English-Speaking Attorneys

Ron R. Reyna

Tucson, AZ

Ron R. Reyna was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, and is a proud University of Arizona alum. He graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 1997. Early in his career, he worked as a law clerk for Pima County Superior Judge Howard Hantman and later practiced with the Pima County Public Defender’s Office. With over 20 years of experience practicing law in Southern Arizona, including 15 years in which he favorably settled hundreds of personal injury and medical malpractice cases, Mr. Reyna is committed to protecting the legal rights and interests of his clients. He is known for his tough, honest, and compassionate approach, specializing in medical malpractice cases. He maintains strong relationships within the local community, especially among the Hispanic community, and is fluent in Spanish. Mr. Reyna provides personalized and detailed attention, offering knowledgeable legal guidance based on his strong understanding of Arizona laws and experience in both state and federal court.

Daniel R. Rosen is a personal injury and accident attorney with over 30 years of experience. He personally handles every case and has settled over $100 million in claims for his clients.

Stephanie Olsson

Schaumburg, IL

Stephanie Olsson is a highly respected attorney and partner at Glasgow & Olsson, known for her strategic litigation skills, deep legal knowledge, and unwavering commitment to her clients’ well-being in family law and domestic relations. With more than a decade of experience, she represents clients in Cook, Lake, McHenry, and Kane counties, handling complex matters with precision and compassion, including high-asset divorce cases, parenting agreements, complex business divisions, and contentious custody disputes. She also focuses on Illinois criminal defense, representing clients in misdemeanor and felony cases, jury trials, bench trials, and driver’s license reinstatement hearings. Ms. Olsson earned her Juris Doctor from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2006 and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois at Chicago, magna cum laude. She previously served as Village Prosecutor for Arlington Heights. She is a published legal author and has taught at Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education seminars on topics such as DUI, driver’s license reinstatement, and complex divorce litigation. Her commitment to excellence has earned her recognition as a Super Lawyer Rising Star multiple times and a Top 10 National Academy of Family Law Attorney.

Scott J. Sternberg

West Palm Beach, FL

Scott J. Sternberg is the founder of Sternberg | Forsythe, P.A. He has been a licensed Florida workers’ compensation lawyer since 1998 and is licensed to practice law in the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Florida. He graduated magna cum laude from Stetson University College of Law in 1998 and has over 27 years of experience in workers' compensation cases.

Andrew Davies

Saratoga, CA

Andrew Davies is the principal and founding attorney at A. Davies Personal Injury Law, specializing in personal injury cases including injury accidents, medical malpractice, and elder abuse. A Bay Area native, he graduated cum laude from Santa Clara University in 2002 with a degree in political science and a minor in French. He earned degrees in Common Law and Civil Law from Loyola University College of Law, New Orleans, where he was a Moot Court staff member and award-winning oralist and brief writer. Licensed in 2008, Mr. Davies has dedicated over 15 years to advocating for injured individuals. Before opening his firm in 2023, he worked with a boutique personal injury firm for nearly 15 years. He is also an adjunct professor of law, teaching Moot Court and Legal Writing, and was honored as San Francisco Law School Professor of the Year in 2010 and 2015. His background as a championship cyclist provides unique insight into bicycle accident cases.

Jeffrey E. Strauss, Esq.

Westfield, NJ

Jeffrey E. Strauss, Esq. is a principal attorney with over 35 years of legal experience fighting for injured people in New York and New Jersey. He holds a Master of Science degree and worked as a teaching assistant in human anatomy before earning his law degree. He also worked for the U.S. Department of Human Services Office of General Counsel on Medicare appeals. Mr. Strauss is a New Jersey Supreme Court Certified Civil Trial Attorney, having been certified in 1992 and recertified multiple times.

