English-Speaking Attorneys

Michaela Coughlin

Chicago, IL

Michaela Coughlin is an Associate Attorney focusing on personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. She earned her J.D. from Suffolk University Law School in 2022 and her B.A. from Miami University in 2019. She is admitted to practice in Illinois.

Nicholas M. Alcock is an Arizona native and the President and Sole Managing Partner of Alcock & Associates, P.C. He received his law degree and MBA from Arizona State University and his bachelor's degree from the University of California at Santa Barbara. He was admitted to the Arizona State Bar in 1998 and practices in Arizona and Virginia. He has over 20 years of experience in legal practice.

Frederick A. Neustein

Aventura, FL

Frederick A. Neustein, a Miami native of 48 years, has been a licensed attorney in the State of Florida for 23 years. He worked for twelve years in the Mortgage Banking Industry for various Institutional Investment Banks, serving as Vice President and counsel for American Residential Equities (ARE). He was also a Director at Madison Capital Group and a commercial real estate lender at Heller Financial and Ocwen Financial Corporation.

Marie A Cappuccio

Cherry Hill, NJ

A trained mediator, Marie has successfully completed courses at the Harvard Law School Program of Instruction for Lawyers and The Institute for Dispute Resolution at Seton Hall University School of Law. She has been an adjunct professor, teaching law school courses in Alternative Dispute Resolution and Interviewing and Counseling. With family roots in Hammonton, New Jersey, she serves as 'of counsel' to the law firm of Cappuccio & Zaorski, LLC.

Lizett Molina

Renton, WA

Lizett has 17 years of personal injury experience with exceptional pre-litigation and litigation skills. She was raised in San Diego, California. Her passion to help people makes her a strong advocate for our clients. In her free time, Lizett enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Victor Martinez

Miami, FL

Victor Martinez was admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico in 2005. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Puerto Rico and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics from the Mayagüez Campus of the University of Puerto Rico. He worked for 20 years for private companies in Puerto Rico and later as a solo practitioner dedicated to Immigration Law and Small and Medium Businesses. He is an experienced attorney with strong business acumen and effective negotiating skills. He is a member of Puerto Rico Bar Association and is fluent in Spanish and English.

Adam Ripple

St. Cloud, MN

Adam is a Shareholder who practices in the areas of Condemnation & Eminent Domain, Environmental Law, Government Law, and Real Estate Law. Adam serves as the current President & Managing Partner of the firm. Adam’s leadership skills extend beyond his role at the firm, as he’s known as someone his clients can count on for his ability to navigate tough situations and to make difficult decisions. From addressing an agitated crowd at a public meeting to navigating a complex zoning process to advance a client’s development, Adam excels at navigating situations with candidness, decisiveness, and follow-through. Adam’s approach is to roll up his sleeves and tackle the job head-on.

Carlos Ramirez is the Head of Family Law, dedicated to guiding families through legal challenges with compassion and expertise. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of South Florida in 1985 and his Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law in 1989. Carlos spent 22 years at Escobar, Ramirez, & Associates, PA, where he established the firm’s family law practice. He is actively involved in the Hillsborough County Bar Association and the Family Law Inns of Court, and is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. Carlos has received a five-star rating from AVVO for his achievements.

Fernando Fernandez

San Antonio, TX

Mr. Fernandez is a licensed Mexican attorney, certified as Foreign Legal Consultant by the State Bar of Texas. With more than 20 years of experience, he has helped Hispanics in the United States dealing with legal matters in their countries of origin. He’s an advocate for human rights and is devoted to help those who are underserved. Fernando Fernandez was born in Guanajuato, Mexico and is the only son of Claudio and Blanca Fernandez. He graduated from the Universidad Panamericana and holds two master’s degrees, one in Development, Innovation and Change from the University of Bologna, in Italy and a second one in Global Affairs from New York University (NYU). Mr. Fernandez speaks Spanish, English, Italian and French and is a certified translator in Mexico. Prior to join the firm, he worked for the United Nations in Rome, Italy; for the city of Irapuato in Central Mexico, as well as for the state of Guanajuato, where he specialized in assisting migrants from Mexico and Central America. Mr. Fernandez private practice in Mexico includes, family, civil, migration, and employment and labor law. Additionally, he has experience in corporate law and has been involved in the development of international projects.

Michelle R. Fishman

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Michelle R. Fishman is a dedicated family law attorney focusing on divorce, paternity, marital and paternal settlement agreements, domestic violence injunctions, adoptions, and post-judgment modifications. She is a first-generation American and fluent Russian speaker, bringing a unique cultural perspective to her work.

Stanley Boukanov

Silver Spring, MD

Stanley Boukanov is a Senior Paralegal who speaks Russian and English. He handles all aspects of case files prior to litigation, focusing on maximizing client compensation for vehicle damage and personal injuries. He has over seven years of experience in personal injury claims with the firm and provides leadership in case management. He also served as a Russian interpreter for US Forces in Kosovo.

Nathan A. Shoff

Rochester, NY

Nathan compassionately assists clients facing the inevitable challenges of aging, sickness, and death, by counseling clients on how to put the best estate plan in place for their needs. He provides guidance on estate plan forms, fiduciary appointments, and property beneficiaries. Nathan also counsels clients on public benefits for long-term care, navigating Medicaid rules to preserve assets. He assists fiduciaries with estate administration after a loved one's passing.

