Esq. is an attorney at The Ward Law Group, specializing in personal injury law for car accident victims in Florida and New York. With over a decade of experience, he is dedicated to advocating for victims and the less fortunate, ensuring they receive fair compensation. His bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish enhances his ability to serve the Spanish-speaking community.

Jennifer Fomunung

Houston, TX

Originally from Tiko, Cameroon, Jennifer Fomunung brings a global perspective and a diverse legal background to every case. With experience spanning multiple legal disciplines and a deep commitment to client service, she approaches each matter with diligence, insight, and compassion. After moving to the United States, Jennifer pursued an academic path rooted in international understanding. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with a minor in Mandarin from the University of Alabama in 2014, then continued straight into law school at Georgetown University Law Center, where she earned her Juris Doctor in 2017. Licensed to practice law in Texas since 2019, Jennifer has built a versatile career. Early on, she handled Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act cases and Defense Base Act claims, followed by roles in insurance coverage litigation and tax consulting. Today, she focuses on general civil litigation and personal injury-areas where her analytical strengths and dedication to justice truly shine. Outside of legal practice, Jennifer enjoys traveling, listening to music, and spending quality time with friends and family. A strong supporter of the arts, she also volunteers at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Houston. Whether representing clients in high-stakes litigation or guiding them through everyday legal challenges, Jennifer Fomunung combines experience, empathy, and global perspective to advocate for the best possible outcome.

Andrew W. Bribriesco

Bettendorf, IA

Andrew W. Bribriesco is an attorney specializing in representing injured workers in Iowa and Illinois, as well as workers denied unemployment benefits or experiencing wage theft. He graduated from the University of Chicago with a degree in Law, Letters, & Society and the University of Iowa School of Law with distinction. He was admitted to the bar in Iowa in 2010 and Illinois in 2011. Andrew is bilingual and actively involved in various legal and community organizations, including serving on the board of the Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers.