English-Speaking Attorneys

Michael Pieknik

Louisville, KY

Michael Pieknik is an attorney at Isaacs & Isaacs, with extensive trial experience in personal injury law. He earned his J.D. from Wayne State University and a degree from Michigan State University. Michael is admitted to practice in Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, as well as federal courts. He spent over a decade as an insurance defense lawyer, rising to partner, before joining Isaacs & Isaacs to represent injured individuals. His practice areas include wrongful death, truck crashes, motorcycle wrecks, car accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and dog bites. Michael is a graduate of the Gerry Spence Method and is a member of the State Bar of Indiana, State Bar of Michigan, Michigan Association for Justice, and Polish American Legal Society. He has successfully tried two cases in 2025.

Paul J. Kubinski

El Paso, TX

Mr. Paul Kubinski is the founder and managing partner of the firm. He has been practicing law in the borderland for over 45 years and has been Board Certified in Family Law since 1988. Paul graduated from Texas Tech University with a Law Degree and as two year chess champion in 1978. From 1978 -1979, Paul acted as Assistant District Attorney prosecuting family cases. Since then, he has been in private practice primarily handling Family Law, Probate, Criminal, Personal Injury, and Real Estate cases. Paul enjoys swimming, playing chess, and is an active member of his church. He is well known in the community for his sense of humor. He has been happily married to Kathleen Wergin for 45 years and loves spending time with his three sons and two grandchildren.

Cristina Santiago

Las Vegas, NV

Cristina Santiago, born and raised in Puerto Rico, obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Puerto Rico, School of Law in 2012, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus. Since 2018, she has exclusively practiced Immigration Law, with expertise in complex family and humanitarian-based immigration, criminal analysis, appeals, and deportation defense. Prior to joining De Castroverde Accident & Injury Lawyers, she worked at immigration law firms in Miami, Florida, and Dallas, Texas. Cristina is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Puerto Rico Bar, and is fluent in Spanish and English. She is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of immigrants seeking legal assistance.

James D. Thrasher

Mansfield, MA

Attorney Jim Thrasher has practiced law in Massachusetts since 1983, handling thousands of cases. He began his career as a bar advocate criminal defense attorney and has handled trial and litigation matters in various District, Superior, and Probate Courts throughout Massachusetts and at the U.S. District Court in Boston. He has handled over five thousand real estate transactions and has experience with products liability and negligence actions. He is also an inventor and co-owns Reach The Beach, Inc.

Jessica Zink

Phoenix, AZ

Jessica Zink’s practice focuses on personal injury, wrongful death, third party liability, insurance bad faith, insurance coverage disputes, premises liability, dram shop, negligent road design and government claims, including claims against various cities in Maricopa County. Jessica is passionate about fostering close working relationships with her clients, offering compassionate and zealous legal representation. She has litigated complex civil litigation cases and does not shy away from a challenge. She has successfully litigated claims in Maricopa County Superior Court, Pinal County Superior Court, Pima County Superior Court, Yuma County Superior Court, and in the U.S. Federal District Court, District of Arizona Jessica grew up in St. Louis, Missouri, received her B.A. from the University of Missouri, and went on to receive her law degree from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law.

Benjamin D. Swanson, Esq.

San Jose, CA

Benjamin D. Swanson is the founding attorney of Swanson Law Group, dedicated to helping injured individuals achieve justice and maximum compensation. Since 2010, he has recovered over $100 million for clients and is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is known for his relentless and strategic approach against insurance companies.

Ian Chaikin

Melville, NY

Ian Chaikin is the founding member of Chaikin Trial Group, licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. He is known for aggressive litigation, securing multi-million dollar recoveries, and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer and a member of the Million-Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish.

Maria C. Jaime

Sacramento, CA

Maria Jaime has been an attorney with Curtis Legal Group since 2006, focusing her practice on representing clients injured in traffic accidents of all kind. Maria has worked in the legal industry since 2003, working as a pro bono attorney with California Rural Legal Assistance, a non-profit organization that provides free legal services to California’s rural low-income families and senior citizens. As the daughter of migrant farm workers, she spent her childhood in a farm labor center in Ceres, California; she continues to give back to those less fortunate on a regular basis. Knowing that an entire community has placed its trust in her, she works tirelessly to provide exceptional service. The first Latina lawyer to join Curtis Legal Group, Maria has been a successful personal injury lawyer handling cases involving auto accidents, truck accidents, off-road vehicle accidents, and accidents resulting from defects in property, such as trip and fall cases. She also represents the families of victims involved in wrongful death cases, aggressively fighting for the rights of grieving families.

Stephen K. Nordyke

Butler, MO

For over 43 years, Stephen K. Nordyke has devoted his entire legal career to representing individuals and families whose lives have been upended by serious injuries. Since founding Nordyke Law Offices in 1983, he has built a reputation for relentless advocacy and proven results, securing top compensation for his clients with personalized, results-driven representation. Steve’s unwavering commitment to justice and client success has earned him recognition among the top 5% of attorneys in Missouri and Kansas, being named a Super Lawyer by KC Magazine.