Wakisha E. Hazzard is the visionary attorney, owner, and founder of The Hazzard Law Firm, LLC. With 14 years of experience, she has built a reputation for her profound knowledge and competency in criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. Her commitment to justice and dedication to each client makes her a trusted advocate and leader in the legal field. A native of Savannah, Georgia, Wakisha earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science with a double minor in English and Fashion Merchandising from Georgia Southern University. She then went on to obtain her Juris Doctorate from Miles Law School in 2009. She is certified to practice law throughout the State of Alabama and in Federal Court and holds a certification in Mediation Dispute Resolution. Wakisha’s active memberships in organizations such as the Alabama State Bar, Birmingham Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Alabama Lawyers Association, and the Magic City Bar Association complement her professional accomplishments. She is also proud to be a distinguished member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and a member of the Junior League of Birmingham. These affiliations enrich her network and support her mission to serve others. Beyond her legal career, Wakisha invests in community service. She volunteers through the Junior League of Birmingham, educating children at Botanical Gardens, and participates in initiatives with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., such as Adopt-a-Park and food and clothing drives for underserved communities. Her dedication to community empowerment reflects her passion for giving back. Having founded The Hazzard Law Firm in 2012, Wakisha describes herself as a servant leader, driven by her belief in justice for all and helping those who need it most. She lives by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s words, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere,” and strives to be a relentless champion for her clients and community.

Resh Jefferies

Murray, UT

Resh has handled personal injury cases at every level - from the most basic claim to jury trials to everything in between. Resh’s litigation background includes hundreds of depositions and dozens of arbitrations and trials. Resh has been recognized for trial advocacy and was a member of the national mock trial team at the University of San Diego, where he was also on law review as an editor of the San Diego International Law Journal. Resh graduated from the University of Utah with degrees in Economics and Psychology. He then earned his law degree at the University of San Diego School of Law. Resh is fluent in Spanish. When he is not practicing law, Resh likes to run, bike, swim and travel with his wife and four kids.

Louiza Tarassova

Winter Park, FL

Louiza Tarassova is the founding attorney and owner of LOU LAW, a Florida-based law firm. Born in Stavropol, Russia, she moved to the United States at eight years old. She pursued law after studying Legal Studies at the University of Central Florida and earning her Juris Doctor with an Advocacy Certificate from Stetson University College of Law. Louiza is dedicated to providing honest and effective legal representation, specializing in cases involving cosmetic procedure injuries, product liability, and personal injury, including auto accidents, theme park incidents, property damage, and insurance disputes. She has a track record of securing high settlements and jury verdicts, including a $250,593.00 verdict against Pollo Tropical and a six-figure settlement in a slip and fall case. She initiated a class action lawsuit against the manufacturer of CoolSculpting in 2020 and partnered in a class action against Revitalash in 2023, advocating for a safer beauty industry. Louiza is highly rated by Avvo.com as a 'Top Attorney'.

Nikki Ramirez-Smith

Nampa, ID

Nikki Ramirez-Smith is the founder of Ramirez-Smith Law. As an immigrant, she understands the unique situations faced by immigrants. She assists clients with civil litigation, family law, and immigration cases, known for her attention to detail and dedication. Nikki has participated in Appeals, Habeus Petitions, Writs of Mandamus, Hague Convention litigation, and 1983 Civil Rights Claims. She believes that everyone deserves to be treated humanely; that everyone deserves justice, and she is not afraid to fight a case until a fair result is achieved.

Christy Palmer

Silverdale, WA

For fifteen years, Christy Palmer has represented clients in civil litigation matters including personal injury, premises liability, municipal law, real estate, land use, and construction issues. She has represented cities and counties on various matters such as public records, open public meetings, code enforcement, nuisance, contracts, procurement, employment, and civil rights laws. Before joining Kitsap Law Group, Christy worked for seven years with the Kitsap County Prosecutor’s Office, defending the County in tort lawsuits, including complex wrongful death and civil rights matters. She also served as Assistant City Attorney for the City of Sumner, gaining experience in general municipal law. Christy is admitted to practice in all Washington courts, the U.S. District Court of Western Washington, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, having successfully tried and argued cases at all levels.

