English-Speaking Attorneys

Milos Marjanovic

Albuquerque, NM

Originally from Eastern Europe, Milos Marjanovic immigrated to Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1997. He learned English, navigated a new culture, and went on to attend high school, college, and eventually graduate school-all right here in New Mexico. In 2007, he earned a black belt in Taekwondo and became a Junior Olympian. He became the first in his family to become an attorney after graduating from the University of New Mexico School of Law. He founded Marjanovic Law, LLC in 2017-a solo practice focused on helping everyday New Mexicans with real-world legal problems, including Criminal Defense, Guardian ad Litem for Children, Adult Guardianship Law, and General Civil Litigation. In 2024, Milos became a partner at Smith & Marjanovic Law, LLC, where the firm now focuses on guardianships, malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and civil rights litigation. Outside the office, Milos enjoys time with his family, playing with his dog, and spending time outdoors.

Robert W. Cotner

Waco, TX

Robert W. Cotner is a native of Perry, Oklahoma. He is a 1990 graduate of the University of Oklahoma (B.A., Political Science) and a 1993 graduate of Baylor University School of Law. Mr. Cotner is a member of the McLennan County and American Bar Associations and the State Bar of Texas. He joined the firm in 1996 and was named a partner in 1999. Mr. Cotner is active in his church, St. Matthew Lutheran and is also involved in the University of Oklahoma’s Central Texas Alumni Club. He enjoys sports, and particularly enjoys softball and basketball. Mr. Cotner also loves spending time with his wife, Hope, and daughter, Rachel.

Toby N. Byrd

Bowie, MD

Toby N. Byrd is the managing attorney and senior partner at Byrd & Byrd, LLC, with over 30 years of experience. He received his JD Summa Cum Laude from the District of Columbia School of Law in 1992 and a BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland in 1971. He is admitted to the Maryland State Bar, the United States Supreme Court, and the United States Court of Appeals, fourth circuit. Toby specializes in construction, engineering, dispute resolution, real estate, contract law, and business formation.

C. Boyd Sturges III

Louisburg, NC

Boyd Sturges has practiced law since 1995. He has been involved in several high profile cases including representing a state Judge in a federal corruption case. He was named a special prosecutor in the Duke Lacross case to prosecute former Durham District Attorney Mike Nifong. He has tried many criminal, civil, and domestic cases both to juries as well as judges. He also represents the Franklin County Board of Education and Louisburg College. He was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2009. Boyd is also on the Board of Directors for the Tar River Land Conservancy and a Trustee for Louisburg College.

Craig A. Bealer

Los Angeles, CA

Craig A. Bealer is a Trial Attorney at The Dominguez Firm, known for his versatility in successfully litigating a wide variety of personal injury cases, including wrongful death and traumatic brain injuries. His strong advocacy has resulted in multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts.

H. Michael Soroy

New York, NY

H. Michael Soroy is a Senior Attorney with Urban, Thier & Federer, P.A., admitted to practice law in Federal and State Courts in the United States. He is a graduate of European and US universities, fluent in several European languages, and bilingual in Norwegian. Holding both a J.D. and an M.B.A., he is well-suited for the legal needs of the international business community. He is an attorney member of the Business Law Panel of Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral and Information Services (LACBA/LRIS). In 2010, he was appointed Norway’s Honorary Consul in Los Angeles.

Jonathan M. Arthur

Richmond, VA

Jonathan M. Arthur is a Virginia Litigation Attorney specializing in civil litigation, civil rights, wills and trusts, contracts, business and commercial law, criminal defense, and constitutional law. He is fluent in Spanish and has successfully represented clients in excessive force cases. He is recognized as a 'Rising Star' by Super Lawyers and 'Virginia’s Legal Elite'.

Alex Cornejo

Woodstock, GA

Alexandros H. Cornejo has a strong presence in the United States, with offices in New York, Dalton, and Woodstock, GA. Adept in immigration law, he handles cases related to the adjustment of status, citizenship, deportation defense, and family reunification. He is authorized to practice across all 50 states and U.S. territories. Notably, in 2021, he achieved the release of more than 120 Latino immigrants from federal detention. He is trilingual, speaking English, Spanish, and Portuguese fluently.

Gregory Bailey

Charles Town, WV

Gregory Bailey's practice is focused on representing clients in family law, divorce and custody cases in Jefferson County and Berkeley County Family Courts. He also represents clients in civil rights cases against government officials for excessive force, wrongful arrest, employment discrimination and business litigation matters in both state and federal courts in West Virginia. Mr. Bailey has earned the reputation as an outstanding attorney in family law and litigation matters and is willing to take matters to jury trial when necessary. He has successfully defended clients on appeal to the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. He received his law degree from the West Virginia University College of Law where he graduated magna cum laude and was awarded membership into the Order of the Coif, the Order of the Barristers, and received the Patrick Duffy Koontz Scholarship for academic excellence. Mr. Bailey served as an editor on the West Virginia Law Review and authored “Death By Automobile as First Degree Felony-Murder.”

