English-Speaking Attorneys

Ryan M. Herrera

San Francisco, CA

Ryan joined Tenant Law Group in June 2024. He dedicates one hundred percent of his practice to helping California tenants who have been illegally evicted, harassed, or forced to live in inhumane conditions obtain financial compensation from their landlords. Ryan has dedicated much of his legal career to representing affected individuals, achieving settlements through mediation, arbitration, and trial. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. He has been licensed to practice law in California since 2016. Prior to joining Tenant Law Group, Ryan worked as a Staff Attorney at the Eviction Defense Collaborative in San Francisco, where he represented low-income tenants in unlawful detainer proceedings. He also worked as a Staff Attorney at Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles, where he represented low-income tenants in unlawful detainer proceedings and advocated for their housing rights. Ryan also has experience in civil litigation, working as an associate attorney at a civil litigation firm in Los Angeles, where he handled complex civil litigation matters, including breach of contract, fraud, and personal injury cases. Outside of work, Ryan enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and hiking.

Caroline R. Hahn

Tustin, CA

Founding attorney Caroline Hahn provides ethical representation and personal attention. An Orange County native, she is a Korean-American criminal defense attorney who understands Korean culture and speaks Korean, helping immigrants facing criminal charges and potential negative immigration consequences. She served as a Deputy Public Defender in Orange County and worked at the Federal Public Defender’s Office. Ms. Hahn is passionate about juvenile delinquency work and serves as a board member for the Child Guidance Center.

Monique Centeno

Wichita, KS

Monique Centeno joined Patterson Legal Group in 2021, bringing extensive experience and knowledge. Previously, she served as a District Court Judge in the 18th Judicial District of Kansas, presiding over trials and known for her compassionate approach. Before her judgeship, Monique was a trial attorney at Wall Huntington Trial Law, representing individuals and families in medical malpractice, wrongful death, discrimination, bus collisions, auto accidents, and homeowner negligence cases. She graduated from Washburn University School of Law in 2005, where she discovered her calling for trial advocacy and mastered persuasion. After graduation, she represented clients in high-level felonies, parental rights termination, and consumer protection cases. Monique is passionate about community volunteering, serving as a Commissioner on the State of Kansas’ Commission on Racial Equity and Justice, mentoring students, and distributing food through Common Ground and Salvation Army.

J. Virginia Peiser

Walnut Creek, CA

Virginia Peiser designs and implements specialized legal strategies for her clients' tax, estate planning and business needs to minimize taxes and expenses and to maximize the wealth they pass to their beneficiaries. As a Certified Specialist both in Taxation Law and in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, Virginia integrates her clients' estate plans and their tax matters with their business, real estate and investment assets. Since 1975, Virginia has assisted investors and owners of closely held businesses in (a) estate planning and the preparation of revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, and other estate planning documents; (b) post-death trust administration and probate matters; (c) tax controversies, tax analysis, and planning specialized tax strategies; and (d) counsel and formation of real estate and business entities. Virginia has an AV rating (the highest) from the publishers of the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. She has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association Taxation Section since 1988, and she served four separate terms as Chair of the Taxation Section. Virginia is a regular lecturer in the areas of tax and estate planning, and she has published numerous articles in these fields. Virginia received her Juris Doctor degree with honors from UC College of the Law - San Francisco (formerly Hastings College of the Law), and her LL.M. in Taxation from Golden Gate University School of Law. Upon graduation from law school, J. Virginia based her practice in San Francisco. In 1978, she established her own law firm in San Francisco to represent business owners and investors in their tax, business, and real estate matters. In 1987, she moved her tax and estate planning practice to Contra Costa County, and she has continued to practice in Contra Costa County since that date.

Megan R. Sterback

Norwalk, CT

Megan R. Sterback is an associate attorney specializing in criminal law and personal injury. She has experience with a wide range of criminal cases and has successfully assisted clients with pardons and expungement.

Felicia De Leon

El Paso, TX

Felicia de León is a native El Pasoan. Her primary practice areas include personal injury and insurance defense litigation as well as premises and products liability claims. Ms. de León is licensed in Texas. She received her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Texas Tech University School of Law and has a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Texas at Austin. She has been recognized by Texas Monthly Magazine as a Rising Star and as a Top Women Attorney in Texas.

Ruben Chavez is an experienced trial lawyer with 22 years of experience, known for litigating and trying cases. He received the Martindale-Hubbel AV Preeminent® rating for his legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards. In 2017, he was inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).

Matthew D. Meadows

Warrenton, VA

Matthew D. Meadows is a proven lawyer with over two decades of experience in legal practice, specializing in real estate transactions, civil litigation, and governance issues. He has a proven track record of successfully representing clients, managing high-volume collections, and providing strategic legal counsel. Skilled in negotiating settlements, conducting legal research, and collaborating with colleagues to develop effective case strategies, Matt is proficient in drafting legal documents, representing clients in court proceedings, and ensuring compliance with regulations and zoning laws. He has also served as outside general counsel to public entities and as lender counsel to financial institutions.

