English-Speaking Attorneys

Tom Gardner

Roseland, NJ

Tom Gardner is a Senior Counsel with extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, having litigated cases from inception to trial in state and federal courts. His expertise includes commercial contracts, construction, real estate, business torts, licenses, and leases, as well as arbitration and administrative courts. He began his legal career at Winston & Strawn LLP and worked for commercial litigation boutique firms in New York City. Prior to joining the firm, he served over two years as Senior Counsel in the Commercial Litigation and Real Estate Division of the New York City Law Department, handling construction disputes, including multi-million dollar cases.

Andrick Lewis

Winter Park, FL

Andrick Bernard Lewis is a trial-focused attorney at Payne Law, PLLC, representing policyholders in first-party property insurance disputes and individuals in personal-injury matters. A Titusville native who completed primary school in Miami, Mr. Lewis graduated from the University of Central Florida, where he served as Student Body Vice President, and earned his J.D. from the University of Florida Levin College of Law, where he was Vice President of the UF Law Trial Team. Mr. Lewis began his career advocating for indigent clients as an Assistant Public Defender, trying multiple cases to verdict without a jury-trial loss. He then joined Florida’s largest insurance-defense firm, representing multiple carriers in first-party property and personal-injury claims, and later spent more than seven years at the nation’s largest personal-injury firm representing homeowners and injured people. At Payne Law, Mr. Lewis continues to litigate personal-injury and property-insurance cases, with a primary focus on losses involving fires, pipe leaks, animal damage, hail, windstorms, and hurricanes. He leverages experience from both sides of the aisle, meticulous case preparation, and steady courtroom judgment to pursue the benefits clients are owed.

Bryan Festa

Winter Park, FL

A Florida native, Bryan brings disciplined advocacy and cross-sector experience to Payne Law, PLLC. He earned a B.S. in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida with focused study in legal studies and emergency management, achieving Dean’s List honors and engaging in community service as a member of Phi Delta Theta. He then attended Florida State University College of Law, where he served on the Editorial Board of the Florida State University Law Review and gained practical experience through multiple internships and as a Certified Legal Intern with the Office of the Public Defender. After law school, Bryan returned to Orlando as an Assistant Public Defender, vigorously protecting the rights of individuals within the criminal justice system. He later joined one of Florida’s largest defense firms, representing insurers and corporate clients in insurance coverage and bad-faith matters-experience that sharpened his understanding of carrier strategies and claim valuation. In 2018, driven by a commitment to pursue justice for the community, Bryan shifted his practice to champion the rights of policyholders-individuals, families, and businesses-engaged in disputes with their insurance carriers, including denied or underpaid claims. He continues that work at Payne Law, where he focuses on first-party property insurance disputes with a steady, client-centered approach.

Corey Justus

Winter Park, FL

A lifelong Orlando resident, Corey Justus represents policyholders in high-stakes first-party property insurance disputes. After earning both his B.S. in Accounting & Finance and his J.D. from Florida State University, Mr. Justus returned home to begin his career as a prosecutor at the Orange County State Attorney’s Office. There, he tried numerous cases to verdict and developed the courtroom judgment and advocacy skills that continue to anchor his practice. Mr. Justus later joined one of Florida’s largest defense firms, litigating on behalf of insurers and corporate defendants in complex claim disputes. That defense-side experience gives him a practical, inside view of carrier strategies-insight he now leverages for homeowners and businesses. In 2019, he transitioned to the plaintiff’s bar, focusing on first-party property losses involving pipe leaks, windstorms, hurricanes, and other covered perils, and he has advocated for clients whose claims were denied or underpaid. At Payne Law, PLLC, Mr. Justus is dedicated to securing accountability from insurers and recovering the property-insurance benefits his clients are owed. Proud to serve the community where he grew up, he brings disciplined preparation, clear communication, and a trial-ready approach to every matter.

Pritpal Singh

Winter Park, FL

Pritpal Singh is a senior attorney at Payne Law, PLLC, where he represents homeowners, businesses, and community associations in first-party property insurance disputes-particularly claims that have been denied or underpaid. Born in India and raised in New York, Mr. Singh earned his undergraduate degree from St. John’s University (Queens) before relocating to Florida to obtain his J.D. from St. Thomas University School of Law. While in law school, he worked at a plaintiff-side property insurance firm, an experience that cemented his commitment to advocating for policyholders. Since then, Mr. Singh has devoted his career to holding insurance companies accountable, navigating an evolving Florida insurance landscape that often favors carriers. He has helped thousands of clients restore their homes and businesses to pre-loss condition across a wide range of covered events, including water damage, hurricanes, hail, and pipe breaks. Clients value his thorough case development, practical strategy, and relentless pursuit of the benefits owed under their policies.

