English-Speaking Attorneys

Shane Crager

Kennewick, WA

Shane Crager is an Immigration Attorney fluent in English and Spanish. He earned his J.D. from Marquette University Law School and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Brigham Young University-Idaho. His practice focuses on family-based cases, U Visas, deportation defense, asylum, and naturalization. He is licensed in Wisconsin.

Hanit Simon

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Hanit Lyla Simon is a Family & Matrimonial attorney providing legal representation in adoption, divorce, paternity, domestic violence protection, and modifications of alimony and child support. She began her career as a prosecutor and has over a decade of experience as a zealous advocate in Family Law.

Maciej B. Zebrak

Baltimore, MD

Meet Maciej B. Zebrak, a dedicated Car Accident Lawyer. Maciej B. Zebrak is a Virginia litigation attorney at Attorney Big Al- The Law Office of Richard Klein’s Richmond office, specializing in personal injury. Maciej completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). After VCU, Maciej earned his law degree from University at Buffalo Law School. Born in Poland, Maciej is bilingual, and he spent his teenage years in Northern Virginia. Maciej has considerable experience trying cases throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. He prioritizes client communication and client satisfaction. During his free time, Maciej enjoys spending time with his wife, exercising, and watching Sci-Fi movies. He is also an avid retro video game collector.

Christopher Raymond Miller

Cumming, GA

After high school, I enlisted in the Marine Corps Reserves, where I completed my active duty training prior to attending Georgia College and State University, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in History. I then pursued my legal education at Barry School of Law, where I obtained my Juris Doctor degree. In the early stages of my legal career, I served as an Assistant City Solicitor for the City of Atlanta. Upon leaving the city, I primarily focused on wills, trusts, estates, and criminal law with Hodges Law Firm, LLC before transitioning to a personal injury firms, spending the first year and a half engaged in litigation before shifting my focus to settling cases during pre-litigation. Upon rejoining Hodges Law Firm, LLC, I've concentrated my practice in the areas of personal injury, wills, trusts, and estates.

Daniel Ortiz

Miami, FL

Daniel Ortiz is an attorney with extensive experience in immigration litigation and a deep commitment to defending the rights of the immigrant community in the United States. He has worked at prestigious law firms in Miami, Chicago, and Los Angeles, representing hundreds of clients in complex cases before the Immigration Court, in appeals before the BIA, and in interviews with USCIS. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Missouri. He is a graduate of the School of Law at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (PUCPR) and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Puerto Rico. He has more than seven years of practical experience in the immigration field.

Laura Kessler Mason

Collierville, TN

Laura Kessler Mason is an attorney at The Collierville Law Firm, focusing her practice on Estate Planning, Automobile Accidents, and Slip and Fall cases. She earned her BBA from the University of Memphis and her J.D. cum laude from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis in 2009. She previously interned at Memphis Area Legal Services and defended employers in workers’ compensation cases.

Todd L. Ray

Dalton, GA

I have practiced in the North Georgia Area since 1987. I began my career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Whitfield/Murray County District Attorney's Office. I was an Assistant District Attorney from 1987 to 1992. I joined the law of McDonald, Kinnamon & Thames in Dalton, Georgia in March of 1992 as an associate. I became a partner within two (2) years. In 1997, the firm became the McDonald, Thames & Ray law office. I remained with that firm until my partner retired at the end of December of 2021. I joined the law firm of McCamy, Phillips, Tuggle & Fordham, LLP in January of2022 in an Of Counsel position. I have practiced in the areas of Domestic Relations and Criminal Defense since 1992. I also practice in Juvenile Court. In addition, I represent individuals who receive citations and are required to appear in the Municipal and Probate Courts.