Kevin H. Millon

Wheaton, IL

Kevin H. Millon is a Partner at Millon & Peskin, Ltd., specializing in workers' compensation claims. Admitted to practice in Illinois in 1984, he has over 41 years of experience representing injured workers and has served as President of the DuPage County Bar Association.

Merwan N. Bhatti

El Paso, TX

Merwan N. Bhatti is a partner in the Firm and serves as a Vice-President and member of the Board. He practices in the areas of business law, real estate law, bankruptcy, lending, and commercial litigation. Mr. Bhatti has extensive experience representing financial institutions, corporations, and other business entities. He approaches his clients and legal matters with a business “mindset,” and aims to handle legal matters strategically, proactively, and cost-effectively.

Mitchell Scott Goldman

Cocoa, FL

Mitchell Scott Goldman is a native of Florida and Brevard County, with over forty years of legal practice. He graduated magna cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis with a degree in economics and earned his law degree from the same university in 1984. His practice focuses on commercial lending and real estate transactions, including 1031 exchanges, drafting sales contracts, leases, and title insurance matters. He is deeply involved in his community, having served as a charter member and past president of the Rockledge Rotary Club, and held leadership positions in various local charities and organizations like the Central Brevard Sharing Center and Crosswinds Youth Services. He also served as legal counsel for the Cocoa Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of Directors for the Eastern Florida State College Foundation. He enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, working out, long walks, and following sports.

Zachary Cantor

Fort Myers, FL

Zachary Cantor is the founding attorney of Cantor & Cantor, with over 20 years of experience in criminal defense and DUI/DWI defense. He has resolved thousands of criminal cases in Southwest Florida and is known for being attentive, informative, responsive, and reliable to his clients. He is admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and Florida.

Kenny Perez is a trusted advisor and advocate dedicated to securing justice for injured clients. His approach to law is deeply personal, marked by expertise, heartfelt dedication, reliability, and a deep commitment to securing the best possible outcome. He is known for navigating the legal system and advocating fiercely in the courtroom.

Ralph J. Sczygelski

Manitowoc, WI

Ralph J. Sczygelski has represented Wisconsin residents in over 4,000 cases, including experience in the Wisconsin Supreme Court. He has been Bar certified in Wisconsin since 1991 and has practiced law in Manitowoc County for over 26 years, operating his own successful firm for over 20 years. He is dedicated to providing fair and effective legal representation, working to make legal counsel affordable and accessible.

Paul F. Lorincz

Attleboro, MA

Paul F. Lorincz is a partner with the firm, concentrating his practice in family law, corporate and business law, and estate planning. He graduated magna cum laude from Boston College in 1972 and Boston College Law School in 1975. He is admitted to the Massachusetts Bar, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. He is peer review rated AV-Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell.

Charles F. Bellomy

Charleston, WV

Charles F. Bellomy is an accomplished litigator with more than twenty years of experience representing a variety of clients across numerous practice areas and industries. He has successfully litigated claims in both state and federal courts and before various administrative agencies. Charles is an experienced trial attorney and has obtained many favorable trial verdicts for his clients. In addition to successful trial resolutions, he has favorably resolved many cases through mediation, arbitration, and direct negotiation with the opposing party. Charles’s practice at Calwell Luce diTrapano focuses on all types of personal injury litigation. Prior to joining the firm, his litigation experience included a broad range of civil matters such as personal injury; professional malpractice; commercial contract rights; employer liability under state and federal law for discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination; class action product liability claims; class action claims for breach of natural resource contracts; claims arising from land use; mineral and real property rights; insurance coverage; and property damage. Charles graduated cum laude from West Virginia University with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in philosophy and economics. He is a cum laude graduate of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill School of Law, where he was a member of the National Moot Court Team and recipient of the Gressman-Pollitt Award for excellence in oral advocacy. Charles is a native of Ceredo, West Virginia, and now resides in Huntington with his twin daughters, Gabriella and Isabella.

Andrew J. Long

Glenview, IL

Andrew J. Long has over 27 years of experience representing plaintiffs in personal injury litigation. He graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1990 and John Marshall Law School in 1993. He focuses on disputed personal injury claims, having successfully represented thousands of victims and completed over 200 jury trials across several Illinois counties. He has secured numerous six and seven-figure settlements and judgments and has experience in appellate court arguments and alternative dispute resolution. His expertise also includes insurance law, nursing home litigation, construction accidents, products liability, and dram shop cases.

