English-Speaking Attorneys

Mary E. Taradash

McHenry, IL

Mary Taradash grew up in the ethnic neighborhoods of Chicago, immersed in cultural diversity and speaking Spanish and Lithuanian as well as English. After completing college, Mary worked for the State of Illinois Office of Education as Ombudsman, investigating and mediating education-related issues throughout the state. She completed graduate studies in communications and organizational psychology that propelled her into research, planning and evaluation for the Illinois Law Enforcement and the Dangerous Drugs Commissions in Chicago. However, it was her drive to make a difference to her world, one person at a time that compelled Mary to enter law school. After more than 25 years of focus on family law throughout the metropolitan Chicago area, Mary now concentrates in social security disability where she has a direct and positive impact on people's lives. She views her current efforts as a natural extension of family practice, where the issues often included the impact of injuries, disability and financial distress. Mary and her husband and law partner, Randy call McHenry County home and established their practice 38 years ago to serve this community and northern Illinois. They have two grown children and are both still committed to quality in the practice of law, social justice and making a difference to the community, its people and the environment.

Scott A. McMillan

La Mesa, CA

Scott McMillan is a litigator with a long track record of courtroom victories. He founded a computer distribution business at 19, then attended law school at night. Licensed in California since 2001, he focuses on litigation for individuals and small businesses, particularly in insurance and real estate law. He has litigated fifteen civil jury trials and is familiar with appellate practice.

Gabe Perez

Galveston, TX

Attorney Gabe Perez is an associate attorney at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and a Juris Doctorate from Oklahoma City University’s College of Law, also visiting the University of Oklahoma School of Law. He managed the bankruptcy department at his prior firm, handling Chapter 11 and 7 proceedings, and represented credit unions in various banking law transactions. Gabe is fully bilingual (English and Spanish) and practices immigration law, bankruptcy law, general civil and commercial litigation, and assists in criminal law. He was recognized as Best Attorney in Galveston County by the Galveston County Daily News Readers’ Choice Awards and as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2020.

Robert A Courtney

Monterey, CA

Robert A. Courtney has returned to personal injury law after a global career in Public International Law, driven by the opportunity to achieve tangible results for individuals facing life-altering challenges. He leverages his advanced negotiation skills to advocate for those who have suffered calamities, consistently overdelivering for his clients. A founder and CEO of an international people-power organization, his work was recognized by former President Jimmy Carter. He believes in meticulous preparation and is passionate about hiking, surfing, playing alto saxophone, and volunteering for Special Olympics and the local zoo.

Walter Hawkins is an attorney at Isaacs & Isaacs, licensed in Kentucky and Ohio. He earned his J.D. from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 1996 and a B.A. in History from the University of Louisville in 1993. Walter previously ran his own successful law practice in Bowling Green, Kentucky. His practice areas include auto accidents, semi-truck accidents, personal injury, and civil litigation. With prior experience as a private investigator, he diligently gathers evidence to strengthen his cases. Walter is a member of the Kentucky Bar Association and a past member of the Board of Governors for the Kentucky Justice Association. He is known for his optimistic nature and enjoys family time, music, sports, and traveling.

David C. Hollow graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1993 and Nashville School of Law in 2000. He has been recognized as a Mid-South Rising Star and in Top Lawyers. He is an FAA certified flight instructor and commercial pilot. He specializes in personal injury, aviation law, insurance defense, medical malpractice, wills and estates, conservatorships/guardianships, and general civil litigation. He is also a Listed Rule 31 General Civil Mediator.

Guillermo E. Gomez Jr.

Tampa, FL

Guillermo E. Gomez Jr. is a criminal defense and personal injury attorney with over 20 years of experience. A graduate of Georgetown University Law School, he previously served as a prosecutor, giving him insight into the opposition's strategies. He has handled thousands of cases, including first-degree murder and death penalty cases, and has argued before the U.S. Supreme Court, Florida State Courts, and Florida District Court of Appeals. He is licensed in Florida and is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Hillsborough County Bar Association. Mr. Gomez is committed to aggressive investigation and litigation to achieve the best results for his clients, whether in criminal defense or personal injury cases, aiming to exploit weaknesses in the prosecution's or insurance company's case.

Kevin Cortright

Murrieta, CA

Kevin Cortright is a California Workers Compensation Lawyer dedicated to advocating for injured workers, helping them navigate complex claims and secure medical care and disability benefits.

Jerry Ware

Dallas, TX

Jerry Ware, born in Pensacola, Florida, graduated from Ball High School, earned a BBA in Finance from North Texas State University, and served as an officer in the Marine Corps. After military service and working as a financial auditor, he earned his Juris Doctor from Baylor Law School in 1974. He began his legal career representing individuals with personal injuries, served as Assistant City Attorney of Denton, and headed the negligence section of Windle Turley, P.C. He has practiced as a sole principal and is now Of Counsel to Lovins Law, specializing in probate, estate planning, real estate, insurance, business transactions, personal injury, wrongful death, and litigation. He was Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization from 1982-1997 and is a licensed Customs Broker since 1997.

Anthony J. Bribriesco

Bettendorf, IA

Anthony J. Bribriesco is a trial lawyer dedicated to justice for clients injured through negligence or wrongdoing. He graduated from the University of Chicago with a degree in economics and the University of Iowa College of Law. He is a graduate of the Trial Lawyer’s College and has served on the Board of Governors for the Iowa Association for Justice since 2011. He is also a member of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC).

R. Emmett Madden

Jenkintown, PA

R. Emmett Madden is an experienced litigator focusing on personal injury and criminal defense in Southeastern Pennsylvania. With over 20 years of experience, he has successfully secured maximum verdicts and settlements for personal injury clients and tried hundreds of criminal cases. He is certified for the United States Eastern District of Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Act (CJA) panel. Fluent in English and Spanish, he is also actively involved in community service.

William Costello

Philadelphia, PA

Brings over two decades of dedicated experience in personal injury law, specializing in motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, premises liability, dog bites, and general negligence. His extensive background includes serving as a litigation claims specialist for major insurance companies, granting him insider knowledge of the insurance industry’s operations, tactics, and case valuation methods.

Xelef L. Botan

Playa Del Rey, CA

XELEF L. BOTAN is an associate at SSJ and licensed to represent clients throughout California. His practice areas include civil litigation, business litigation, employment law, serious personal injury and wrongful death matters, administrative law, alcohol law, and land use. He is particularly interested in the rapidly evolving fields of privacy, artificial intelligence, technology, and telecommunications law, driven by the increasing intersection of these areas with everyday life and business operations. Mr. Botan earned his B.A. in International Relations from Brown University where he became the first student from Turkey to receive a full scholarship. After earning his undergraduate degree, he spent five years in various roles at a multinational technology and home goods company, ultimately serving as Key Account Manager for corporate sales. Mr. Botan went on to earn his M.A. at the University of Chicago on a full scholarship, where his thesis focused on the constitution-building process and political formation of Syrian Kurds in Rojava. He then earned his J.D. at the University of Colorado Law School as a LILAC Fellow, once again receiving a full scholarship. At Colorado, he was a student attorney for their Samuelson-Glushko Technology Law and Policy Clinic representing institutional clients before state and federal level regulatory agencies. During his summers in law school, Mr. Botan also gained hands-on experience through internships with software company Twilio and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) under the U.S. Department of Commerce. Moreover, he also externed at the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Colorado Attorney General’s Office in the Consumer Protection Division.

Alan L. Cantor

Lynn, MA

Attorney Alan L. Cantor has concentrated his practice in representing catastrophically injured victims and their families in cases involving fire and explosions, defective products, workplace safety, and medical malpractice. Currently, Attorney Cantor devotes much of his time to sophisticated litigation against product manufacturers, companies involved in supervising workplaces, major utilities, and medical professionals. He also has a substantial background in cases involving childhood sexual abuse. He has litigated cases in more than 30 states and has been counsel in more than 100 cases involving seven figure recoveries, including four cases involving eight figure recoveries.

David P. Angueira

Lynn, MA

Attorney David P. Angueira brings years of experience, specializing in the fields of medical malpractice, products liability, and workplace discrimination and harassment. Attorney Angueira began his law career as a Law Clerk for the U.S. Attorney’s office and a Prosecutor with the Essex County D.A.’s office, followed by a Judicial Clerkship with the Massachusetts’s Court of Appeals. Lawyers in various specialties often call upon Attorney Angueira to assist them with cases throughout the country because of his national reputation as a relentless advocate for his clients dealing with complicated legal matters. Attorney Angueira has years of experience product liability, child safety, personal injury, wrongful death, consumer rights, toxic torts, medical malpractice, negligent security, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, labor and employment litigation, whistleblower (Qui Tam) cases and aviation crash cases.

