English-Speaking Attorneys

Colin F. Diamond

Naperville, IL

Colin F. Diamond is an associate attorney at Mathys & Schneid Personal Injury Lawyers. He is a lifelong resident of DuPage County and a fluent Spanish speaker. He graduated from Notre Dame Law School in 2012 and previously worked at the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office.

Kevin M. Pearl

Wheeling, WV

Kevin M. Pearl is a partner at Frankovitch, Anetakis, Simon, Decapio & Pearl, LLP. His practice is focused largely on personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death litigation. As an undergraduate, Mr. Pearl attended Wheeling Jesuit University, where he majored in Political & Economic Philosophy and received a Bachelor of Arts in 1998. He then enrolled at the University of Dayton School of Law and was awarded his Juris Doctor in 2001. He has been in private practice since then, and he has been a partner at Frankovitch, Anetakis, Simon, Decapio & Pearl, LLP, since January 2017. Admitted to practice in West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Ohio, the U.S. Districts Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Pennsylvania, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.

David C. Shapiro

Phoenix, AZ

David Shapiro, a Phoenix Business Journal 2025 “40 Under 40” honoree, is an accomplished attorney who devoted his career to representing injured people against wrongdoers and irresponsible parties. Licensed to practice in Arizona and New Mexico, Mr. Shapiro has helped countless injured clients and their families recover substantial verdicts and settlements. Immediately after graduating law school, Shapiro gained invaluable experience from a well-known firm. With his unique vision and his desire to advocate exclusively for personal injury victims, Shapiro left his distinguished position and founded what is now known as Shapiro Law Team. The award-winning personal injury attorneys at Shapiro Law Team are fierce advocates for justice with substantial trial experience and grit. They fight for life-changing results that give injured victims and their families hope for a better future. Shapiro has obtained several multi-million-dollar results for personal injury clients. In his free time, Shapiro spends time with his beautiful wife, Elizabeth, their boys, Max, Hudson, and Theo, and their dogs, Moe and Harper. He enjoys golf, wine-tasting, traveling, cooking, and watching sports. Shapiro also volunteers in the community, participates in philanthropic events, and donates to charitable causes that promote positive change.

Richard J. Presutti

Houston, TX

Richard J. Presutti is the founding attorney of Law Office of Richard J. Presutti, P.C. He has over two decades of personal injury law experience in Texas and is committed to helping clients obtain compensation. As a former insurance adjuster, he understands how insurance companies operate and prepares each case for trial.

Gloria Martinez-Senftner

Sacramento, CA

General Practice Attorney with a concentration in the areas of Immigration Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, and Business Law. Gloria Martinez-Senftner has over 30 years of trial and litigation experience and heads The Martinez Law Group. She is licensed in California, New York, Massachusetts, Texas, South Dakota, and Iowa, and is a graduate of the University of Chicago Law School.

Oscar Rene Gutierrez

Los Angeles, CA

Oscar Rene Gutierrez is a personal injury trial lawyer and founder at The Law Offices of Oscar H. Gutierrez, APC. He was licensed to practice law in 2011 and has successfully litigated numerous personal injury cases including auto, DUI, trucking, bicycle, pedestrian, and premises liability accidents. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Robert J. Walker

Cheyenne, WY

Robert (R.J.) Walker was born in Laramie and is a second generation Wyoming attorney. Upon graduating from Cheyenne Central High School in 2000, Robert completed a two year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Robert is fluent in Portuguese and can understand and speak some Spanish. Robert joined Hickey & Evans, LLP in the fall of 2010 where he primarily represented clients in the areas of personal injury, estate planning, probate, general civil litigation, business transactions, insurance defense, employment law, and appellate practice. Robert regularly appeared before state and federal courts throughout Wyoming, has successfully argued before the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals on multiple occasions, and has resolved numerous cases through the use of mediation and arbitration. Robert enjoys learning about and practicing in areas still developing within the law, such as blockchain technologies and decentralized autonomous organizations. In February of 2023, Robert became a founding member of Walker Law with his father, John.

