English-Speaking Attorneys

Ryan Wham

The Woodlands, TX

Ryan Wham’s practice focuses on personal injury claims and business litigation. Before joining Wham & Rogers™, Ryan worked at one of the world’s largest law firms, where he litigated nine- and ten-figure complex commercial disputes in U.S. courts and in international arbitration. His experience includes disputes involving accounting fraud, consumer credit reporting, trade secrets theft, liquidated and delay damages under construction contracts, and oil-and-gas joint operating agreements.

Antonio Linares

Aurora, CO

Antonio Linares is an Attorney dedicated to pursuing justice for those in need, specializing in personal injury and consumer class actions. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2017 and Harvard Law School in 2021. He is admitted to practice law in Colorado (state and federal courts) and handles cases in both English and Spanish. He previously worked as a Guardian ad Litem in Florida and at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office on the Human Trafficking and Child Protection Unit.

Jared C. Glugeth

Hoboken, NJ

Jared C. Glugeth is a partner and trial attorney at Glugeth & Pierguidi, P.C., licensed in New York and New Jersey. He handles a wide variety of personal injury cases and has resolved several multimillion-dollar cases. He was selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars List for six consecutive years.

Alek Hernandez

Dallas, TX

Languages: English, Spanish; Areas of Practice: Personal injury, civil litigation; Education: St. Edward's University

Miguel A. Ruiz

Chicago, IL

Miguel A. Ruiz is a trial lawyer with a proven track record of obtaining significant recoveries for his injured clients. He primarily practices in medical negligence but also handles cases involving wrongful death, nursing home neglect, motor vehicle accidents, and trucking accidents. His background in medical negligence provides him with a superior understanding of injuries. Miguel is fluent in Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with non-English speaking clients. He is a past President of the Society of Trial Lawyers and has served as an adjunct professor of law and a frequent lecturer on legal topics.

Javier A. Finlay

Las Vegas, NV

Javier Finlay is a formidable litigator and partner at The Personal Injury Pros, with over 15 years of experience dedicated to personal injury claims. Licensed in Florida and Nevada, he is committed to championing the rights of injured individuals and securing fair compensation for them. He is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Mr. Finlay is highly acclaimed, recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a Lawyers of Distinction honoree since 2019, and a member of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite. He is actively involved in professional associations including the American Bar Association, Cuban American Bar Association, and Dade County Bar Association.

Michael R. De La Paz

San Antonio, TX

Michael R. De La Paz is a San Antonio personal injury lawyer who has represented accident victims for over twenty years. He started his firm, the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, in 1996 and has devoted himself to pursuing justice for thousands of injured clients. He is licensed in all state and federal courts in Texas, and has represented clients throughout the United States and Mexico.

William J. Bribriesco

Bettendorf, IA

William J. Bribriesco is an attorney specializing in Personal Injury, Nursing Home Negligence, and Medical Malpractice. He graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.B.A. in Finance and Financial Economics and a J.D. in 1980. He served as an Assistant County Attorney from 1981-1984 and has dedicated over 35 years to representing victims. He is bilingual and has served on the Board of Governors for the Iowa Association for Justice.

Edwin Grey Wicker

Greenville, SC

Grey passed away suddenly as a result of a cardiac event on Wednesday, May 10th. Professionally, Grey served as a law clerk to the Honorable Roger L. Couch in the Seventh Judicial Circuit for one year before going into practice with Mike Spears of Michael E. Spears, PA, in 2008. Grey joined Parham, Smith & Archenhold’s Spartanburg Office in 2017. While practicing many facets of the law, Grey focused his efforts on pursuing the legal rights of his clients in civil, medical malpractice, class action and trucking accident litigation. Grey committed his career to protecting his clients’ interests while zealously representing them and counseling them through the difficult litigation process. Grey received an “AV” rating as a Preeminent Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell. A Spartanburg native, Grey received a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics with a minor in Music from Davidson College before receiving his Juris Doctor, Magna Cum Laude, from The Charleston School of Law in 2007. During his tenure at the Charleston School of Law, Grey served as the Quality Control Editor of the Maritime Law Bulletin. Additionally, Grey served as the Chairman of the school’s Honor Counsel for two years and on the Judiciary Committee, tasked with writing the school’s honor code. While achieving great success in his legal career, Grey also contributed to his community in many ways. Grey was Chairman of the Board of Directors for Mobile Meals of Spartanburg County beginning in June, 2015. He was also Founder and Director of Public Relations for The Hub City Hog Fest, a charity BBQ competition in downtown Spartanburg, established as a benefit for Mobile Meals of Spartanburg County and raised over $200,000.00 for Mobile Meals in its first four years. While we could continue with Grey’s accolades and achievements, we know that his greatest legacy is his family. Grey could not have been more proud of his beautiful wife, Amanda, and their two young children.