Sarah L. Merkatoris

Schaumburg, IL

Sarah L. Merkatoris is an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Associate Attorney at Glasgow & Olsson, bringing sharp analytical skills, innovative problem-solving strategies, and a relentless commitment to client success in criminal and family law. She joined the firm in 2023, contributing her strategic insight to a firm known for excellence in litigation and negotiation. Sarah earned her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2022, graduating in the top 25% of her class and receiving multiple CALI Awards. Prior to law school, she built a career in supply chain management, mastering high-stakes negotiation and strategic planning. Her legal experience includes serving as a municipal prosecutor and an associate attorney at a general practice firm, handling local prosecutions, civil disputes, and administrative appeals. She has successfully litigated and secured orders of protection, won her first felony trial, and skillfully settled financially significant cases. Sarah is also a published author, contributing a chapter on defending DUI cases for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education manual. She holds a Certificate in Healthcare Compliance, providing specialized knowledge in healthcare regulations and professional licensing.

Lilit Seleck

El Segundo, CA

Lilit’s current areas of practice at Petrullo Law are wrongful death, elder abuse, neglect, professional negligence, and medical malpractice. Additionally, Lilit is an adjunct Professor of Law at the UWLA School of Law. Lilit’s professional experience encompasses positions at well-regarded law firms, such as Blumberg Law Corporation, where she advocated for plaintiffs in cases involving medical malpractice and personal injury. Following that, she accepted a position at Faser, Watson Croutch, Law, where she served as part of a medical malpractice group that defended physicians, nursing homes, and hospitals, before joining Petrullo, APC. Lilit earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree in Armenia, graduating summa cum laude. She obtained her Juris Doctor (JD) degree from the University of West Los Angeles (UWLA), graduating with three Witkin academic awards, including an award for excellence in civil procedure. At the age of 19, when she was a third-year medical student, she was invited to lecture at the nursing college. She lectured on surgical and clinical pharmacology at a medical school and nursing college in Yerevan, Armenia, and was the Medical School’s Assistant Dean of the Medical Faculty. Lilit also worked as a Clinical Documentation Implementation Specialist at Keck Hospital of USC, where she provided clinical documentation training to physicians and residents for over seven years.

Mario Sanchez

Coral Gables, FL

Mario Sanchez is an associate attorney at Friedland | Carmona, admitted to the Florida Bar in 2022. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Florida International University and earned a J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law, where he received the Director’s Book Award in Litigation Skills. Fluent in English and Spanish, he is an active member of the Miami Dade Trial Lawyers Association and the Cuban American Bar Association, focusing on client-centered representation in complex legal matters.

Monica Flores

Denver, CO

Monica Flores is a dually licensed attorney in Texas (since 2005) and Colorado (since 2020). She is also a Colorado real estate agent (since 2022). She began her career as a Bankruptcy Attorney, then worked as a Chief criminal prosecutor with the Travis County District Attorney’s Office in Austin, Texas, and later as a felony criminal prosecutor and appellate attorney in Brighton, Colorado. After nearly 18 years in prosecution, she pivoted to construction and real estate law. She is bilingual (English/Spanish).

Draper T. "Toby" Rodriguez

San Antonio, TX

Draper T. 'Toby' Rodríguez is the managing attorney for the Lubbock and Abilene offices, specializing in workers' compensation law. He earned his B.A. from McMurry University in 1999 and his J.D. from Texas Tech University School of Law in 2003, and has over 20 years of experience in Texas Workers' Compensation.

Gerald J. Schorr

Philadelphia, PA

Gerald Schorr, known as "Jerry," is a partner exclusively practicing family law since 1984. He co-chairs the Firm's Family Law/Domestic Relations group, handling negotiation and litigation of complex family law issues, including business valuation in equitable distribution and international custody disputes.

Michel Shenouda is dedicated to helping clients navigate the legal process and receive proper compensation for their injuries, treating each case with diligence and care. He values connecting with clients and maintaining open communication. Michel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Pacific Union College and a Juris Doctorate degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. He is fluent in English and Arabic, is a native of Egypt, and immigrated to the U.S. for his education. He enjoys working out, staying healthy, and spending time with family and friends. He is licensed to practice in California and Texas and works in the San Diego and Riverside offices.

Tal Hassid is one of the founders of eAccidents. He is an established attorney who has been practicing law since 2009. He studied at Pepperdine School of Law for 4 years after graduating from UCLA with Summa Cum Laude honors. Hassid built the eAccidents firm as a technology-based law firm to ensure their clients get the maximum compensation possible. He works hard each day to make sure all their clients are satisfied with the results.