Samuel Pope

New York, NY

Sam Pope grew up in Kansas, earning a chemistry degree from the University of Kansas before graduating with honors from Lewis & Clark Law School in Oregon. After law school, Sam recovered millions for victims injured by dangerous products, medical malpractice, truck accidents, and other cases. At Goldberg & Loren, he primarily works from the Portland, Oregon office but represents clients nationwide. Sam represents clients in Federal and State court, and his science background provides a unique perspective on complex injury cases. He was recently elected chair of the Oregon State Bar Animal Law section. In his spare time, Sam volunteers with hospice organizations and animal shelters, mentors first-year law students, and enjoys hiking, camping, gardening, boating, floating the Clackamas River, target shooting, and adventuring with his wife Krysta and their two dogs, Roxy and Jet.

Alina S. Vulic

Seattle, WA

Alina S. Vulic is a skilled and determined litigation attorney at Carpenter & Zuckerman, joining in 2022. Her previous work focused on criminal defense and civil litigation. She graduated magna cum laude from Pepperdine University’s Seaver College with a B.S. in Political Science and obtained her J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law, where she excelled on the trial team and received certification in alternative dispute resolution. She is trilingual in English, Russian, and proficient in Serbian.

Donald J. Dunn

Charlotte, NC

Donald “Donny” J. Dunn is a Goldsboro personal injury lawyer with more than three decades of experience. Donny is based in our Goldsboro, NC office. However, he handles personal injury claims, including workers compensation and wrongful death, all over North Carolina.

Karina Barska

Brooklyn, NY

Karina Barska, ESQ | Personal Injury Lawyer Brooklyn NY. Areas of Practice: Personal Injury and Negligence Law (Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall Accidents, Construction Accidents, Medical Errors and Malpractice), Commercial Litigation, Transactional Work, No Fault Insurance Litigation, Immigration Law, Mediation and Dispute Resolution.

Brett has been defending Colorado workers’ compensation claims since 2000 and currently heads up the Colorado Workers Compensation Section of McCollum Crowley. Brett was honored as PWC’s Outstanding Respondents’ Attorney (Winner 2024, Nominee 2013), and recognized in 2019 with a nomination for the Comp Laude Award as a top national workers’ compensation attorney. In addition to serving on various non-profit and governmental boards and commissions, Brett served on the Board of Directors for Professionals in Workers’ from 2014 to 2022, including five terms as President. Brett is a member of numerous other workers’ compensation organizations.

Raymond Kelsey

Barrington, IL

After graduating from Loyola University Chicago Law School in 2013, Ray moved back home to begin his legal career in the winery studded Finger Lakes Region of Central New York. While working at Midey, Mirras & Ricci, Ray learned the skills necessary to become a successful litigator, representing clients in the areas of personal injury, catastrophic injuries, and criminal law. In 2016, Ray returned to Chicago, where his wife, Sylvia, is a reading specialist in the Barrington School District. Happy to call the Northwest suburbs home, the focus of Ray’s practice now is helping people who have been injured due to third party negligence. Ray heads Barrington Injury Attorneys and represents victims of wrongful death, auto and truck accidents, boating accidents, slip and falls, animal attacks, and more. Ray has a good reputation in negotiating to achieve favorable settlements for his clients. When cases cannot settle, Ray will pursue the matter to trial in order to achieve the best possible outcome.

William B. Wynne

East Hartford, CT

Attorney Wynne is a trial attorney with over 25 years of courtroom and appellate experience. He has tried cases to juries in the state and federal courts and has briefed and argued appellate cases in the fields of personal injury cases, health care law, civil rights and business law. Bill received his B.A. Degree with Distinction in Political Science from the University of Connecticut in 1980. Prior to attending law school, he gained experience in the corporate world, working in the business department of the Bridgeport Post Publishing Company. He thereafter obtained his Juris Doctorate Degree at Drake University Law School, Des Moines, Iowa with Dean’s List Honors. From the first week Bill was a lawyer, he has been in the courtroom, litigating cases. He has represented individuals, businesses, and insurance corporations. He has also litigated against corporations and governmental bureaucracies. He has published reported decisions in the state and federal courts. Bill has also lectured at the Law and Psychiatry Annual Conference, taught paralegal courses and conducted legal seminars.