Jackie Kruger

Beverly Hills, CA

As the principal and founder of Kruger Law Firm, Ms. Kruger brings decades of experience at litigating employment and personal injury matters. Ms. Kruger earned her Bachelors from University California, Berkeley in 2000 and her J.D. from top-rated University of Michigan Law School in 2003. She spent years successfully litigating plaintiff cases at large firms in Cincinnati and Los Angeles. In 2008 she started Kruger Law Firm in Beverly Hills and quickly grew it to a team of ten employees, all of whom are focused on fighting for fair resolutions to clients’ employment and personal injury cases. While Ms. Kruger is sensitive and approachable with her clients, she’s known as a bulldog with opposing counsel. She fights to the end to extract the maximum value from each client’s case.

Stephen Sommers

North Chesterfield, VA

Stephen V. Sommers was born at Camp Pendleton, CA, October 4, 1956. He retired from the United States Air Force at the rank of Major after 22 years flying fighter aircraft. Mr. Sommers has been admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Fourth Circuit and the Tenth Circuit and all Virginia Courts. He has extensive experience in all types of trial litigation and specializes in personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, product liability, aviation crash litigation, as well as general civil litigation in state and federal courts.

Jesse Quackenbush

Amarillo, TX

Attorney Jesse Quackenbush has over 30 years of aggressive legal experience representing clients in personal injury and criminal defense cases. He is passionate about paying attention to important details and giving people an opportunity to explain what really happened. He handles cases involving car accidents, product liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death, DWI charges, homicide, sex crimes, and white collar crimes.

Jacob Jackson

Fayetteville, GA

Jacob Jackson is a renowned personal injury trial lawyer with over a decade of legal experience, tirelessly advocating for victims of personal injury and wrongful death across Georgia. He passionately champions the rights of accident victims, achieving substantial compensation in various cases including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, slip-and-fall incidents, dog bites, and negligent security assaults. Mr. Jackson provides highly personalized, strategic counsel marked by communication, compassion, courage, and integrity, ensuring clients receive maximum compensation while maintaining credibility. His mission is to secure justice for those wronged, inspired by a personal experience with negligence.

Steven Blair

Methuen, MA

Attorney Steven Blair provides advice and representation in personal injury cases including automobile accidents, dog bites, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, and slip and fall cases. He has extensive experience in personal injury claims, having worked in the insurance industry for over eleven years before becoming an attorney. He is licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, and federal courts. He is an active member of the Lawrence Bar Association and volunteers as a tutor for English-speaking skills. He provides legal representation in both English and Spanish.

Michael D. Kelly

Boston, MA

Michael D. Kelly, the founder of Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers, combines a personal commitment to justice with deep legal expertise. With an extensive background in various legal areas, Michael leverages his comprehensive knowledge to fight for his clients’ causes, consistently securing substantial settlements and verdicts. His dedication extends beyond professional obligations; he empathizes with the challenges his clients encounter, striving to achieve transformative outcomes in their lives. Kelly compiled an excellent academic record during his three years at New England Law in Boston. He attained the Dean’s List honors each year, Dean’s Scholarship, New England Scholar Award, and served on the Law Review. He also acquired practical work experience spending time at the plaintiff’s law firm of Lubin & Meyer and the defense law firm of Foster & Eldridge. Kelly concentrates his own practice primarily on his plaintiff’s personal injury cases. He has helped to guide resolutions that have reached six-figure outcomes for his clients. In all, he has achieved settlements for his clients totaling more than $1 million. While providing zealous advocacy for clients, Kelly is also committed to the firm’s credo of client service, which includes a unique offer: a 30-day, risk-free, guarantee. In the unlikely event that a client is dissatisfied within the first 30 days, they may have their file returned to them by the firm free of charge. Kelly has always stressed the emphasis Michael Kelly Injury Lawyers personal injury lawyers places on client service. “Almost every decision we make is geared toward providing an elevated experience for our clients. Many of our clients are in pain and in need of prompt, aggressive legal support. Our clients are our number one. They always will be.” According to Kelly, this attention to client service is proving to be a successful one. While their primary focus is on the firm and its clients, Kelly says the firm is also committed to the North End neighborhood where they are located. He volunteers as youth baseball coach in the area and is also active in Neon Fest, a fundraiser organized in honor of a classmate of Kelly’s from New England Law in Boston. All proceeds from the event are used to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital.