Carla DiMare

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Carla DiMare is an experienced civil trial attorney admitted to practice in Massachusetts and California. She handles a variety of cases including personal injury, police misconduct, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, business disputes, sexual assault, defamation, First Amendment cases, whistleblower cases, and Title IX issues in educational institutions. She has represented high-profile clients and victims without financial resources. Ms. DiMare is also a trained mediator and serves on the County of San Diego Law Library Board of Trustees and the Board of Directors for the Graves’ Disease and Thyroid Foundation.

Chloe Martinez

Houston, TX

Chloe Martinez is an Immigration Attorney with The Gonzalez law Group, PLLC. During her time in law school, Chloe was a teaching assistant in the Immigration and Human Rights Clinic. Chloe also obtained her civil litigation certificate and graduated with Pro Bono Honors. Chloe learned the art of advocacy through her time as Vice President of the Mock Trial team while competing in several competitions throughout the state of Florida. After passing the Florida Bar and before making immigration law her primary focus, Chloe practiced first party property with Florida’s largest insurance defense firm. Chloe was born and raised in McAllen, Texas and is fluent in English and Spanish. She obtained her undergraduate degree from St. Mary’s University and her master’s degree from the University of Texas- Pan American. A product of immigrant parents, Chloe’s interest in immigration law stems from witnessing the different struggles her parents, as professionals in their home country of Mexico, experienced coming to the United States to provide their family with better opportunities. She now strives to advocate and fight for those that emigrate to the United States in search for better opportunities. In her free time, Chloe enjoys staying active, reading, online shopping and spending time in McAllen with her family.

Marc P. Lyons

Key West, FL

Marc P. Lyons is the managing partner at Florida Keys Injury, specializing in personal injury cases including car, moped, scooter, motorcycle, pedestrian, trucking, cycling, Uber, Lyft accidents, negligent security, and wrongful death. He has recovered millions for accident victims and is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator. Mr. Lyons is recognized as a Top Young Attorney by Wall Street Journal & Miami Magazine, a Top Rated Personal Injury Lawyer by Daily Business Review, Florida Legal Elite, and a Super Lawyers Rising Star. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2004.

Gregg M. Goldfarb

Miami, FL

Gregg M. Goldfarb is a Florida attorney with over three decades of experience in civil litigation, focusing on personal injury, mass torts, defective products, insurance, civil rights, whistleblower, and public interest cases. He has prosecuted nearly 7,500 legal cases, recovering millions for clients. Gregg hosts the 'Cut to the Chase: Podcast' and is a strong advocate for the disabled community, having served as president and director for the South Florida Center for Independent Living. He also founded Clean Miami River, an environmental nonprofit group.

Ivan J. Rodriguez

New York, NY

Mr. Rodriguez is a 1996 graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice with a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice. He graduated from Hofstra University School of Law in 2001. He worked as an investigator for two years before law school and joined this firm in 2003. He has handled a wide variety of cases including automobile accidents, construction accidents, trip/slip and falls, dog bites, and negligent security cases, and also litigates matrimonial and family law cases. He is a member of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, the New York State Bar Association, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. He is fluent in Spanish.

Candy Camarena

Yuma, AZ

Candy Camarena, the founder of Camarena Law, is a highly respected and dedicated attorney with a proven track record in personal injury law. He has been protecting clients since 1989, representing over 25,000 clients throughout his career. He is known for his commitment to justice, personalized approach, and compassionate legal care.

Marion R. Lawler III

Brownsville, TX

Mr. Lawler was raised in the Rio Grande Valley. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Southwestern University in 1987, and went on to obtain his law degree from St. Mary’s University in 1990. He has been practicing in the Rio Grande Valley for over 30 years, first as a partner with Sweetman, Skaggs & Lawler in Brownsville, Texas, and then as a partner with the firm of Gonzalez Palacios, LLC in McAllen, Texas before founding Lawler • Leandro in 2010. Mr. Lawler has tried over 150 cases to defense verdicts, including all types of personal injury cases from disputed backs to wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases. Mr. Lawler has successfully tried cases in Cameron County, Willacy County, Hidalgo County, Starr County, and Webb County. Mr. Lawler has been Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by The Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 2000. Since 2003, his peers have repeatedly elected him as a Texas Monthly magazine “Super Lawyer.” In 2005, he was elected by his peers into the American Board of Trial Advocates. Mr. Lawler has worked hard to earn the respect of the adversaries he practices against, as well as the judges that he practices before. Mr. Lawler reads, writes, and speaks Spanish fluently. Mr. Lawler defends all types of personal injury matters and is currently focusing his practice on Medical Malpractice Defense.