Kristopher Heaton

Lakeland, FL

I spent more than seven years as a prosecutor getting justice for the citizens of Polk County. At Burnetti, P.A., I use the same skills and determination to help make sure insurance companies give you just compensation for your loss. Attorney Heaton has always been driven by a desire to help others. In his practice, he views his role as an advisor, educator, and advocate. He believes that it is not only important to provide his clients with sound advice but also to educate them so that they understand why he is giving that specific advice. He often advises his clients to be polite, open, honest, and, most importantly, themselves throughout the entire process. Whether a case is big or small, Attorney Heaton knows the outcome means everything to the client. With that in mind, he does everything he can to thoroughly prepare cases for trial and fight for a favorable outcome. Every case is unique, and Attorney Heaton believes they should be prepared as such. He knows that it is important to give every case the same amount of care and attention, as a seemingly simple case can easily become challenging and difficult. When this happens, he draws on his extensive experience to determine the value of the case and understand how the insurance company is going to respond. This puts him in a position to effectively advocate for his clients and fight for the maximum compensation they deserve.

Jaclyn S. Nesheiwat

Yonkers, NY

Jaclyn is an associate attorney representing individual and corporate clients on a variety of matters, including business transactions, contracts, plaintiff’s personal injury litigation, corporate and residential real estate transactions, and criminal defense matters. She recently opened the firm’s Dutchess County office and manages its local clients while assisting with the firm’s other clients, as well. Prior to joining the firm, Mrs. Nesheiwat worked for a prominent insurance defense firm where she represented international and domestic insurers in coverage matters involving Directors & Officers Liability, Errors & Omissions and Professional Liability, and Employment Practices Liability.

Kim Alabasi

Painesville, OH

Kim Alabasi is fluent in Spanish and brings valuable experience as a licensed independent social worker and teacher in Mexico to her immigration law practice. She has practiced in the area of Immigration since 2004. She earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish/Sociology from Marquette University and later went on to work in Mexico, first as a teacher in Puebla, Mexico for two years, followed by a job with the non-profit group IMIFAP in Mexico City, Mexico. After obtaining her master’s degree in social work from Case Western University, Kim worked for 7 years as bilingual clinical social worker with the Hispanic Unit of the Center for Families & Children in Cleveland. She obtained her law degree from Cleveland State University in 2003 and worked as an immigration attorney at Yomick & Associates prior to starting her own immigration firm, Alabasi & Associates Co LPA, in 2006. In 2013, Kim joined Dworken & Bernstein Co., L.P.A. as their Of Counsel, Immigration Attorney.

Marcos Garcia

Miami, FL

Marcos Garcia is a brilliant and talented attorney with experience in Immigration, especially assisting families with their deportation proceedings, work permit applications, political asylums, visas, permanent residencies, naturalizations, and representation in individual hearings. The attorney Marcos Garcia stands out for his ability to connect with his clients. This professional earned his Juris Doctor degree from Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, and later he was admitted to the Florida Bar. In 2018, he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Government from Florida International University (FIU). Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in immigration law, working with local law firms in this field. His work has focused on identifying legal remedies for complex immigration cases and developing strong defense strategies. Additionally, he has served as the Second Chair Attorney in deportation hearings, providing legal support to clients in need. Garcia speaks English and Spanish and is a member of the prestigious Cuban American Bar Association.

Shedwin Eliassin

Miami, FL

Attorney Shedwin Eliassin has extensive experience in the field of labor law and in the defense of those workers seeking compensation after an accident, illness, or wrongful termination. Graduated as a Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida, she stands out for her skills in trial preparation, drafting depositions, interviewing witnesses, and conducting legal investigations. Ms. Eliassin has also built a solid professional background, highlighted by her work at the Public Defender’s Offices in both Miami-Dade and Broward counties, as well as her experience at the Office of the State Attorney for the 17th Judicial Circuit in Fort Lauderdale. These roles have enriched her legal perspective and strengthened her commitment to justice A member of the Florida Bar Association, this talented attorney is able to communicate fluently in English and Haitian Creole, which has allowed her to participate in various support initiatives for vulnerable communities, such as the Southern Poverty Law Center as a translator, and the Florida Breast Health Initiative, serving as a volunteer.

Steven Roach

Chicago, IL

Steven R. Roach, Attorney at Law, provides each of his clients with tough, effective and experienced representation that delivers results. Whether you are charged with Murder, Sex Crimes, DUI or any Felony or Misdemeanor Crime, Steve Roach is committed to defending your rights. After many years of being a successful prosecutor for the government, Steve Roach has been able to apply his knowledge and skills to represent and successfully defend clients in all areas of Criminal Defense, DUI, Traffic, and Secretary of State Driver’s License Hearings. Steve Roach leads a team of highly experienced lawyer’s capable of handling the most complex legal matters associated with Criminal and DUI Defense. Steven R. Roach & Associates are result driven, hones and maintain open lines of communication with their clients. Place your trust in his experience; call Steve Roach to defend you now!

