English-Speaking Attorneys

Andrew T. Morgan

St. Augustine, FL

Andrew T. Morgan is an equity partner with Canan Law. His practice specializes in family and criminal law. He has worked extensively in St. Johns, Duval, Flagler and Putnam counties in matters involving high net-worth family law litigation and complex criminal defense. His family law litigation cases routinely include the valuation and distribution of business entities such as medical practices, restaurants, professional practices, construction companies and retail stores. Additionally, he has extensive experience in divorces that involve a high wage earner and alimony defense or request. His criminal experience involves litigation both as a defense attorney and as an Assistant State Attorney. While at the State Attorney’s Office, he handled cases ranging from misdemeanors to offenses punishable by life in prison. Since leaving the State Attorney’s Office, he has defended high profile and complex criminal cases including but not limited to murder, DUI, DUI manslaughter, sexual battery, robbery, drug offenses (trafficking and possession) and battery cases (aggravated, felony, domestic). Mr. Morgan has been recognized by several independent and peer review legal services including Super Lawyers. Mr. Morgan is very active in community and professional associations. He is the past president of both the St. Johns and Putnam County Bar Associations, he is a member of the Florida Bar Family Law section and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. He is a past member of the National District Attorneys Association and former Assistant Director of the Republican National Lawyers Association. Mr. Morgan has been a member of the St. Augustine Sunrise Rotary since 2008.

Julia Aguilar

San Diego, CA

Julia is an associate attorney at Gruenberg Law, dedicated to protecting employees’ rights and advocating for individuals facing unlawful discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and wage disputes. A San Diego native, Julia attended the University of California, San Diego, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with an emphasis in American Politics. During her undergraduate studies, she studied abroad in Cádiz, Spain, and later returned to Spain to work as an au pair in Madrid, teaching English to Spanish children. Upon returning to San Diego, she spent ten years gaining extensive legal experience as a paralegal at an insurance defense law firm. Julia earned her Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law, graduating magna cum laude in the top 8% of her class. During law school, she received a Distinguished Advocate Award for her oral advocacy skills, two Academic Excellence Awards, merit scholarships, and a Faculty Award recognizing her positive contributions to the law school. She also maintained her place on the Dean’s Honor List while continuing to work as a paralegal. Julia further developed her expertise in employment law by completing a Labor and Employment Law Concentration, earning the highest grade in her Employment Law class, and completing her clinical externship with Gruenberg Law.

Nils Döhler

New York, NY

Nils Döhler is a Senior Attorney at Urban Thier & Federer, P.A., based in Barcelona, Spain. He is admitted to practice law in Spain and Germany, bringing over 15 years of experience. His practice areas include real estate and urban planning, mortgage and construction, financing and guarantees, civil and succession law, and international inheritance. He has a multicultural background with education in Germany and Spain, and is fluent in German, Spanish, and English. He has been recognized by Who's Who Legal Real Estate from 2016-2020 as a top attorney in Spanish real estate law.

Steven Atkinson was born in Rexburg, Idaho, and grew up in St. Anthony, Idaho. He graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho in 2011 with a B.A. in English. He served a mission in Santiago, Chile, from 2006-2008. He attended law school in Moscow, Idaho, graduating in 2016. During law school, he was on Law Review and won the Best Brief award at the Duberstein Moot Court competition in 2016. After passing the Bar Exam, he practiced social security disability claims and served as a deputy prosecutor in Lewiston, Idaho, handling hundreds of misdemeanor cases, specializing in DUI and Domestic Battery. He has returned to the Rexburg area and provides legal expertise in criminal defense, domestic relations, divorce, disability, probate, estate planning, and immigration. He is proficient in Spanish and is a member of the Idaho State Bar and the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association.