Scott S. Ives

Sterling, VA

Scott S. Ives is a top-rated lawyer in Northern Virginia with over 35 years of legal experience. He has successfully represented clients in the Washington, DC area, including large companies and private individuals. He has clerked for federal judges and has experience working for the federal government, large corporations, and private law firms. He actively litigates cases in state and federal courts in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.

Mai Huynh

Quincy, MA

Boston Real Estate Attorney Mai Huynh is a partner at the firm and concentrates her practice in residential and commercial real estate including financing, leasing, acquisitions and sales. She also focuses on helping small to mid size businesses with formation, including Incorporations, LLC, LLP. Attorney Huynh also focuses on family based immigration, helping families unite by adjusting their status and obtaining a Green Card to become a legal permanent resident of the United States.

Ryan Farner is a Senior Attorney in Kanner & Pintaluga’s Personal Injury Litigation Practice Group. Ryan has well over a decade of experience as an attorney and ten years of experience as a trial consultant. This combination has given him the ability to achieve favorable outcomes for clients in even the most complex matters. Ryan received a B.A. from Purdue University. He completed his J.D. at Indiana University.

Brian Craft

Tyler, TX

As a founding partner, Brian Craft offers Findlay Craft a unique and accomplished perspective on litigation in the state and federal courts of the Eastern District of Texas. Mr. Craft has practiced law in East Texas for almost three decades as both a transactional and trial attorney and brings to every case a wealth of knowledge and experience earned both in the courts and among peers. With a reputation as an insightful, intelligent, and meticulous attorney, Mr. Craft has an exceptional command of case law and extensive knowledge of the surrounding areas and their laws, practices and procedures. Mr. Craft provides Findlay Craft with the resources required to litigate local matters and complex international cases with equal measures of expertise and effectiveness. His practice focuses primarily on trial law in the areas of patent litigation, employment, and commercial litigation. As the Eastern District of Texas has one of the largest patent dockets in the entirety of the United States’ judicial system, Mr. Craft has accrued significant and singular experience with local counsel representation of internationally recognized companies. While Mr. Craft’s concentration on patent litigation provides clients and national counsel unparalleled insight into the Eastern District of Texas, he is also admitted to practice in the Federal Courts for the Northern, Western, and Southern Districts of Texas. In the area of employment law, Mr. Craft primarily represents employers in all manner of employment litigation and is a skilled advisor concerning clients seeking to prevent litigation. As a commercial lawyer, Mr. Craft has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in issues involving governmental civil rights, contracts, real estate, and wills and estate disputes. Mr. Craft’s transactional background covers a broad and varied range of matters, including contracts, real estate, and wills and probate.

Jack Spalding

Houston, TX

Jack is determined to fight for injured clients to put money back in their pockets. He graduated from the University of Houston Law Center in 2018 and passed the Bar that same year. Jack started his career as an attorney at another prestigious plaintiff’s personal injury firm, and has only ever represented injured plaintiffs. Through his experience, Jack has resolved millions of dollars’ worth of cases for injured individuals against all manner of defendants. In his off time, Jack enjoys spending time with his wife and writing fiction.

Anthony R. Vellner

Bethlehem, PA

For over three decades, Tony Vellner has represented injured workers with integrity and persistence. His work is grounded in a simple belief: people deserve fair treatment when they’re hurt and trying to recover. A Coast Guard veteran and lifelong Pennsylvanian, Tony brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to every case. He’s known for being accessible, honest, and fiercely committed to his clients.

Kristi Hyatt Brumfield

Midland, TX

Kristi is a shareholder in the Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Section. She is Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. She is licensed to practice in all Texas State Courts and the United States Supreme Court.

Cursten Taylor

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Cursten Taylor is an associate Personal Injury Protection attorney at Demesmin and Dover. He earned his Juris Doctor at Florida International University’s College of Law and was admitted to the Florida Bar in April of 2024. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of South Florida. While in law school, he worked as an English Instructor at North Miami Beach Senior High School, where he was able to help shape young minds and set an example as a role model for students who were interested in law. When Cursten is not zealously advocating for his clients, he enjoys reading, watching sports, and spending time with his family.

Inez de Ondarza Simmons

Raleigh, NC

Inez de Ondarza Simmons is the founder of de Ondarza Simmons, PLLC. She provides legal services in civil litigation, business and real estate litigation, estate planning, eminent domain, and local counsel in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina. Licensed since 2005, she is fluent in German and English. She earned her JD from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2005 and a BS from Penn State University at Harrisburg in 1994.

Wallace Huali Shi

Lynnwood, WA

Wallace Huali Shi is an associate attorney at Lee & Lee, PS. He is licensed to practice law in New York and the People’s Republic of China. His practice focuses on employment and immigration-based immigration. Prior to joining the firm, he served as Project Manager in two of China’s top immigration agencies and as in-house counsel for an EB-5 Regional Center. He also worked as an assistant attorney with Zhong Lun Law Firm, focusing on international equity investments and private equity funds.

Graham F. Baird

Philadelphia, PA

Managing Attorney of the Employment Department with over 20 years of experience. He is a seasoned trial attorney practicing in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, and civil rights claims. He is recognized in The Best Lawyers of America for Labor and Employment Litigation and has 5 stars on Avvo.com.