Nick Homan

Houston, TX

Nick Homan has dedicated his career to representing individuals who have been injured or wronged. He emphasizes personal connection with clients and has extensive experience in complex civil litigation, including various accident types, products liability, and civil rights violations. Licensed in Texas and California, he has successfully secured significant jury verdicts for his clients.

Dmitri N. Chtyrev

Alton, IL

Dmitri N. Chtyrev is an attorney at Westside Injury Lawyers, a firm with decades of legal experience, combining aggressive representation with a client-centered approach. The firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for injured clients and is recognized for outstanding service and top-rated legal reviews.

Jorge Ayala

San Diego, CA

Jorge Ayala has worked in personal injury for roughly twelve years and has assisted with all aspects regarding personal injury claims. Jorge brings with him expertise in maintaining client relationships and following up on their medical care as well as obtaining relevant medical records and bills. Jorge speaks fluent Spanish and is originally from Tijuana Mexico, as he regularly provides case status updates in English and Spanish. When he is not assisting clients and helping his team at Batta Fulkerson, you can find Jorge helping his friends behind the scenes in the Latin music industry.

Ilona Shtark

Brooklyn, NY

Ilona Shtark is an Attorney at Law admitted to practice in New York State and licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Florida as a Home Loan Consultant. She holds an LLM from St. John’s University School of Law and is a member of the New York Bar Association. Ilona specializes in Family Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and mortgage-related matters. Born in Ukraine and raised in the United States, she is fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, conversational Polish, and English.

Jimmy J. Rodriguez

Hanford, CA

Born and raised in Hanford California, Jimmy J. Rodriguez’s roots run deep in the Central Valley. After graduating from Hanford High School, Jimmy would attend the University of California at Santa Barbara where he earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Law and Society. After graduation Jimmy decided to get his teaching credentials from Chapman University in the disciplines of English and Social Sciences. Jimmy would then go on to receive his Juris Doctorate from San Joaquin College of Law. Upon graduation he was one of Founder Michael A. Dias’ initial hires and has witnessed Dias Law Firm go through a tremendous amount of growth as he continues to provide legal analysis and assist in consultations for the firm focusing on Personal Injury Law, Criminal Law and Civil Litigation. 'I place my value as an attorney in helping people.'

Richard P. Bogetich III, known as Tre, is an attorney at Bressman Law Office, applying tenacity and a strategic mindset to advocate for individuals injured due to negligence. He holds a Juris Doctor from Ohio Northern University - Pettit College of Law, an MBA, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Heidelberg University. He is a member of the Columbus Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association and has basic fluency in Japanese.

Rachael C. Ausherman

Palmdale, CA

Rachael grew up in the Antelope Valley and received her bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the University of Antelope Valley in 2013. Along with her husband Dave, they are raising a family in Palmdale. They are animal lovers and rescued a brindle Labrador Retriever, Millie, from our local shelter. Rachael is the newest member to Team Trevino but is no stranger to the personal injury field. She has been serving the Antelope Valley community since 2013. Rachael’s mission, both professionally and personally, is to promote strong relationships through communication and empathy.

Aryan Amid

Chatsworth, CA

Mr. Amid was raised in Los Angeles, and is bilingual in Farsi and English. He studied business economics at California State University of Northridge, and then went to Abraham Lincoln School of Law to obtain his Juris Doctorate degree. Mr. Amid has extensive experience in many industries and capacities of business, including automotive rental and sales, clothing manufacture and design, and eCommerce through online marketplaces. He has dealt with matters involving intellectual property issues, business litigation and disputes, contract formations, large value credit card dispute defense and insurance matters. Mr. Amid further has experience in account reinstatement and suspension matters through the various marketplaces, and can help online merchants strategically resolve disputes regarding their account status. Mr. Amid recognizes that Amazon Sellers regularly feel like they are walking on thin ice and are in fear of Amazon violations, complaints, and suspensions. With the background of being a seller on Amazon and like sites, Mr. Amid provides legal service to Amazon sellers to analyze and address these matters, including pursuing lost profits caused by a wrongful violation or suspension.