English-Speaking Attorneys

Sophia Meruvia Brewer

Ridgeland, MS

Sophia received her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from The University of Mississippi School of Law in 2025. Sophia received her undergraduate degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from The University of Mississippi, where she was a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority. Sophia is a native of Philadelphia, Mississippi and in her free time enjoys spending time outdoors and travelling. She is admitted to practice in all Mississippi state and federal courts.

Gabriella Malloy is a proud Army veteran's wife and mother of 2 children from the Northern Virginia / Washington D.C. area. She graduated with a Bachelor of Communication from George Mason University and a Juris Doctor from American University Washington College of Law. She gained experience in substantive legal writing and personal injury forensic expert as a legal analyst and then attorney at Aperture LLC. Ms. Malloy also worked at a small law firm specializing in personal injury cases. Ms. Malloy is currently a Pre-Litigation Attorney at Glen Larson Law.

Isabelle Kruse

Andalusia, AL

Isabelle Kruse graduated from the University of North Georgia in 2018 and Cumberland School of Law in 2022. She joined The Powell Law Firm in 2023, practicing in family law, criminal defense, and complex civil matters.

Laura Engelking

Sarasota, FL

Laura Liuba Engelking is a skilled Closing Specialist at Mallard Perez, PLLC, with 6 years of experience in the legal field. Throughout her career, Laura has honed her critical thinking abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail to effectively assist clients. Laura has demonstrated a commitment to professional development and personal growth, utilizing her bachelor's degree in business administration from Keiser University to enhance her performance within the firm. Furthermore, her prior military experience has instilled in her the values of focus and teamwork, making her a valuable member of the firm. Laura possesses proficiency in three languages: English, Russian, and Polish. This multilingual ability ensures effective communication and assistance to clients from diverse backgrounds. During her leisure time, Laura enjoys creating beautiful memories with her teenage daughter and spending quality time with her dogs, finding solace in the love and companionship they provide.

Daniela Del Valle

Louisville, KY

Daniela Del Valle was born in Tabasco, Mexico and lived there throughout her childhood. Dany graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 2008. She traveled and lived in several other cities throughout Mexico for her job to include Merida, Queretaro and Campeche. In 2014 Dany met her husband, Derek while he was vacationing in Mexico and they married in 2015 and moved to Jeffersonville, Indiana. Dany began working at Bolus Law Offices in 2016 and has continued to learn about the legal field and teach her co-workers many new things while expanding their Spanish vocabulary. Dany is fluent in Spanish and English and her duties as a law clerk include maintaining the office files, organizing the incoming daily mail, requesting medical records and other office duties. In her spare time Dany loves to spend time with her husband, family and friends. She also enjoys going to the lake in the summer, reading and attending local theatre.

Michael Vega

Hoover, AL

Michael Vega, born and raised in Athens, Alabama, is an attorney who was the first in his family to attend and graduate from college. He earned a Bachelor's in Political Science and a minor in History from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a JD from The James E. Rogers College of Law at the University of Arizona, specializing in Immigration Law. He gained practical experience through the Community Immigration Law Placement Clinic (CILPC) and internships with local immigration attorneys. Growing up in an immigrant family, he has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by the migrant community and is committed to advocating for them.

Deidra started with the firm in 2006 as a receptionist. Her cheerful attitude and caring nature make her a great Case Manager. While she didn’t ever see herself working in the legal field, she couldn’t imagine doing anything else! Deidra was born in Kermit and raised in Pecos. She even married her long-time sweetheart. They are the proud parents to their daughter Camila and their furry, four-legged princess pup named Khloe. She’s always up for an adventure. In her spare time she loves shopping, BBQ get-together with family, & kickboxing at 9Round. You can expect to see her in the office wearing a Cowboys jersey every Friday during football season!

Matthew L. Skinner Jr.

Rapid City, SD

Matthew L. Skinner Jr. is the oldest of nine children, born and raised in South Dakota. He plans to stay in South Dakota to grow in his practice, and to start and raise a family in this beautiful State. Although he is a newer attorney, he has worked at the firm on and off for many years, he has worked at the public defender's office in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and has grown up with the law always being a topic of conversation in his household. Matt Jr. decided to become an attorney because, being the oldest in his family, he was always looking out for his siblings and he figured that he would make a career out of looking out for those who do not have anyone to look out for them concerning the law. Matt Jr. wants to be the guy that worries about his clients issues so they can continue to live their lives without having to worry.

Diana Rodriguez

Newark, NJ

Diana Rodriguez is an administrative assistant with over 5 years of experience in clerical roles. She joined the firm in March 2025 bringing with her the discipline and diligence acquired from her years with the United States Marine Corps. Diana is bilingual in Spanish and English, which helps her assist with communication and office operations. With her experience in administrative support and a degree in Human Resource Management, she handles a variety of office tasks and helps ensure things run efficiently. She is especially keyed into a holistic approach to client services.

Elizabeth Catalan

Duluth, GA

Elizabeth Catalan is a Case Manager at Slam Dunk Attorney with four years of experience assisting clients through their legal process. She is committed to providing compassionate support and ensuring clients feel informed and valued every step of the way. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she effectively communicates with a diverse range of clients to better serve their needs. Elizabeth is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Political Science at Georgia Gwinnett College. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and dogs. Dedicated to continuous learning, she strives to provide the highest level of service to her clients and firm.

Marianna Shafir is a Senior Associate at Avenue Law Firm, focusing on real estate transactions in New York and New Jersey. Before becoming a part of Avenue Law Firm, Marianna gained valuable experience working at BNY Mellon, Invesco, and Smarsh. In addition to her corporate background, Marianna has served as an adjunct professor at New York Career Institute, where she taught Real Estate Law and Law Office Management courses. Marianna holds a Juris Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. She is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and a contributor to various online publications.

Nicole Aguirre

Winston-Salem, NC

Nicole Aguirre has been a legal assistant for the firm since 2020, with over 15 years of experience in the legal field. She specializes in disability cases, primarily assisting in the appeals process for disability benefits cases by meeting with clients, collecting evidence, and filing appeals. Nicole is bilingual (English and Spanish) and is passionate about providing quality, substantive assistance to the legal team and the community they serve.

Jonathan is a graduated lawyer from the Autonomous University of Quintana Roo with Latin Honors acknowledgment (Cum Laude), achieving several courses and diplomas related to his profession, such as a diploma in Oral Trials in the New Accusatory Criminal System, a diploma in Civil and Mercantile Procedural Law, a diploma in Real Estate Law, and many others. He has worked in the State Judicial Council and has more than five years of experience in civil, criminal, and litigation processes. Jonathan is passionate about Notarial Law and an expert in administrative processes in government agencies.

Mariana is a law graduate from the Modelo University in Yucatán. Mariana has completed multiple law courses related to Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, Notarial Law, Bank trust courses and other related matters. Mariana has more than 5 years of experience in Corporate Law and Real Estate Law. She also has more than three years’ experience in Notarial Law.