Saul G. Olivarez

Dallas, TX

Saul G. Olivarez brings an array of private and government legal experience with him and is licensed to practice law in Texas and Oklahoma. For much of his career, he has been in private practice representing individuals and small businesses in various legal matters with successful results. Additionally, Mr. Olivarez previously worked for the State of Washington and was a former Assistant County Attorney in San Patricio County, Texas. He is also conversant in Spanish. Mr. Olivarez participates in and encourages civic engagement, particularly in underrepresented communities. His pastimes include reading, traveling, and he lives in Dallas.

Terry D. Beall is a dedicated Wichita trial attorney with over 20 years of experience in family law, criminal defense, probate, and bankruptcy. He previously served as an assistant city attorney and founded Beall & Mitchell, LLC to provide compassionate and aggressive legal representation.

Alex Mendoza

Hammond, IN

Alex Mendoza is an attorney and the founder of Alex Mendoza Law, specializing in personal injury cases including automobile, motorcycle, and semi-truck collisions, slip and falls, and sexual abuse. He is licensed in Indiana and Illinois and is dedicated to holding insurance companies accountable for their clients' harms and losses.

Roberto Vazquez

Orlando, FL

Attorney Roberto Vazquez is a civil litigation attorney practicing out of Orlando, Florida. Roberto received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida in 2007. He went on to complete law school at the Barry University School of Law. He worked his way from intern, to paralegal, and eventually partner at Morey Law Firm, P.A. since 2009. He represents clients in general, real estate, and civil litigation matters, with a passion for personal injury and personal injury defense. Roberto is a Florida native, first generation Cuban American, and is bilingual in Spanish and English. He is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association.

Willie D. Powells III

Houston, TX

Willie D. Powells III is the founding attorney, president, and CEO of the Law Offices of Willie D. Powells III. He is a visionary leader and esteemed trial attorney with nearly two decades of experience, deeply committed to justice and his clients. He is admitted to practice law in Texas and has a track record of securing significant verdicts and settlements. He is also recognized for his humanitarian contributions and involvement in the arts.

Gary Strickland

Hartford, CT

Attorney Strickland graduated from Fairfield University, Fairfield, Connecticut in 1976, majoring in English and receiving a broad based Jesuit education. Following graduation, he joined the United States Army and studied Russian language at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California. He was then stationed at Field Station Augsburg, West Germany as part of the Army Security Agency listening to Soviet military voice communications from Poland, Czechoslovakia and the former East Germany. Upon discharge from the Army, Atty. Strickland entered the University of Connecticut School of Law, where he was second in his class, receiving numerous academic awards, and becoming a member of the Connecticut Law Review. Following law school graduation in May 1985, he served as law clerk to the Hon. Joseph F. Dannehy of the Connecticut Supreme Court from 1985 to 1986 where he assisted in the writing and preparation of judicial opinions. Following that he worked at a large (200+ lawyer) corporate firm in Hartford, CT, but after a couple of years he realized that his heart was with injured plaintiffs and he joined a well-known personal injury firm where he remained for 12 years. In 2000 he decided to go out on his own, where in addition to personal injury law Atty. Strickland practiced criminal, family, motor vehicle, unemployment, agency, juvenile, probate, medical malpractice, and other types of law. This general experience gives Atty. Strickland a broad knowledge of different practice areas. In 2008 he formed the law firm of Dressler Strickland with his partner Jeffrey Dressler, where the firm’s practice is limited to the areas of personal injury, motorcycle, car and truck accidents, fall downs, uninsured motorist cases, pedestrian cases, malpractice, and other types of injuries. The firm now has eleven lawyers and twenty seven support staff members, paralegals and legal assistants, many of whom are also fluent in Spanish. Atty. Strickland tries personal injury cases to the jury, the court and in arbitrations, and also handles appeals. Our Hartford office is less than a five minute walk from Hartford Superior Court, Hartford, Connecticut. We also have an office in Waterbury, Connecticut.

Scott W. Brammer

MCHENRY, IL

Scott W. Brammer is an attorney with over 30 years of legal experience, providing personalized legal representation in various practice areas including real estate closings, workers' compensation, criminal law, personal injury, and estate planning. He is the owner of the Law Office of Scott W. Brammer and is admitted to practice in Illinois and several U.S. District Courts.

