English-Speaking Attorneys

Sergio D. Vichera, Esq.

West Palm Beach, FL

Attorney Sergio D. Vichera is a premier personal injury attorney in South Florida with over 17 years of experience. He has recovered millions of dollars for clients injured in car accidents and other incidents caused by negligence. Passionate about helping those in need, he is committed to securing the best possible compensation through his extensive knowledge and negotiation skills. His specialty is Personal Injury Law, serving clients in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. He gained extensive knowledge in automotive cases, stemming from his college days working in automotive shops.

Ryan J. Villa

Albuquerque, NM

Practicing Since 2006 My practice focuses on criminal defense, civil rights, and plaintiff’s personal injury cases. I am licensed to practice law in the State of New Mexico, the United States District Court in the District of New Mexico and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. I have conducted dozens of jury trials in federal, state, metropolitan, and various municipal and magistrate courts throughout the State. I have also argued cases in the New Mexico Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals. I am a native of Albuquerque where I live with my family. I graduated summa cum laude from UNM Law School in 2005. After law school, I clerked for Chief Justice Richard Bosson of the New Mexico Supreme Court from 2005 to 2006. I worked as an attorney with the Robert Cooper Law Firm from 2006 to 2014 before I decided to take the plunge and open my own law firm. Before law school I attended New Mexico State University where I graduated in 2002 with bachelors’ degrees in Criminal Justice and Government with distinction in the University Honors Program. I attended Highland High School here in Albuquerque, graduating in 1998. I am dedicated to trial practice and remain active in the law school community by volunteering to judge and guest coach the UNM mock trial team every year. The majority of my work involves cases where the government or a large corporate insurance company is the opponent. Whether it be the State or the Federal Government prosecuting a client or a lawsuit against one of these governments or their agents, I take a large measure of pleasure keeping the government and large corporations in line. I have defended clients from all types criminal charges, large and small including DWI, domestic violence, drugs and narcotics-possession and trafficking/sale, white collar crime, and all types of violent crimes including sex offenses and murder. I have also sued all manner of government and governmental agencies, including police departments and police officers for civil rights violations and negligence including the federal government, the State of New Mexico, and several counties and cities. These cases include wrongful death, excessive use of force, illegal arrest, First Amendment violations and gender discrimination. I have also taken on dozens of lawsuits against auto insurance companies and cases involving injuries including premises liability, suits against drunk drivers, dramshop, dog bite, product liability and other injuries. I have handled cases against multi- national, multi-billion dollar corporations on down to small companies who have injured or taken advantage of the unsuspecting person. I believe that handling a different variety of cases has helped me craft a holistic, well-rounded approach to any case that comes my way. Trying cases in all different courts, criminal and civil, has given me skills that I would not have otherwise gained had I only focused on one area.

Attorney Thomas D. Hall has dedicated his career to helping victims of personal injury get the compensation they deserve from the parties responsible for the damage they have caused. Mr. Hall is a certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist by the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Since 1994, he has been committed to serving Pittsburgh area residents with a competent representation they need. Mr. Hall values the well-being of his clients above all, which why he frequently visits them at home or in the hospital if their injuries prevent them from safely traveling. He has also structured his practice so that he only collects attorney fees if he is successful in winning compensation for his clients.

Eran Lagstein

Los Angeles, CA

Eran Lagstein is an award-winning attorney, a graduate of UCLA and UCLA School of Law, licensed in California and Nevada. He is recognized for his dedication to fighting for the injured and his tenacious litigation skills, with consistent selections to Super Lawyers and other prestigious organizations.

Bret A. Gardner

Salt Lake City, UT

Bret A. Gardner's primary areas of practice include Workers Compensation, Appellate Practice, and Business Law. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Bret Griffin

Houston, TX

Bret Griffin is a former State District Judge for the 212th District Court and State prosecutor, now focused on plaintiff personal injury litigation. He has practiced law since 1997. He attended the University of St. Thomas and the University of Tulsa School of Law. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Tony Kestner

Smyrna, TN

A graduate of Tennessee’s own Vanderbilt University in 1997 and Arizona State College of Law in 2000, Tony spent over ten years working for insurance companies in Las Vegas and Nashville. Then, car accidents involving members of his own family gave him an up-close look at how insurance companies will try to take advantage of injured people. He decided to put his knowledge and experience to work for others in Tennessee, using the same professionalism, expertise, and tenacity that helped his own family members. Tony is one of the top personal injury attorneys in Smyrna and greater Nashville area. He has personally handled cases from beginning through jury verdict, including a multi-million dollar wrongful death action. Tony takes great pride in protecting the rights of individuals just like you, and he will approach your case as if he’s representing his own family and friends.