Russ E. Robbins

Boca Raton, FL

Russ E. Robbins is the founding attorney at the Law Offices of Russ E. Robbins. He has been a dedicated Boca Raton personal injury attorney for over 20 years, representing injury victims and their families. He has helped numerous clients achieve successful results and attain compensation for lost wages and suffering. Russ focuses exclusively on personal injury cases, allowing him to quickly settle many car accident cases. He possesses extensive knowledge of personal injury law and experience with complex car accidents and injury claims.

William L. Reinig, Jr.

Kennewick, WA

Bill Reinig is a co-founder of Reinig, Barber & Henry, highly rated by Martindale-Hubbell. He is a member of the American Bar Association and American Trial Lawyers Association, and has served on various Washington State Trial Lawyers Association committees. He is licensed to practice in Washington and Oregon, as well as Federal District Courts in both Western and Eastern Districts of Washington.

Jessie Serna

San Jose, CA

Jessie Serna is a renowned personal injury attorney and car accident lawyer who has been practicing civil law in Santa Clara County, California since 1980. She is bilingual (Spanish) and has a strong track record, including winning a landmark California Supreme Court case. She is a graduate of San Jose State University and Golden Gate Law School. Ms. Serna is a former president and current member of the Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association and La Raza Lawyers Association for Santa Clara County, and has served on the Board of Governors for the Consumer Attorneys of California. In 2008, she was recognized as 'Best Personal Injury Attorney in Santa Clara County' by San Jose Magazine Reader's Choice.

Elizabeth Estrada, Esq.

Miami, FL

Elizabeth Estrada is a Partner at Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, P.A. she represents clients in the areas of Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice Claims, Products Liability, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Insurance Coverage Disputes, Negligent Security, Wrongful Death, Catastrophic Injuries, Nurse Home Negligence, Workers' Compensation Claims, Longshore, and Harbor Act Based Claims. She has obtained several million-dollar settlements, judgments, and jury verdicts on behalf of her clients. She is a member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum and The National Trial Lawyers (Civil Plaintiff Top 40 under 40 and Top 100 Trial Attorneys in 2019). Ms. Estrada received a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Miami in 2010 and her Juris Doctor degree from Nova Southeastern University, Shepard Broad Law Center in 2014. She is a Miami native and is fluent in English and Spanish and also been admitted to practice at the U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida.

Collin Maley

Ridgeland, MS

Born in Jackson, Mississippi, Collin Maley’s practice focuses on state workers’ compensation claims and civil litigation with an emphasis on motor vehicle / auto accidents. He is also a mediator that focuses on workers’ compensation. Collin is licensed to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court of the Northern District of Mississippi, United States District Court of the Southern District of Mississippi, the Mississippi Supreme Court, and all state courts in Mississippi.

Joe Lopez

El Paso, TX

Joe Lopez is an El Paso native and dedicated personal injury trial attorney with over 20 years of experience. He obtained his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law and a bachelor’s degree from St. Edward’s University. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer (2019-present), a Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum member, and a National Trial Lawyers Top 100 attorney. He focuses on catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, securing significant recoveries for his clients.

Adam Gilberg

Philadelphia, PA

Adam Gilberg is an attorney at Liss & Marion, P.C., specializing in personal injury claims and Social Security Disability benefits. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Bucknell University and a law degree from Drexel University. Adam is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is actively involved in the Philadelphia community, serving on the board of the Golden Slipper Camp and as a member of the Human Needs and Resources committee.

Daniel E. Jenkins

Boise, ID

Dan Jenkins is a shareholder of Litster Frost Injury Lawyers. Dan grew up on a farm in Kuna, Idaho, and has always called the Treasure Valley his home. He graduated cum laude from Boise State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy and received his Juris Doctorate at the University of Idaho, College of Law, with an emphasis in Litigation and Dispute Resolution, where he received Dean’s List recognition. Dan received the “Pro-bono Above and Beyond” Award for his dedication and service to pro-bono clients and cases through the General, Family Justice, and Mediation Clinics and served as a small claim’s mediator in Latah County. It was those trials, cases, class classes, and mediations that confirmed his desire to be a fierce advocate for victims. Prior to law school, Dan began working in personal injury law firms in Idaho and Utah as a Pre-Litigation Manager, Paralegal, Spanish Translator, Case Manager, and Negotiator. He gained valuable years of experience assisting, evaluating, and resolving injury claims. Following law school he worked at the Twin Falls County Defender’s Office where Dan was involved in the defense side of criminal cases. There he gained litigation and trial experience, obtaining several acquittals in court and jury trials. Dan now has more than 20 years of experience helping injured victims and their families navigate the claims and litigation processes, which is a job that he loves. Dan has successfully litigated and settled hundreds of personal injury cases, specializing in automobile, trucking, motorcycle, and bicycle accidents. Dan has obtained multiple seven figure results for clients and handled dozens of wrongful death claims for his clients, and in a pro-bono capacity.