Alex Gharapetian

Encino, CA

Alex has always had a unique passion for the law. While at Southwestern Law School, Alex was able to complete his studies in just two years rather than the traditional three years, as he graduated from the accelerated JD program. In addition, Alex spent his free time as an active participant in both the Small Claims Clinic and the Expungement Clinic, where he was able to give back and help underserved communities. Over the course of his legal career, Alex has worked for a handful of different law firms in Southern California gaining invaluable experience in the fields of Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. Alex enjoys helping people from all walks of life fight for what is right. With his aggressive and relentless approach, Alex is often times able to help bring comfort for people in their most difficult times. Alex is someone you want on your team!

Allen R. Telgenhof

Petoskey, MI

Allen R. Telgenhof joined Molosky & Co. in January 2023, specializing in trial work and litigation. He previously served as the elected prosecuting attorney for Charlevoix County for ten years and has extensive experience in various areas of law.

Ian L.M. Durdle

San Francisco, CA

Ian joined Tenant Law Group in July 2025. His practice focuses on helping tenants recover monetary damages caused by the egregious behavior of landlords, guiding clients from the initial stages of their case through resolution through negotiations, mediation, and trial if necessary. Ian brings over five years of experience advocating for tenants across the Bay Area, with a strong focus on protecting vulnerable communities and pursuing justice through negotiation, litigation, and administrative proceedings. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Davis School of Law, where he was President of the King Hall Negotiations Team. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from the same university. He has been licensed to practice law since 2019. Prior to joining Tenant Law Group, Ian worked at several law firms in Santa Barbara, where he handled complex civil litigation, including commercial real estate disputes and breach of contract cases. He also provided support to institutional clients such as the Regents of the University of California as a litigation contractor.

Jason A. Todd

San Antonio, TX

Jason A. Todd is a former prosecutor with decades of trial experience in Family Violence and Vehicular Crimes. He served 11 years in the Bexar County Criminal District Attorney's Office, where he supervised a District Court in the Family Violence Unit. His experience spans Juvenile, White Collar/Public Integrity, DWI/Vehicular Crimes Task Force, and the Criminal Trial Division. Prior to law school, he taught high school social studies for 5 years and worked as a junior high director for 2 years. He interned at various legal offices including the United States District Court Western District of Texas, the United States Attorney's Office Western District of Texas, the Texas Attorney General's Office, and the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund. He joined the Bexar County Criminal District Attorney's Office in 2010 and has trained law enforcement and prosecutors.

Attorney Christian A. Straile at Full Focus Law believes in developing a one-on-one relationship with each of our clients. He is committed to providing personal attention to client needs, combining professionalism, proficiency, and experience with a compassionate yet aggressive approach. Practicing since 2003, Mr. Straile feels a professional and personal obligation to provide exceptional legal representation. He focuses on trial law, specializing in DUI, traffic, criminal, domestic violence, injunctions, automobile accidents, family law (including divorce, custody, paternity, modification, domestic violence, injunctions, child abduction, division of assets, and parenting plans), business law, and other civil litigation. He handles all levels of criminal offenses and related issues from investigation to verdict and appeal. Mr. Straile is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Florida Bar, and a past treasurer for the Eighth Judicial Circuit Young Lawyers Division.

Pablo S. Lopez’s journey to becoming a personal injury attorney is deeply tied to the borderland community he calls home. Born in El Paso and raised in Ciudad Juárez, Pablo has always been inspired by the resilience and strength of the people in this unique region. His path to law began during his high school years at Cathedral High School in El Paso, where he developed a passion for advocacy and justice. Since the summer of 2017, Pablo has been a part of Scherr & Legate, PLLC, starting as a file clerk and growing into his current role as an associate attorney. Over the years, he has gained hands-on experience in all aspects of personal injury law, from drafting motions to supporting trial preparations, always with a client-centered approach. A graduate of the University of Houston Law Center, Pablo excelled academically as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Consumer & Commercial Law and as a leader within student organizations. Sworn into the Texas Bar in October 2024, he is now dedicated to representing individuals and families who have suffered from serious injuries or loss.