Breana T. Henriques is a personal injury attorney at The Sanders Law Firm whose focus is practiced on car accident cases. A former defense attorney, she brings inside knowledge about the tactics that insurance companies and their lawyers use to deny justice to injury victims. This tenacity has helped shape her into the attorney she is today, and her perseverance can be seen in some of her proudest professional moments. In one case, Breana fought to prove the existence and severity of injuries and received almost $20,000 extra for a client over what was offered. And at a mediation appearance for a case that refused to settle, she ended up obtaining a settlement that made another client extremely happy. Breana believes that personal injury law, even when it involves technical legal questions and procedures, is about developing good relationships with people. Nobody wants to feel like they’ve been forgotten, or that their case is not important. She updates her clients regularly on the status of their cases, even if nothing has changed, and addresses their concerns right away to make sure they feel at ease. Breana’s passion for helping others extends outside of the courtroom. She has provided volunteer legal services to low-income individuals, participated in programs to educate people about their personal injury rights, and more recently been involved with cancer awareness causes.

Dmitry Gorin

Encino, CA

Dmitry Gorin is a partner at Eisner Gorin LLP and a State-Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He has been selected annually to the Top 100 Super Lawyers List in California and recognized as a Top White Collar Crime Lawyer by the Daily Journal. With over three decades of experience in the criminal justice system, including serving as a Senior Deputy District Attorney for Los Angeles County, he specializes in complex criminal defense matters in state and federal courts nationwide. He is also an Adjunct Law Professor at UCLA and Pepperdine University School of Law.

Jack L. Platt

Melbourne, FL

Attorney Jack Platt was born and raised in Brevard County where he is a fifth-generation member of one of Brevard county’s pioneering families. Upon graduation from Melbourne High School, he became a firefighter for Rockledge Fire Department until 1984 when he transitioned to a career with Pruitt Real Estate. At Pruitt Real Estate he was the number two listing agent in the country for ERA real estate. In 1988, with the help of his wife Cathie, he left to pursue a law degree and in 1993 graduated from Florida State University College of Law. Mr. Platt and his wife have three children all of whom have remained in Brevard County. Mr. Platt is often asked to emcee charity events and sits on the board of the Margaret Binz Foundation where he has been instrumental in donating millions of dollars for underprivileged children and animals. Mr. Platt has been named Lawyer of Distinction numerous times, has been named the attorney of the year by the Brevard County paralegal association and was recently recognized for outstanding service to Brevard County Legal Aid. For over 30 years, Mr. Platt has used his vast experience and passion for the law to provide his clients with the zealous advocacy they deserve.

Louis A. Ryen

Rochester, NY

Louis Ryen, a highly experienced attorney, spent more than 50 years serving clients in matters in Federal and all New York State Courts. His practice focused on creditors' rights, including bankruptcies, business reorganizations, commercial recoveries, workouts and insolvencies, collections, creditors’ rights, and delinquent mortgage matters.

Madeline Morales

Houston, TX

Madeline Morales, a legal professional with 5 years of experience in personal injury litigation and 7 years in personal injury pre-litigation, is fluent in English and Spanish. She is deeply committed to helping others find justice after suffering injuries.

Mathew Shooshtary is always on time and always ready to give 100%, no matter the task or how high pressure the situation-traits that serve him well as a medical malpractice attorney at The Sanders Law Firm. A quick learner and a team player, Mr. Shooshtary enjoys solving problems for his clients in the complex field of medical negligence law, in which every case is uniquely demanding and requires thorough preparation. These cases are often long and difficult but also rewarding because they allow him to help people who have been seriously injured. Mr. Shooshtary provides his clients with a smooth and transparent experience as they work through the process of receiving compensation for birth injuries, negligently performed surgeries, emergency room errors, and other types of medical malpractice claims. After earning a law degree from Hofstra University, where he was the Head Articles Editor for the ACTEC Law Journal and responsible for overseeing the work of 25 other students, Mr. Shooshtary joined Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman (“Milberg”) as an associate medical malpractice attorney. Before that, he served as a law clerk at Milberg and a student intern at Sanders Phillips Grossman LLC, where he assisted in drafting briefs, conducting legal research, and collaborating with attorneys on legal strategies. He also interned for a group of law firms working collaboratively on class action housing discrimination and product liability cases. When he’s not in the office, Mr. Shooshtary enjoys working on cars, trying new restaurants, and gaming.

