English-Speaking Attorneys

Janet Booker

Dallas, TX

Janet Booker was born in London, England. She graduated from Wiley College and received her JD from Southern Methodist University School of Law. For over 24 years, Janet has represented injured and disabled people in hearings throughout Texas. She currently handles Social Security disability claims nationwide. Her passion is working with Echidnas, a social skills group for young adults with autism.

Pablo E. Castellanos is an Associate Attorney at Rafi Law Group, dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for his clients with high communication, honesty, integrity, and empathy. He earned his law degree from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2020. Prior to joining Rafi Law Group, Pablo gained extensive litigation experience at a worldwide employment defense firm, which now enables him to vigorously advocate for injured victims. Outside of work, Pablo enjoys golfing, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with loved ones.

Dean Gronemeier

Las Vegas, NV

Dean Gronemeier is a Criminal Defense Lawyer with a unique background as an accomplished percussionist and educator. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from The University of Arizona and a Juris Doctorate from the William S. Boyd School of Law (2001). He has been practicing criminal defense law in Nevada since 2002, representing thousands of clients in cases including DUI and battery domestic violence. He has also served as Judge Tempore in Las Vegas Municipal Court.

Michelle Roth

Culver City, CA

Michelle brings over 21 years of expertise in crafting persuasive demand letters that secure favorable outcomes for our clients. Her deep knowledge of personal injury law and her ability to clearly and convincingly present our clients' claims have made her a critical part of the team. Michelle’s writing not only reflects her skill but also her commitment to ensuring justice for those we represent.

Thomas J. Martin

Nashua, NH

Attorney Martin is a seasoned trial attorney and a former Middlesex County Prosecutor. He has successfully tried over 100 cases in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, with most of his work in the Middlesex, Essex and BMC courts. Attorney Martin has been practicing Law since 2006, handling OUI, drug, domestic violence and assault charges among other crimes in Massachusetts courts. During initial consultations with his clients, he thoroughly examines the case details, identifies potential defenses and weaknesses in your particular case. Leveraging his experience as a prosecutor, Attorney Martin often achieves results others may not even have thought possible. He has earned the reputation of a tenacious advocate for his clients, always working on his cases as if they were his own. Attorney Martin is a compassionate, responsive Attorney, who keeps his clients fully informed, and always answers any questions a client may have in a timely manner. Attorney Martin practices with an unwavering commitment to his clients and enjoys achieving the very best possible result for every single client he works with.

Xheni Ristani

Las Vegas, NV

Xheni Ristani is a first-generation immigrant from Durres, Albania, who has lived in Las Vegas since 2001. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and her Juris Doctor from the William S. Boyd School of Law in 2019 on a full academic scholarship. While at Boyd, she was a member of the Nevada Law Journal for two years. Xheni initially joined De Castroverde Law Group as a law clerk in 2018 and later rejoined as an attorney, leveraging her experience in defending large corporations to help clients achieve fair compensation for their injuries. She is fluent in English and Albanian and enjoys traveling, hiking, and supporting sports teams.

Maria Cristina Gonzalez is an experienced Of Counsel Family Law Attorney specializing in domestic violence, divorce, paternity, timesharing, child support, and adoption matters. She is a member of the Florida Bar since 2002 and is known for her compassionate and client-focused approach.

Brittany Petrillo Fisher

Pennsauken, NJ

Brittany Petrillo Fisher is an attorney licensed in Pennsylvania (2021) and New Jersey (2023). She earned her law degree from Temple Beasley School of Law, where she served as an editor for the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal and completed Temple’s Integrated Trial Advocacy Program. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Templeton Honors College of Eastern University with a BA in History. Before becoming an attorney, she was a staff attorney at HIAS Pennsylvania and an associate in KPMG Philadelphia’s International Tax Department. She also previously worked as a paralegal for Petrillo and Goldberg and taught English in Spain.

Gabriela "Gaby" Alanis

McAllen, TX

Fiercely competitive, Gaby likes to joke that it only took her 2 ½ years to finish law school, while it took the rest of the team three. Born and raised in Laredo, Texas, Gaby pursued her undergraduate and law degrees at the University of St. Mary’s in San Antonio. Aside from successfully completing law school in 2½ years, Gaby also impressively worked over 100 pro bono hours during her first and most demanding year of law school, volunteering at the St. Mary’s Immigration Clinic. Gaby’s passion for advocacy led her to the Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office, where she served as a First Chair Assistant District Attorney in the 275th Judicial District Court. After her work with the District Attorney, Gaby transitioned to civil defense, specializing in defending medical professionals, including representation before the Texas Medical Board and in overpayment audits. In her free time, Gaby enjoys all things true crime and spending time with her husband and two boys.

Kelly B. Crockett

Columbia, MD

Kelly B. Crockett is an Associate Attorney at Nagle & Zaller, P.C., specializing in community association law, construction law, civil litigation, real estate, land use, corporate law, contract law, commercial law, and creditors' rights/collections. She has extensive experience in Maryland foreclosures and Sheriff's sales. She is licensed to practice law in Maryland.

Katelyn R. Becker

Coon Rapids, MN

Katelyn Becker joined Midwest Disability LLC in 2017 and has dedicated her practice to workers' compensation litigation as well as short term and long-term disability disputes. She has experience representing injured employees in mediation, administrative conferences, hearings before a Compensation Judge and the Minnesota Supreme Court. Katelyn enjoys connecting with her clients and advocating for the benefits they deserve. She finds a collaborative approach and open communication keys to effective representation. Katelyn enjoys spending time her husband, daughter, and two dogs. They love boating, fishing, and going for bike rides.

