English-Speaking Attorneys

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.

Hachley Chala

Miami Lakes, FL

Hachley is a dedicated Property Damage Specialist at Redemption Law, where she plays a crucial role in assisting clients through the legal process in repairing their vehicle. With a solid foundation in client relations and legal support, Hachley is dedicated to assisting clients with property damage cases, ensuring they receive the guidance and support they need from their very first interaction with our firm.

Hayley Dodd is a Legal Nurse Consultant for the Tyrone Law Firm. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism/Public Relations from the University of Georgia (2004) and a second bachelor’s degree in nursing from LaGrange College (2015). She has 8 years of experience as a Labor & Delivery nurse and is nationally certified in Inpatient-Obstetrics and Electronic Fetal Monitoring.

Manuel Murdoch

Blackfoot, ID

Manuel Murdoch, founder of Murdoch Law Office, began his career as a criminal defense attorney in 2000. He is fluent in English and Spanish and is committed to providing exceptional representation and obtaining the best results for his clients.

Ihor is a personal injury attorney at The Sanders Law Firm. He considers the practice of law to be a calling-not just an occupation-and is driven by a strong sense of fairness and justice to represent everyday people injured in accidents. Ihor has been with the firm since 2019. He came to the United States in 2015 from Ukraine, where he was educated in law and practiced for several years. After earning a Master of Laws (LLM) from Washington University School of Law in St. Louis, Ihor worked in a New York real estate, financial lending, mortgage, and foreclosure law firm and honed his motion practice skills. His decision to shift to plaintiffs’ personal injury law, and his desire to land with a leading NY injury firm, led him to his current practice. Ihor’s background and foreign language abilities allow him to better serve the firm’s diverse client base and reduce barriers of access to legal services. In addition to practicing law, Ihor is an avid endurance athlete who has completed fifteen ultramarathons between 2018 and 2021, including finishing in the top three of several races. He also plays Spanish guitar, ballroom dances, and enjoys cycling, martial arts, poetry, philosophy, and religious studies. Ihor is married and has two boys.

Grace Wiseman

Omaha, NE

Grace Wiseman is originally from Gretna, Nebraska. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln before completing her Juris Doctor at Creighton University School of Law, where she was a member of the Moot Court Board and served as Vice President of the Animal Law Society. Grace joined Horgan Law Firm as an associate in early 2025. Her practice focuses primarily on civil litigation and business law, where she represents individuals, businesses, and organizations in a wide range of legal matters. Grace has worked on cases involving complex contract disputes, tort claims, and other contested matters in both state and federal courts. She also advises clients on various aspects of business law, including entity formation, governance, and transactional matters. Grace is dedicated to building lasting relationships with clients and guiding them through even the most complex legal challenges.