Julia A. St George

Chicago, IL

Julia St George graduated with a bachelor's degree from Loyola University Chicago, where she majored in Psychology and minored in Socio-Legal Studies. Her academic background provides her with a unique insight into human behavior and enables her to better understand and connect with clients. After graduating from Loyola, Julia attended University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, further developing her legal skills and knowledge. Before joining Zane D. Smith & Associates, Julia gained valuable experience working at a Chicago personal injury firm, where she focused primarily on cases involving nursing home abuse and medical malpractice. Julia has since expanded her practice to encompass complex business law and litigation with a focus on the trucking industry, including trucking company owners and owner/operators. She also regularly assists with condominium and homeowners association litigation and commercial disputes.

Michael Hua

Las Vegas, NV

My ties to the Las Vegas community started here at Valley Hospital where I was born. I received my undergraduate degree here after 3 years while working 2-3 jobs at a time as a full-time student. I then went to law school at the William S. Boyd School of Law and was a member of law review. As a Chinese Lawyer, I also serve as the Special Legal Advocate for the Asian American Advocacy Clinic, which is a legal aid program increasing legal education and providing legal support for low income and culturally diverse communities. Before representing human beings, I represented Fortune 500 corporations and insurance companies. I remember the weekday afternoon I looked out the window, staring at the courthouse and felt unsatisfied with life. It wasn’t fulfilling and I needed a change. I found that fulfillment helping and fighting for human beings.

Marisa F. Dominguez

Totowa, NJ

Marisa F. Dominguez graduated from Rider University in 2008 and Brooklyn Law School in 2011. She is admitted to practice in New York, New Jersey, and the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. Ms. Dominguez focuses on general litigation and personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, construction accidents, and work-related incidents. She frequently appears in the Superior Court of New Jersey and has recovered millions for her injured clients.

Camille Shadegg Catsaros

Tucson, AZ

Ms. Catsaros represents plaintiffs in personal injury cases including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death and slip and fall. She also represents individual and business clients in immigration matters including adjustment of status (green cards), visas and consular processing, removal (deportation) defense, naturalization and citizenship, student visas, work permits and work visas.

Angela Huber is licensed in both Florida and Illinois and has over 25 years of experience in the Personal Injury field of law. She provides aggressive and knowledgeable legal representation for business, real estate, estate planning, title services, and equine law.

Terri W. Griffith

Gilmer, TX

Terri W. Griffith was born in Iran, Texas on October 24, 1956. She completed her preparatory and legal education at Baylor University (B.A., with honors, 1979 & J.D., with honors, 1981). Terri was admitted to the Texas bar in 1981 and was admitted to practice before U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit and the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas. Terri is a member of the Delta Theta Phi and Phi Beta Kappa fraternities. She was Associate Editor of the Baylor Law Review (1981) and is a member of the Gregg County and Northeast Texas Bar Associations, State Bar of Texas, The Association of Defense Counsel, The American Board of Trial Advocates, and is a Certified Mediator. Litigation Percentage - 90% of Practice Devoted to Litigation. Bar Admissions Texas, 1981. Education - Baylor University School of Law, Waco, Texas. Law Review: Baylor Law Review, Associate Editor. Professional Associations and Memberships - Gregg County Bar Association. Northeast Texas Bar Association. State Bar of Texas. The Association of Defense Counsel. The American Board of Trial Advocates. Fraternities/Sororities - Delta Tau Phi. Phi Beta Kappa.