Ava L. Zelenetsky, Esq.

White Plains, NY

Ava L. Zelenetsky, Esq. is the founder of Zelenetsky & Associates, P.C., a personal injury law firm in White Plains, New York. She graduated from Pace University School of Law in 1999 and was admitted to the New York State bar the same year. Ms. Zelenetsky also attended Queens College (C.U.N.Y), graduating magna cum laude with highest honors in English. Her legal career began in insurance defense, which now enables her to successfully negotiate with claim representatives and defense attorneys. She is recognized by Super Lawyers and has received multiple other awards.

Heather McCollum Harvey is an attorney at Isaacs & Isaacs, specializing in personal injury, car accidents, and mass tort cases. She graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 2001 and earned a Communications degree from the University of Kentucky in 1998. Heather is licensed in Kentucky state and federal courts, including the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, and is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and Kentucky Justice Association. She was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star from 2013-2016. With a background representing large insurance carriers, she now brings her grit and skill to advocate for individuals impacted by negligence.

Fred Willumsen

Houston, TX

Fred Willumsen is a Board Certified Texas Personal Injury Trial Lawyer with almost 30 years of experience. He represents victims and their families harmed by reckless and careless individuals and businesses, focusing on wrongful death and serious injury cases caused by 18-Wheelers, commercial trucks, drunk drivers, and child abuse/neglect at Day Care. He is dedicated to ensuring clients are fully and fairly compensated through investigation, evidence collection, and prosecution of civil cases, including jury trials if necessary.

DeVun Stovall

Atlanta, GA

Attorney DeVun Stovall, J.D., joined The Millar Law Firm in August 2024. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Kennesaw State University and his Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center. He has a rich background in law, including internships at Fulton County Superior Court and Knowable, and five years at Bush & Miller, Attorneys At Law, PC, handling personal injury, criminal defense, probate/estate law, and civil litigation.

Gavin P. Kassel

San Bernardino, CA

Gavin P. Kassel, a graduate of University of West Los Angeles School of Law and UC Santa Cruz, joined the firm in November 2012. He serves 'Of Counsel' in association with McCune Law Group. Gavin is the youngest member of the multi-generational Kassel/Katz family of local attorneys, bringing legal talent and compassion to clients. He assists those injured due to another's fault or taken advantage of, particularly in employment discrimination, workplace retaliation, and wrongful termination. He is recognized as a ThreeBest Rated Employment and Medical Malpractice Lawyer in San Bernardino.

Patrick Cadiz

Portland, OR

Patrick Cadiz is an attorney with over 25 years of legal experience, specializing in personal injury and auto accident cases. He earned his JD from Cardozo School of Law in 2000. He has experience as both a plaintiff's trial lawyer and an insurance defense attorney, and served as a law clerk for the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. He is fluent in Spanish and admitted to practice in all Oregon state courts and the U.S. District Court, District of Oregon.

Matthew Andrade

Methuen, MA

Matthew Andrade, Esq. is an attorney at Perrault Blair Law Group specializing in personal injury litigation, including auto and motorcycle crashes, construction site injuries, medical malpractice, and product liability. He has successfully handled numerous cases at trial and appellate levels in Massachusetts, securing substantial settlements and verdicts. He is admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and the U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts. He earned his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School and B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He has been recognized by his peers as a 'Massachusetts Super Lawyer' (Rising Star and Super Lawyer) and is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys. He provides legal representation in both English and Spanish.

Robert E. Somogyi

Orange Village, OH

Robert E. Somogyi joined the firm in 1993 and has developed a reputation for compassionate and effective representation of his clients' interests. His experience lies primarily in the areas of domestic relations, personal injury and criminal defense. Rob continues to win praise from his peers through outstanding trial work and superior negotiation in the resolution of difficult disputes. His efforts have provided his clients with great success and generated praise in courtrooms throughout Northeast Ohio. Rob has recieved numerous awards over the past several years as a result of his efforts and dedication to his client's needs, including an Avvo Client's Choice Award and has also earned the designation of SuperLawyer.

Eric Kirkpatrick

Houston, TX

Eric Kirkpatrick is an attorney licensed in Texas and New York, specializing in litigation. He graduated from South Texas College of Law in 2004. He has extensive experience in diverse areas of law including personal injury, securities litigation, and construction disputes. Since 2014, he has worked with Jim Walker, successfully trying jury and non-jury trials in state and federal courts. He is a member of several legal associations including the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and the Houston Bar Association, and volunteers for legal clinics.