Natalia Timmons

Miami, FL

Natalia Timmons is a personal injury attorney who has devoted her career to serving families in South Florida by providing them with sound legal advice. Ms. Timmons shows her talent since the beginning of her career where she performed research in the field of psychology. Later on, she became head student representative and promoted a bar review course among law students at Saint Thomas University. Timmons has assisted with many activities Timmons has assisted with many activities in our community, including conducting summer camp counseling sessions and helping with child behavioral issues. She has also conducted counseling sessions as a student therapist and became a hot line advisor to help clients determine whether or not they qualify for attorney services. She has been a member and held prestigious titles at many organizations such as the Florida for Women Lawyers where she became president in 2014, the Phi Alpha Delta Mentschikoff Chapter, and Criminal law Society.

Steven H. Howard

Omaha, NE

Steven H. Howard is an Attorney at Law born in Ellsworth, Kansas. A 1985 graduate of Creighton University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a 1987 law school graduate, he has over 25 years of experience. He holds one of the largest jury verdicts in Nebraska history and has helped shape laws for Nebraska children whose parents are killed on the job. He has handled complex legal cases involving various medical conditions and has tried dozens of cases in state and federal courts in Iowa and Nebraska, including several appearances before the Supreme Court. He has testified before the Nebraska Legislature’s Business and Labor Committee numerous times and presented at many legal seminars. His honors include The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Lead Counsel, and the Nebraska State Bar Association’s Visionary Award for Pro Bono Legal Services. He has also been voted Omaha’s top Workers’ Comp lawyer 4 years in a row and recognized as one of the Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Omaha in 2022. He is a member of several professional associations including the Iowa Bar Association, Iowa Association for Justice, American Board of Trial Attorneys, Omaha Bar Association, Nebraska State Bar, Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and Workers’ Injury Litigation Group.

Zachary S. Rivenbark

Burgaw, NC

Zachary S. Rivenbark is an attorney with a decade of experience in personal injury, family law, and traffic offenses, serving Pender and Duplin counties. He founded his firm in 2016. He is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, North Carolina Bar Association, and Pender County Bar Association. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for six consecutive years (2020-2025).

Justin C. Brown

Louisville, KY

Justin C. Brown is an award-winning attorney with over 20 years of experience in criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. He is licensed to practice in Kentucky state courts and Federal Court, and is a respected member of the Kentucky Bar Association and Louisville Bar Association.

Melody M. Fox

Atlanta, GA

Melody M. Fox is a seasoned personal injury attorney, devoting her entire career to helping those who have been injured because of someone else’s negligence. She has recovered millions of dollars for her clients over the years. Her passion for serving others started early in life, which led her to obtain a Political Science degree with a focus on International Relations, from the University of Washington in Seattle. After graduating, she went on to pursue her Juris Doctor at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, where she competed on the Negotiations Team. She also received the 2012 Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears Pro Bono Award for devoting the most pro bono hours in her class to serving the underserved, primarily helping victims of domestic violence obtain Temporary Protective Orders in Fulton County, Georgia. Melody learned to try cases to juries while working at one of the largest criminal defense firms in the metro-Atlanta area as a lead trial lawyer, fighting for the rights of people who could not afford an attorney. She worked at one of the largest personal injury firms in Georgia for some time but believed she could make a bigger difference with a smaller firm and offer more of a “boutique” experience to her clients, with attention to each clients’ unique needs. Ms. Fox’s focus has always been on representing the clients’ best interests and advocating on their behalf. She is licensed to practice law in Georgia. Melody lives in Decatur with her husband and law partner, Chris, and their two young children. When she’s not serving her clients at Fox Injury Law, Melody can be found traveling, hiking, or spending time with family and friends.