Victoria D. (“Vicky”) Britton is an attorney with over 17 years of experience who concentrates her practice in the areas of community association law, land use law, local government law, real estate and property law, and trial and appellate litigation. Vicky represents clients in the acquisition, sale and development of commercial, industrial and residential real estate. She has represented municipal governments and land use boards across New Jersey. She presents applications for land use approvals for developers and applicants before local land use boards, as well as defends such applications in the courts. She is also experienced in representing municipal clients and developers regarding affordable housing matters. Additionally, Vicky counsels condominium and homeowners’ associations on community association law matters for both residential and nonresidential properties. Vicky regularly lectures on areas related to land use and local government law. She serves as a Director of the New Jersey State Bar Association Land Use Law Section and a panelist for the New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education. Vicky is also an instructor and lecturer for New Jersey Planning Officials with seminars focused on New Jersey’s Municipal Land Use Law. She is a trustee of the Burlington County Bar Association, serving as a co-chair of the Diversity, Inclusion and Leadership Committee. She serves as a member of the Moorestown Environmental Advisory Committee. She also serves as a trustee for the Burlington County Bar Foundation and the Somerset County Bar Association, having been the SCBA’s President during the 2021-2022 term. Vicky is a member of the Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey and speaks Spanish at home. Prior to joining Price Meese Shulman & D’Arminio, Vicky was a partner at Eckert Seamans where she served as Assistant Municipal Attorney for the Township of Lawrence (Mercer County) and the Borough of Stockton (Hunterdon County).

Dmitriy Shakhnevich

New York, NY

Dmitriy Shakhnevich is the founder of The Law Firm of Dmitriy Shakhnevich, specializing in criminal defense and civil litigation. He earned his law degree from New York Law School and is admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey state and federal courts. He has a reputation for his knowledge of the legal system, has worked with high-profile attorneys, authored articles, served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor, and has been recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Garrett L. Beach

Waco, TX

Garrett L. Beach graduated magna cum laude from Abilene Christian University in 2013 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a minor in Psychology. In 2016, Garrett graduated from Baylor Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor with a concentration in estate planning. Garrett is an accomplished attorney whose commitment to his clients is unwavering. He takes pride in investing the time and effort required to understand each of his client’s unique needs and goals. With a compassionate and personalized approach, Garrett ensures that his clients receive tailored advice and guidance every step of the way. After practicing in the Waco area for a number of years, Garrett joined The Zimmerman Law Firm in 2023. He provides clients a wide range of estate planning and long-term care planning services, including Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, directives to physicians, and lady bird deeds. Garrett’s other primary areas of practice include probate, business formation, nonprofit formation, and guardianships.

Hope Nordyke McCoy

Butler, MO

Hope McCoy has been working alongside her father and the founder of Nordyke Law Offices, Stephen K. Nordyke, since high school, gaining extensive experience in personal injury law. For nearly a decade, she has been actively practicing law, advocating for injured clients and instrumental in recovering millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of Central Missouri, earning dual majors in Political Science and Psychology. In 2015, she obtained her law degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. Since being admitted to the bar, Hope has successfully tried numerous cases alongside her father.

Lovann Ramirez

Tampa, FL

Lovann Ramirez is a dedicated legal professional whose passion for justice has spanned over two decades. After moving from Panama City, Panama, to the vibrant Bay Area in 1984, Lovann launched her legal career in 2000. A proud Florida Bar registered paralegal since 2010, Lovann has cultivated her experience in the legal field, focusing on Plaintiff’s Workers Compensation, Social Security Disability, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. She is a valued para legal member of the Florida Bar Association, Florida Justice Association, and Hillsborough County Bar Association. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Lovann is committed and passionate about advocating for our clients and making the legal process accessible to all. Outside the office, Lovann embraces her roles as a mother and dog mom, embodying the perfect balance of family and professional commitment.

Nicholas A. Ziolkowski

Jacksonville, NC

Nicholas A. Ziolkowski works in our Clinton office as a family law attorney, handling divorce, separation agreements, child custody, child support, spousal support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence protection orders, name changes, termination of parental rights, and adoptions. He also handles juvenile delinquency, Department of Social Services matters, personal injury claims, and criminal district court. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Theatre from Wake Forest University and his law degree from Creighton University. While in law school, he clerked for Lustgarten & Roberts, a family law firm. After law school, he worked in civil and criminal law firms for almost a decade before opening his own firm. In 2015, he joined Silva, Kiernan & Associates. He is fluent in English and Spanish.