Mike P. Vespa

Wheaton, IL

If you seek an attorney with a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success, Mike Vespa is the ideal choice. With years of experience handling criminal and civil cases throughout Illinois, Mike has successfully defended clients in various legal matters, from traffic violations to serious criminal charges. Mike's legal expertise extends to civil matters, including divorce, child custody, and collections cases. He has also successfully handled civil and felony jury trials in state and federal courts and argued before various administrative agencies, including the Illinois Liquor Commission and Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission. Mike Vespa has been practicing law since 2009 and has a wealth of experience arguing cases throughout the state of Illinois. His criminal experience ranges from defending traffic tickets to murder charges and his civil experience ranges from collections to divorce and child custody matters. He has handled civil and felony jury trials in both state and federal courts. In addition to Illinois trial courts, he has successfully argued before the Illinois Liquor Commission, Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission, Illinois Appellate Court, and the United States District Court. Outside of the courtroom, Mike is currently a councilman for city of Peoria, he has also served as Traffic Commissioner for the City of Peoria, as an elected precinct committeeman, and on the board of directors for the Twin Towers Condominium Association. In his free time, Mike likes watching his Chicago White Sox and Bradley basketball and spending time with friends and family including watching his sister Maggie report for NBC News. Mike is licensed to practice law in all Illinois courts, the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, which covers the states of Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Additionally, he was licensed pro hac vice to conduct a federal jury trial in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri. He's a member of the Peoria County Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and American Bar Association.

Cookie Navarro

Tucson, AZ

With over 15 years experience with our firm, Cookie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to your case. Cookie earned her Associated Degree in Paralegal Studies from Pima Community College. In addition to her paralegal duties, Cookie is our office bookkeeper and is fluent in Spanish.

Donald J Dowling, Jr

Alpena, MI

Donald J Dowling, Jr has been a practicing attorney for the past 31 years. He specializes in Criminal law, State work, Workers' compensation, Personal injury, Divorce, Driver's license restoration, Property and real estate law. He is willing to schedule appointments after hours and on weekends.

DEANNE GRAY

Mt. Pleasant, SC

Deanne Gray is an Associate Attorney at Cobb Hammett, practicing family law. She received her B.A. in History/Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh and her J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law. She interned with the Pennsylvania Superior Court and the United States Attorney’s Office. After relocating to Charleston, she clerked for Judge William L. Howard, Sr. on the South Carolina Court of Appeals and served as an Assistant Solicitor for the Ninth Judicial Circuit. In Fort Worth, Texas, she was a Prosecuting City Attorney and an Assistant City Attorney. Upon returning to South Carolina, she became the Managing Attorney for the South Carolina Department of Social Services in Dorchester County before joining Cobb Hammett in 2022. She is licensed in South Carolina and the U.S. District Court District of South Carolina.

Meredith A. Shuford

Shelby, NC

Meredith A. Shuford is a Family Law Attorney in Lincolnton, NC. She served as a District Court Judge in Lincoln and Cleveland Counties for fourteen years. She obtained certification as a Juvenile Court Judge in July 2012. She is certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission to conduct mediations of Equitable Distribution and other Family Financial Cases in District Court Actions. She graduated from NC State University with a BA in Communications and Cum Laude with a Juris Doctor from NC Central University in 1997.

Gary Collins

Springfield, MO

Gary L. Collins is a long time Springfield resident. His family owns a local restaurant that is a staple of the community. He is a graduate of Kickapoo High School. He studied Political Science and International Relations at Missouri State University, graduating in 1997. After college, he contemplated a master's degree in international relations but ultimately was called to his passion for law. He attended the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Law, where he graduated near the top of his class, earning various awards in Property Law. He was an editorial member of the Urban Law Journal. After graduation he worked at the Missouri Public Defender's office, where he was able to try multiple cases from misdemeanor charges all the way up to more serious felonies. He eventually moved to private practice where he concentrated on representing individuals in a wide variety of practice areas including family law, civil law, criminal defense, and juvenile law.

Parker Caruthers is an attorney who graduated from Clements High School in 2012. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Texas Southern University in 2017 and his Juris Doctor from Thurgood Marshall School of Law at TSU in 2021. He won the Helen Dawn Williams Mock Trial competition and interned at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office before joining Caruthers Law Firm in 2021. He is an avid sports fan and dog owner.

Sean C. Johnson

Nampa, ID

Sean has served the community in a variety of legal areas including representing the disabled as well as serving the people of Idaho as a deputy prosecutor. Today, Sean primarily represents those who have been involved in work accidents as well as those who have been injured in automobile accidents. Sean enjoys fighting for the individual by stepping into their shoes and standing against big insurance companies, making sure his clients get a fair and just outcome for their case.

Alexander Gonzalez, a Case Manager at Gonzalez Law Firm, developed a passion for law in high school. He began studying Business Administration with a focus on accounting at Oklahoma Wesleyan University after graduating high school in 2017, and continues his studies at Seminole State. He joined Gonzalez Law Firm upon returning to Florida. In early 2020, he co-founded a digital advertising agency, where he serves as Vice President. At the firm, Alexander provides legal support in Social Security Disability and Personal Injury, handling disability appeals, medical records, and client communications.

Founded by Attorney Frank Carrizoza, Carrizoza Law is rooted in the Maryvale, Arizona community. Frank's journey into law was driven by a desire to provide legal representation, especially as one of the few bilingual attorneys in the state. He is committed to meeting personally with each client and has represented hundreds of families across Arizona in personal injury and criminal defense matters.