Stephen Labiak

Fresno, CA

Stephen Labiak is a Board-Certified Bankruptcy Attorney serving the California Central Valley, including Fresno, Visalia, and Hanford. He is known for his accessible and casual demeanor, ensuring clients speak directly with him. Stephen practices various types of law, including bankruptcy, civil cases, debt consolidation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. He has handled a wide range of cases, from credit card debt to complex financial losses, and is dedicated to taking the burden off his clients to help them achieve debt relief and a fresh start.

Arpi Galstian

Los Angeles, CA

A committed and zealous attorney in Yepremyan Law Firm's litigation department, specializing in complex motor vehicle and personal injury cases. Brings over a decade of knowledge and skill.

Jessica Ramirez is Of Counsel with the firm and a trial attorney specializing in serious personal injury, sexual abuse, medical device and product liability litigation. Jessica earned her Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law and has a Bachelor of Arts from Stockton University, with a Major in Political Science and a Minor in Latin American History. She has served on the New Jersey Ethics Committee and served as an Eminent Domain Commissioner for the State of N.J., presiding over cases dealing with condemnation and eminent domain. Jessica was born in Puerto Rico and moved to New Jersey when she was eight years old. "I was in E.S.L. Classes (English as a Second Language) for four years, and still remember the day I was told that E.S.L. classes were no longer necessary for me to attend." Jessica’s parents worked very hard to provide her with opportunities that they were not so fortunate to have had. Her family emphasized the importance of education, and through their support and her dedication, Jessica was able to excel in school. Prior to attending college, Jessica had never even met a lawyer. College changed this, as her favorite professors were lawyers, inspiring her to chase her own dream of a career in the law. Jessica understands she is not only a member of a class who is underrepresented within her community, but also in her profession. Hispanics, who are 18 percent of the U.S. population, comprise only about 4 percent of U.S. lawyers. For Latina women, these numbers are even smaller, with Latinas accounting for less than 2 percent of American lawyers - as a result, being a Latina attorney in the U.S. is a rarity and something which Jessica is proud to have achieved. Jessica’s legal career has allowed her to serve her community and the underrepresented. Her work as a contract attorney for the Public Defender’s Office of New Jersey allowed her to represent indigent clients and juveniles. "During my time as the managing attorney of the Immigration Program of Catholic Charities, I served the undocumented population, defending individuals’ rights to seek asylum and providing legal counsel to families who have been separated and fighting against related policies." It was during this time that she saw a dire need for competent Spanish-speaking attorneys. The stories had similar themes, undocumented persons having no knowledge of their rights. She met numerous undocumented workers with permanent injuries, who never sought medical treatment or compensation, because they were afraid. She met women who were victims of sex assault but afraid to call the police for fear of deportation, or allowed the statute of limitations to expire due to a lack of knowledge of their rights. This exposure to true injustice ignited her interest to become a civil trial attorney and utilize her legal skills to help those in need. As a civil attorney, Jessica represents individuals who suffer physical and psychological injuries through various acts of negligence and intentional conduct, such as: sexual assault/abuse; product and medical device liability; significant motor vehicle crashes; construction, first-responder and other workplace accidents. Her main focus when advocating for workers’ rights is to educate workers about their right to safe and healthful working conditions, and their right to speak up without fear of retaliation. Jessica often gives talks to undocumented workers where she informs workers that it is the duty of their employers to provide a workplace free of known dangers and safety hazards regardless of their immigration status. Jessica’s main passion is advocating for clients who have suffered sexual assault. She has extensive settlement and litigation experience in this area and knows exactly what it takes to deliver results. Jessica works to seek justice and hold offenders accountable when schools, churches, hotels, jails and other organizations fail to protect children and vulnerable adults. She is persistent in holding abusers accountable for the harm they have caused victims when an organization has failed to take reasonable steps to protect the victim, or worse when these organizations know about the abuse but do nothing to prevent it. Jessica’s newest venture is helping individuals fight back against abusive business practices, by holding sellers of goods accountable when they seek to profit by taking advantage of a consumer. She protects consumers’ rights whey they are injured due to fraud, false or misleading advertising, and defective products. Unfortunately, she meets consumers that have suffered permanent injuries with the use of fraudulent and harmful products. Jessica now confronts corporate wrongdoing and obtains answers for her clients that have suffered the impact of such negligent and intentional conduct. Jessica also has been featured as a speaker and contributed to various panels, including “Media and the Law,” where she served as one of four panelists for the 2019 New Jersey State Bar Association's mid-year meeting in Puerto Rico. She also co-chaired and served as a panelist for a seminar given at the New Jersey Association for Justice's Meadowland Convention in 2019 entitled “Media, Technology and the Law,” as well as a seminar entitled “Media and Advertising: Ethical Rules to Follow,” presented at the New Jersey Association for Justice's Virtual Convention in 2020. In 2021, Jessica was asked to speak at a seminar on the topic of “Practicing Law Post Covid,” at the Women in Mass Torts Convention in Aspen, Colorado. Jessica is a member of the American Association for Justice’s (AAJ), where she was selected as one of only eighteen attorneys nationwide to participate in the AAJ Leadership Academy. She is also a member of the New Jersey Bar Association, the Hispanic National Bar Association, the New Jersey Hispanic Bar Association where she served as Press Secretary, the New Jersey American Association for Justice where she serves in the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and Women in Mass Torts. Jessica was selected as host of Images/Imagenes TV Show, a four-time Emmy Award-winning show highlighting the Hispanic population in New Jersey. The show was featured on NJTV. Jessica was featured on the Fox News Show "Beyond a Dream," which highlighted her life and career, focusing on overcoming obstacles to achieve the "American Dream." Jessica contributed to a bestselling book written by Bill Stanton, "Prepared, Not Scared: Your Go-To Guide for Staying Safe in an Unsafe World," providing her thoughts to the chapter on staying safe in the workplace from sexual harassment. Jessica also regularly appears on national networks, such as Fox News, The Oxygen Network, HNL, Law & Crime Network, and Univision to discuss various legal issues. Jessica has achieved her dream of becoming a professional where she can help people on a daily basis. Her passion to fight for justice is as strong today as the very first day she became a lawyer. She remains steadfast in her dedication and determination to achieve favorable results on behalf of each and every client. She also will never forget where she comes from or her journey to become the woman and professional she is today - in fact, it is recognition of this journey that serves to motivate her to stay involved and give back in any way she can to her community, a community that means so very much to her.