Heath Uppencamp

Mattoon, IL

Heath Uppencamp is a shareholder at Heller, Holmes & Associates, P.C. He graduated from Purdue University in 2002 with degrees in Psychology and Law & Society, and from the University of Illinois College of Law in 2005. He joined the firm in July 2009. His practice areas include personal injury litigation, wrongful death, real estate transactions, estate planning, and probate law. He is admitted to practice in Indiana (2005) and Illinois (2009), as well as several U.S. District Courts and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

Mariliza V Williams

Eagle Pass, TX

Mariliza “Mari” Williams was born and raised in Eagle Pass, Texas. She received her bachelor’s degree from Texas A & M University and went on to Thomas M. Cooley Law School to obtain her law degree. While in law school, Mari was an Associate Editor of the Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law. Mari’s hard work and dedication landed her on the Dean’s list throughout her law school career. She began her legal career as a Laredo injury attorney and accident lawyer in Laredo with Nevárez Law Group in 2014 where she handles all aspects of litigation from the filing of the lawsuit to trial. Mari is married to Joseph Williams and together they have two children.

Micah A. Thompson

San Francisco, CA

Micah joined Tenant Law Group in March 2025. She focuses one hundred percent of her practice on helping California tenants who have been illegally evicted, harassed, or forced to live in inhumane conditions obtain financial compensation from their landlords. Micah has dedicated much of her legal career to representing affected individuals, achieving settlements through mediation, arbitration, and trial. She earned her Bachelor of Finance, cum laude, from the University of San Francisco in 2008 and her Juris Doctor from the University of Washington School of Law in 2011. She began her legal career at Jackson Lewis LLP, a prestigious national law firm specializing in labor and employment law, where she gained valuable experience in legal research and legal writing. Subsequently, she worked as a Litigation Associate at the Law Firm of Michael A. Thompson, a leading injury firm where she honed her litigation and negotiation skills. One of her most notable achievements was securing a multi-million dollar settlement for a client involved in a catastrophic car accident. In June 2014, she founded the Law Firm of Micah Thompson, where she spent over a decade defending the rights of affected individuals in personal injury, housing rights, and landlord-tenant disputes. She has represented clients at all stages of the civil process, including filing and defending lawsuits, conducting and answering depositions, attending mediations, preparing oral arguments, and appearing in court.

Yi Lin Zheng

Las Vegas, NV

Throughout Clark County’s legal community, Yi Lin Zheng maintains a reputation for reasoned analysis, efficient litigation, hardline negotiation, ruthless advocacy, and professional courtesy. She is devoted to giving each and every one of her clients the finest criminal defense and personal injury representation available. Nevada’s judges know her as a zealous and effective trial attorney, though she also has an excellent record of favorably settling cases without going to trial at all. Yi Lin Zheng began her legal career as a runner for legendary Las Vegas lawyer John Momot back in 1999 when she was a college student at UNLV. Under John Momot’s mentorship and supervision, Yi Lin Zheng rose in the ranks to receptionist, legal assistant, office manager, law clerk, associate attorney, and finally law partner in 2009. When John Momot passed away after a decade-long partnership, Yi Lin Zheng carried on the practice, ultimately renaming it Vegas Golden Law and expanding its practice to include personal injury. Yi Lin Zheng, a Chinese-American, has the distinction of being one of the few Nevada lawyers fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese as well as English.

Guillermo "Memo" Tijerina, Jr.

McAllen, TX

Guillermo 'Memo' Tijerina, Jr. is originally from San Antonio, Texas. He is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has successfully defended various types of cases at trial, including personal injury, commercial motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and first-party insurance claims. Memo earned two degrees from the University of Notre Dame, a J.D. in 2006 and a B.A. in 2002. While in law school, he excelled in trial advocacy and medical malpractice law. Memo is married with four children and is active in his local church. He is also an avid athlete, having completed an Ultraman triathlon, numerous Ironman races, and extreme triathlons, and participates in long-distance charity cycling rides. His approach to his defense practice and life is described as passionate, prepared, and relentless, always eager for a challenge.

Jonathan S. Collins

Phoenix, AZ

Jonathan S. Collins earned his undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and his law degree from the University of Tulsa College of Law. He has been a member of the State Bar of Arizona since 2003 and is licensed to practice before all Federal Courts of the State of Arizona. He handles complex family law, probate, wills, trusts, estate planning, consumer bankruptcy, and debt reduction cases. Jonathan has extensive legal experience, starting as a Process Server and working as a legal assistant, paralegal, and intern before practicing law. He emphasizes direct and honest communication with clients.

Warren S. Curtis

Sumter, SC

Warren S. Curtis, born in Camden, South Carolina; admitted to the South Carolina bar in 1995. Graduate of Dartmouth College (B.A., 1992); University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1995). Member, Sumter County and South Carolina Bar Associations. Past Member of Phi Delta Phi and Order of Barristers. Married to Kristi Fisher Curtis. Member Sumter City-County Zoning Board of Appeals and South Carolina Bar Real Estate Council Section; Alice Drive Baptist Church. Areas of practice limited to commercial and residential real estate transactions.