Tiffany Wong

Lake Worth, FL

Tiffany Wong is an Associate in GFM’s Class Action Practice Group, resident in the New York office. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, where she received academic scholarships and multiple CALI Excellence for the Future Awards. Her practice focuses on intellectual property litigation, particularly copyright, and she also has experience in corporate and humanitarian immigration law.

Jonas Bastien

Lexington, KY

Jonas Bastien is an attorney whose practice focuses on healthcare regulatory, transactional, and corporate law, as well as active litigation in state and federal courts. He graduated from the University of Louisville with a B.A. in political science in 2018 and received his J.D. from the University of Kentucky Rosenberg School of Law in 2021. At UK, he served as president of the Student Bar Association, contributed to The Kentucky Journal of Equine, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Law, and founded the Bourbon Legal Society. He has been recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and “Ones to Watch” by Best Lawyers in America in 2024 and 2025. He is licensed in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Eastern and Western District of Kentucky.

Monique Ann Olson

Nashua, NH

Massachusetts, Attorney Monique A. Olson is a former NH Superior Court Assistant County Attorney. She has sworn to protect the United States, and New Hampshire Constitutions, and as a former prosecutor, she understands and scrupulously honors her duty to protect the rights of those accused of crimes. All defendants in criminal cases are presumed innocent, and the State bears the burden to prove the accused’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. For those seeking criminal defense strategies and representation at affordable rates, Attorney Olson provides a free consult and operates under a result oriented, client satisfaction philosophy for those seeking justice. As a former Superior Court Prosecutor, Attorney Olson has the experience, the expertise, and the diligent commitment necessary to defend her clients zealously within the bounds of the law.

Kevin Sisco

Totowa, NJ

Kevin Sisco focuses his practice on Criminal defense, Labor law, Education law, and Real Estate law. He has successfully defended numerous criminal defendants in state and municipal courts. Mr. Sisco also routinely defends teachers facing accusations from the Department of Children and Families and those regarding their Teaching Certificates before the New Jersey Board of Examiners. He graduated from Suffolk University Law School in 1990 and Union College in 1997, and was admitted to the New Jersey Bar and Federal District Court of New Jersey in 1990.

Natalia Ribas serves as a Personal Injury Legal Assistant at the Law Offices of James A. Welcome. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Law and uses her understanding of civil and common law systems to improve case management and client communication. Having resided in the U.S. for five years, Natalia is fluent in Portuguese and English, serving a diverse client base with clarity and professionalism.

Talia Nicoghosian

Burbank, CA

Talia Nicoghosian is a co-founding and co-managing partner at KCNS Law Group, LLP. She began her career in insurance defense, then attended law school, graduating with high distinction and honors. She specializes in Workers’ Compensation, Family Law, and Personal Injury, advocating for clients in complex litigation.

Michael Papson is an experienced Criminal Defense Trial Attorney with an impressive track record representing clients arrested for Felonies, Misdemeanors, DWI, Domestic Violence, and other criminal charges. He provides top-notch legal representation in negotiations, court hearings, and trials, having litigated cases in Queens Criminal Court. Mr. Papson also has extensive knowledge of criminal and immigration issues. A graduate of Touro Law School, he has dedicated his entire career to fighting for his clients as a Criminal Defense Trial Attorney.

Abraham Banks

Gainesville, FL

Abraham Banks is an attorney and the Ocala Office Manager at Allen Law Accident & Injury Lawyers. His full biography is not yet available.

Alejandra M. Gonzales

Jacksonville, FL

Alejandra Gonzales is an associate attorney at Ansbacher Law. She assists homeowner and condominium associations throughout Florida with general matters, including covenant and bylaw enforcement, legal opinions, and contract reviews.

Sage Thibodeaux

Lake Charles, LA

Sage Thibodeaux is from Alexandria, Louisiana. She graduated from Tulane University in 2006 with a B.A. in English & Latin. She then taught high school English in an urban minority school district in Baltimore, Maryland as a member of Teach for America. She graduated from Louisiana State University Law School in 2012, where she was an officer in the Public Interest Law Society & a National Moot Court Semifinalist.

Brandon Schwarzentraub is an associate attorney at Guest & Gray, practicing in civil litigation and probate law. He holds dual master's and Juris Doctor degrees from Texas Tech University (2012) and previously worked for the Kaufman County Public Defender’s Office. He is also a licensed patent attorney.

Sarvi Safai is an immigration attorney working as of counsel with Kazerouni Law Group, APC. She received her law degree from California Western School of Law and her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine. She is licensed in New Jersey and admitted to the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR). She is fluent in Farsi and Arabic.