Trevor J. Larrubia

Stamford, CT

Trevor J. Larrubia is an Attorney specializing in personal injury and medical malpractice. He previously practiced complex commercial litigation and clerked on the Connecticut Appellate Court. He earned his J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 2019.

Miles A. Matt

Lafayette, LA

Miles A. Matt is a founding partner of Matt & Allen, established in 2008. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1979 and a law degree from Louisiana State University in 1988. He is licensed in all state and federal courts in Louisiana and has extensive trial experience. His engineering background provides a unique advantage in personal injury cases, particularly those involving the oil industry, product defects, and serious truck and automobile accidents. He has been recognized as a Louisiana Super Lawyer for several years.

W. Perry Zivley

Lufkin, TX

Perry Zivley, a Houston native, has built a distinguished legal career dedicated to representing plaintiffs in personal injury and complex civil litigation cases. He earned his B.B.A. from Southwestern University and his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 1986. Mr. Zivley's practice focuses on litigation, where his courtroom expertise and passion for justice have delivered life-changing results for his clients. He has achieved numerous victories against corporate giants and is recognized as a formidable advocate. Mr. Zivley is licensed to practice in Texas, New Mexico, and U.S. Federal Courts. He has been named to Super Lawyers (2009-2014) and Texas Top Lawyers. Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Zivley is committed to his community, serving on boards for the Alzheimer’s Association of Southeast Texas and the Open Door Mission, and is an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Houston.

Andrew E. Wallace

Bridgeport, CT

Attorney Wallace was born and raised in Newton, Massachusetts. He attended Providence College in Rhode Island, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Immediately following, he attended New England Law Boston and graduated with a Juris Doctor degree in 2008. He is admitted to practice law in both the State Courts of Connecticut and Massachusetts, as well as the United States Supreme Court. After graduating from law school, Attorney Wallace worked for a prominent personal injury firm in Connecticut for six years, representing civil litigation and workers’ compensation matters. In 2015, Attorney Wallace opened his own practice, the Law Office of Andrew E. Wallace, before merging with his former mentor and friend, Attorney Jacobs, to create the thriving firm of Jacobs & Wallace. Attorney Wallace frequently represents clients who have been seriously injured in work accidents and motor vehicle accidents, and has argued several cases at the Connecticut Appeals Court. He has been a speaker at the Connecticut Trial Lawyers’ Workers’ Compensation seminar. Attorney Wallace has always been passionate about giving back to his community, and volunteers for many charitable organizations, including Habitat for Humanity, Bridgeport Rescue Mission, and the Connecticut Food Bank, as well as the Breast Cancer Emergency Fund, and supporting our first responders during the COVID pandemic.

Andrew Felipe Garcia

East Orange, NJ

Andrew Felipe Garcia is a first-generation lawyer and Associate at Goldstein & Goldstein, LLP, handling complex personal injury cases including motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, and third-party Workers’ Compensation claims. As an immigrant, he deeply empathizes with his community and is driven by a strong sense of justice to advocate for his clients' rights, ensuring they receive fairness, dignity, and compensation. He prioritizes consistent communication and is fully invested in securing justice for the wrongs his clients have endured. He is admitted to practice in New Jersey and the Federal District Court of New Jersey, and is fluent in English and Spanish.

Jeffrey L. Polinsky

Hartford, CT

Attorney Jeffrey Polinsky has practiced law in the greater Hartford area since 1982. A graduate of Boston University and Franklin Pierce School of Law, he represents victims of accidents with injuries ranging from back and neck sprains to traumatic brain injuries. He is a member of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut, the National Head Injury Foundation, and the American Association of Justice. and Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. He currently serves on various committees of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut and has served on the Board of Directors of Asian Family Services (a non-profit social service agency focused on providing needed services to the Asian Community throughout Connecticut). Attorney Polinsky lives in Avon with his wife, Karen, and three daughters, Emily, Rachel and Samantha.