Michael Welch

Lewiston, ME

Maine attorney Michael Welch has practiced personal injury law for the last 25 years. He is known as a forceful advocate for his clients. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northeastern University with highest honors in 1979 and graduated from Northeastern University School of Law in 1985. Michael Welch is licensed in Maine, and he has been practicing law in Maine as a personal injury attorney since 1985. He is a member of the Maine State Bar Association, Maine Trial Lawyers Association, and American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA). Michael Welch has also been very active in the community, staying involved with youth sports and serving as a board member for Advocates For Children (the local child abuse and neglect council).

Andressa Pearce Figaro

Melville, NY

Andressa Pearce Figaro is an associate attorney at Chaikin Trial Group, licensed to practice law in New York and Brazil. She focuses on personal injury litigation and is known for her aggressive litigation style and dedication to securing maximum compensation. She is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

James E. Humphreys

Passaic, NJ

James E. Humphreys joined the law firm in 1984 as a law clerk and now serves as the managing attorney. He focuses on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and no-fault arbitration, with a particular concentration in 'Third Party Liability Claims'. He has dedicated his career to representing accident victims, injured workers, and the disabled.

Serge Semirog

Matthews, NC

Serge Semirog holds degrees in Finance and Economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where he graduated cum laude. He earned his law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where he was a member of the Hastings Business Law Journal. His experience includes work at the Hampden County Superior Court in Springfield, Massachusetts, and several firms in California and Massachusetts. He also worked at the Massachusetts Family Institute (MFI), where he drafted legislative proposals for the State Assembly and was awarded the Blackstone Fellowship by the Alliance Defense Fund. After moving to Charlotte in 2006, he started his own practice. He has over 9 years of car and truck accident litigation experience.

Alex Poberesky is a trial attorney and committed advocate, originally from Moscow, who successfully represents clients in personal injury and criminal cases throughout Maryland. He is involved in civic and political affairs, supports Jewish charities, and speaks fluent Russian and English.

Senaj Mersim

Torrington, CT

Senaj Mersim is an associate attorney at Logan, Vance, Sullivan & Kores LLP in Torrington, Connecticut, focusing on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and civil litigation. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Quinnipiac University and her Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac University School of Law, graduating with honors in May of 2024. During law school, she competed on the mock trial team and served as a legal extern for the Connecticut Office of the Attorney General. She is fluent in Turkish and Macedonian and is an active member of her community.

With over 30 years of legal experience, Timothy O. Coyle, Esq. brings a powerful combination of courtroom expertise, negotiation skills, and compassion to the clients of Lopez & Humphries, P.A. His practice focuses on personal injury law, including cases involving auto accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and insurance disputes. Mr. Coyle began practicing law in 1992 after earning his Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama School of Law, following a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University, where he graduated with honors in 1989. Throughout his career, he has been a partner at several well-respected law firms in Florida, where he litigated complex personal injury and insurance cases on behalf of injured clients and policyholders. He is a member of the Florida Bar, admitted to all Florida state courts as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida. Mr. Coyle is also a proud member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an elite group of attorneys who have won million-dollar verdicts or settlements for their clients. Locally, he remains active in the legal community through membership in the Lakeland Bar Association, the Polk County Trial Lawyers Association, and the Polk County Trial Lawyers Inn of Court. His deep roots in Lakeland-where he has lived since early childhood-give him a strong understanding of the people and values of Central Florida. Mr. Coyle is honored to lead the firm’s efforts at its newly established Northeast Lakeland office, located at 1543 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Suite 2, Lakeland, FL 33805. His presence at this location reflects Lopez & Humphries, P.A.’s continued commitment to expanding access to experienced and compassionate legal representation across Central Florida. Clients in the Northeast Lakeland area can expect the same high standards of professionalism and advocacy for which Mr. Coyle and the firm are well known. Clients appreciate Mr. Coyle’s approachable demeanor, strategic insight, and relentless pursuit of justice. Whether in settlement negotiations or at trial, he is committed to securing the best possible outcomes for those whose lives have been impacted by injury or negligence.