Linda O. Khorozian

Englewood Cliffs, NJ

Linda O. Khorozian is the founder of Khorozian Law Group, with over 15 years of experience representing accident victims, injured workers, and property owners in New Jersey. She combines legal expertise with a unique medical background, having worked in MRI diagnostic facilities and chiropractic clinics before becoming a lawyer. She is fluent in English and Armenian, and her firm offers Spanish-speaking staff.

Eliyahu “Eli” Levi is Daniella’s son and has been working with his mother since he was attending law school. He earned his undergraduate degree from Baruch College, City University of New York and afterwards attended Daniella’s alma mater, St. John’s Law School, and obtained his Juris Doctor degree in 2016. Eli then entered the field of personal injury and medical malpractice litigation which has been his focus practice area.

Evelyn Campuzano

Palmdale, CA

Evelyn Campuzano was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley and graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in Granada Hills, California. After high school, she proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, an experience that instilled in her discipline, integrity, and a lifelong commitment to service. She went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration and an associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies. Evelyn began her legal career in 2007 and has built more than 18 years of experience in Personal Injury law. She is a Certified Paralegal through the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), a distinction recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and the American Bar Association. Dedicated to continuous growth, she is furthering her legal education through the California Law Office Study Program under the sponsorship of attorney Darlene Trevino. Above all, Evelyn is committed to her clients and takes pride in providing personal attention and care in every case she handles.

Anthony J. Gonzalez is a partner in the Firm’s Property Damage and Personal Injury Practices. Anthony specializes in representing property owners in first party insurance disputes including hurricane, fire, water, and mold claims throughout Florida, having secured millions of dollars in new money for clients as a result of denied or underpaid property damage claims. In addition, Anthony has nearly a decade of experience in handling personal injury and negligence cases throughout Florida and has navigated through hundreds of millions of dollars in personal injury and negligence cases. Prior to joining Kanner & Pintaluga, Anthony worked for two national insurance defense firms and handled property, personal injury, construction, and contract litigation. He uses his unique and vast insight to maximize recoveries for his clients. Anthony graduated from Florida International University with a B.A in Political Science and a B.A. in International Relations. He then completed his J.D. at Florida International University College of Law. While in law school, Anthony was a member of FIU Law Review, and he clerked for both the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Miami-Dade Public Defender’s Office.

Douglas Wilson Merrill

Elyria, OH

Attorney Douglas Merrill was born and raised in Elyria, Ohio. He is a 1992 graduate of Elyria High School. Mr. Merrill later attended Ashland University graduating with a Bachelor's of Science degree in History. In 2000 Mr. Merrill graduated from the Cleveland Marshall College of Law, and immediately began practicing in the area of Criminal Defense. Since Mr. Merrill began practicing law he has traveled to many of the Courts in the Northeast and Northwest parts of Ohio.

Lance Kuba

New York, NY

Especialista en derecho comercial Kuba tiene más de quince años de experiencia representado a instituciones bancarias, los prestamistas de la Administración de Pequeñas Negocios de ESTADOS UNIDOS, cooperativas de ahorro y crédito, bancos hipotecarios, corredores de hipotecas residenciales y comerciales, arrendamiento financiero y compañías financieras, empresas de taxi y librea, propietarios y operadores de franquicias y empresas grandes y pequeñas. Además de su pericia en las áreas de transacciones y concesión de préstamos, el abogado Lance Kuba cuenta con amplia experiencia en la representación de empresarios, organización y estructuración de entidades comerciales, negociación de convenios operativos, accionistas y los acuerdos de asociación y contratos y acuerdos laborales. Como resultado de ello, el abogado Kuba se ha ganado una excelente reputación por su trabajo en asuntos relacionados con los bienes raíces, el derecho comercial y el corporativo.

Patrick W. Cannon

Huntington Station, NY

Licensed to practice law in New York since 1985. He was a partner at Garcia & Stallone, Esq. from 1985-1996, and has been a founding partner of Cannon & Acosta, Esqs. since 1996, working as a Trial Attorney.

Jonathon Perliss

San Gabriel, CA

Jonathon Perliss is the co-founder and lead attorney of Perliss Law Firm, focusing exclusively on criminal defense. He has successfully handled hundreds of cases, including misdemeanors, serious felonies, and a wide range of complex federal matters-such as drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, and conspiracy charges. Fluent in both English and Chinese, Jonathon can effectively communicate with a diverse client base and provide culturally sensitive representation. Known for his strategic thinking and courtroom confidence, he is deeply committed to protecting his client’s rights and achieving results in both state and federal courts.