Ursula G. Barrios-Machado

Orange, CA

As an attorney and a person, Ms. Barrios is a diamond in the rough. Her upright reputation comes from tenaciously, skillfully, and relentlessly advocating for Southern Californians seeking to rebuild their personal and financial lives. It was with this drive that she built a successful practice straight out of law school, and eventually established Barrios & Machado, LLP with Attorney Guillermo Machado. Ms. Barrios takes on an uncompromising approach when handling personal injury cases. She wants each client to be compensated for the totality of their loss, to be made "whole" again. Her experience in dealing with insurance companies and aggressive law firms during litigation gives her the advantage when negotiating for her clients’ benefit. Ms. Barrios is ready to help you. Reach out to her if you have a personal injury concern such as a car accident, dog bite, slip-and-fall injury, elder abuse injury, and the like; or if you are considering bankruptcy.

Brad Runcie

Houston, TX

Brad Runcie is a criminal trial attorney dedicated to ensuring clients' rights are protected. With patience and understanding of the legal system, he helps clients navigate challenging times. He previously served as an Assistant District Attorney for Harris County.

John H. Nix is an attorney licensed by the Supreme Courts of Texas and Oklahoma, with over 25 years of legal experience. He previously served as a Texas Criminal District Attorney and Assistant General Counsel for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation. He is recognized by Texas Monthly in Criminal Law and has held presidential roles in the Grayson County Criminal Defense Bar and Grayson County Bar Association. Bilingual in English and Spanish, his practice focuses on criminal law, family law, and personal injury.