Arturo Martinez

Austin, TX

Arturo Martinez has built a record of courtroom success for over 30 years in various fields including car accidents, harm caused by defective products, and workplace injuries. He uses his experience, skills, and dedication to protect his clients’ legal rights and help restore their lives. As a former insurance defense lawyer, he knows how to take on big insurance companies. As a former San Juan, Texas Municipal Judge, he knows how to present the strongest possible case on behalf of his clients to the jury.

Tyler Tylka

League City, TX

Tyler J. Tylka is an associate at the Tylka Law Firm. He vigorously represents clients in a variety of civil litigation matters, including personal injury and insurance related disputes. He is passionate and devoted to helping injured individuals and their families, providing aggressive representation and seeking to protect consumer rights.

Francis H. Padron

Peachtree Corners, GA

Francis H. Padron is the managing partner and founder of Padron Law, a law firm dedicated to helping Georgia residents who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. With over a decade of experience in the legal field, Attorney Padron takes pride in guiding his clients through the complexities of the legal system, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. Licensed to practice in Georgia and Florida, Attorney Padron is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, an organization committed to advocating for injury victims. Born in Miami, Florida, and raised in Madrid, Spain, Attorney Padron is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking clients and handle complex legal matters with clarity.

Justin P. Dixon is an associate attorney at Dixon & Daley, LLP. He graduated from the University of San Diego in 2003 and Trinity School of Law in 2006. Admitted to the California Bar in 2006, he practices personal injury, workers' compensation, bankruptcy, and family law.

Lorretta Owen

Richmond, TX

Attorney Lorretta Owen is an experienced trial lawyer with thirty years of trial experience, including having tried hundreds of jury trials in the District and County Courts of Victoria, Lamar, and Fort Bend counties. She utilizes those trial skills to defend clients who have been subjected to the Eminent Domain process, to ensure those landowners receive fair compensation for their property being taken by governmental entities or other condemning authorities. Outside of being an attorney, her interests include working out, as well as country and western dance.

David A. Ody

Huntingdon, PA

David A. Ody has practiced in the Courts of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for 37 years, including 30 years in Huntingdon County. Since entering private practice, David has concentrated his work in the areas of Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Divorce, and Estate and Wills. David has represented clients throughout the United States and in the U.S. Virgin Islands. He has successfully litigated hundreds of cases, including cases against insurance companies, major corporations, and the government.

James Browne

Indianapolis, IN

James Browne is an experienced courtroom attorney specializing in work accident and auto accident cases, providing legal representation in both English and Spanish. A fourth-generation attorney, he earned his bachelor’s degree from DePauw University and his law degree from Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis in 1994. He is a certified Indiana mediator and has extensive jury trial experience in civil and criminal law, including personal injury, business litigation, insurance coverage, worker’s compensation, and construction law. He is admitted to practice before the Indiana Supreme Court, United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, and the Seventh Circuit United States Court of Appeals. He is active in local Hispanic organizations and the Indianapolis Bar Association.

Maria P. Mendoza

Miami, FL

Maria P. Mendoza is a Florida-licensed attorney with extensive experience in insurance and personal injury law. Before representing injured clients, she worked for two of the largest insurance companies in the U.S., gaining valuable insight into how insurers handle claims. She earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from St. Thomas University School of Law and her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, magna cum laude, from Florida International University. Earlier in her career, Maria worked as a paralegal at a personal injury firm and later practiced civil litigation after passing the Florida Bar. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is dedicated to providing skilled, compassionate representation and helping clients achieve fair outcomes after an injury.

Missy Foard

Charlotte, NC

Missy Foard started her legal career doing insurance defense work. After several years, Missy switched gears and began practicing family law at SeiferFlatow. Missy Foard is a partner at SeiferFlatow, PLLC, and her practice focuses on family law. Missy’s mission is to help confidently guide people through challenging situations involving divorce, custody, and family law.