Anthony Atala

Miami, FL

Anthony Atala is a highly skilled attorney with extensive experience handling a broad range of insurance claims. After spending more than a decade defending insurance companies and their policyholders, he joined Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers to represent individuals who have suffered injuries. A Miami native and first-generation Cuban American, Anthony attended the University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. During his time at UF, he was actively involved in Student Government, the Hispanic Student Association, and Hispanic Heritage Month. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law in Orlando, where he served as a teaching assistant in Contracts and was a member of the Student Bar Association and the Hispanic Law Student Association. During law school, he also worked as a real estate law paralegal, gaining valuable legal experience. Upon graduating, Anthony founded his own law firm in Central Florida, where he specialized in personal injury and family law. In 2011, he returned to South Florida and joined a small law firm, focusing on personal injury cases. The following year, he transitioned to insurance defense, representing insurance companies and their policyholders. He began his career in insurance law at a regional firm before moving on to two of the largest insurance defense firms in the state. Over the next decade, he handled complex personal injury cases and first-party insurance claims, ultimately overseeing numerous high-stakes cases for major insurance providers. In 2024, drawing on his extensive knowledge of insurance law, Anthony shifted his focus to representing individuals injured due to the negligence of others. He now handles cases involving car accidents, premises liability, and slip and fall injuries. His deep understanding of the insurance industry allows him to strategically navigate claims and achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. Beyond his legal practice, Anthony is deeply committed to serving his community. He is a member of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Audit and Budget Committee and previously served on the Miami-Dade County Community Council. Additionally, he is an active member of the Cuban American Bar Association, where he was recognized as a LEADS Class 2 Fellow and named New Member of the Year in 2024. He is also a member of the Miami Lakes Bar Association and the Hispanic American League Against Discrimination (SALAD). Anthony is a licensed real estate broker and has served as a continuing education instructor for insurance adjusters. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida.

David Yadidi

Encino, CA

Mr. Yadidi is an award-winning personal injury lawyer licensed in California, Nevada, and Florida. He won’t stop fighting for you until getting the maximum compensation, there are no fees unless you win! Mr. Yadidi recently succeeded in recovering over $100 MILLION for injury victims including a ($2.1 Million) settlement, ($1 Million) Judgement, and ($16 Million) Motorcycle Fatality Case. Mr. Yadidi is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of California, and American Association for Justice.

Christopher Sharpe has been the head of his law firm since 1980. Chris has always specialized in L&I and Personal Injury law. He joined The Walthew Law Firm as Of Counsel in 2008. Chris is helpful, honest, and knowledgeable about both workers’ compensation and personal injury law in the State of Washington. He is a proven winner, exclusively representing the little guy against the Department of Labor and Industries and self-insured corporate giants. L&I and insurance law is complex and difficult to understand. Chris provides free information to assist you, so you can understand the law and how it affects your life. Chris is an advocate for access to justice for the injured worker, the guy who deserves to know about the system that has come to dominate his or her life. Chris writes extensively about navigating L&I and insurance law claims. He provides this information for you free of charge.

Fulvio A. Picerno

Newark, CA

Fulvio A. Picerno has been practicing Personal Injury Law for over 20 years, representing individuals seriously injured due to the fault of others in cases including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, slip/trip and fall accidents, and dog bites. His prior experience as a Defense Attorney for insurance companies provides a unique advantage in analyzing claims and strategizing litigation to maximize client compensation. He has managed and resolved hundreds of personal injury cases, successfully mediating, arbitrating, and trying cases in San Francisco and the East Bay.

Justin D. Feldman

Woodland Hills, CA

Justin D. Feldman is a Senior Partner specializing in personal injury litigation, particularly for police officers, firefighters, and their families. He joined the firm in 2006 and has secured numerous million and multi-million dollar results for clients. He is recognized by The National Trial Lawyers and is a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

John S. Bingham (in memoriam 1952-2022) was a Board Certified Civil Trial Specialist with over 44 years of legal experience. He served as Assistant District Attorney in Sullivan County, Tennessee, and was a partner at Hawkins, Bingham & Miller since 1994. He focused his practice on medical liability, motor vehicle liability, and asbestos cases. He received Martindale Hubbell's highest rating (AV) since 1994 and was recognized by SuperLawyers, The National Trial Lawyers, and Marquis' Who's Who.