English-Speaking Attorneys

Andrew Michael Luther

Alton, IL

Andrew Michael Luther is a trial attorney with 17 years of experience representing physicians in medical malpractice and wrongful death cases, successfully defending multiple cases to verdict. He received Missouri Lawyers Media’s 'Top Defense Verdicts' award in 2018 and 2020. He now represents injured plaintiffs in medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury cases in state and Federal Court at Keith Short & Associates. He is licensed in both Missouri and Illinois.

Arielle Allen

Austin, TX

Arielle Allen is a Trial Lawyer dedicated to advocating for underserved groups. With over a decade of experience, she volunteered with AmeriCorps and the Red Cross, and worked as a behavior therapist before pursuing law. She graduated with pro bono honors from the University of Texas School of Law. Her experience includes working with foster families, disability rights, and actual innocence clinics, as well as roles at the Office of the Attorney General and various personal injury firms.

Kody Garza

Austin, TX

Kody S. Garza is a Litigation/Trial Attorney at Ramos James Law. A native Austinite, Kody developed a passion for public interest work early in his career, volunteering at a local organization helping tenants. He attended Marquette University Law School, graduating with a focus on justice. Kody has extensive experience in personal injury, housing, contract, family, and real estate law, and is dedicated to advocating for his clients and ensuring their voices are heard.

Alice Lima Lovchik

Houston, TX

Alice was born in Brazil and immigrated to the United States in 2010. Houston is now her second home. Alice is an attorney licensed in the states of Texas and New York. She has six years of experience representing people in complex personal injury cases and immigration cases. Alice is passionate about representing injured people and wants to make sure his clients are not alone when facing insurance companies. Alice earned her J.D. from the Catholic University of Salvador, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, in 2010. She then earned her Master of Laws (L.L.M.) from the University of Houston Law Center in 2016. Alice speaks English and Spanish fluently. Prior to joining the Marcos team, Alice worked for a national nonprofit organization representing immigrants who were placed in deportation/removal proceedings by the government. Alice is a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA), the Houston Trial Lawyers Association (HTLA), and the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).

Sasha Dadan

Fort Pierce, FL

Sasha Dadan is a Florida bar licensed attorney and the founder of Dadan Law Firm. She began her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in the 19th judicial Circuit, representing over 3,000 clients in various criminal cases including felonies, misdemeanors, DUIs, and juvenile cases, gaining significant trial experience. She achieved favorable results such as dismissals, acquittals, and suppression of evidence. After leaving the Public Defender’s Office, she handled civil cases, including domestic violence injunctions, and helped establish the first Injunction for Protection program on the Treasure Coast. She represents clients in family, criminal, and civil litigation matters. Sasha is licensed to practice in Florida, the Middle District, and Southern District of Florida. She is fluent in Spanish and is an active member of several legal associations.

Christopher G. Atkins

Middletown, OH

Christopher Atkins practices in the areas of Criminal, Divorce, Personal Injury (Plaintiff), and Probate and Estates. 90% of his practice is devoted to Litigation. He also is often an acting prosecutor and acting judge. With a passion for helping others, Chris found himself staying in the Middletown area because of how he identified with people from the area. For 40 years, Chris has been practicing law with the goal of helping his clients and curating strong relationships with everyone he has the opportunity to represent. A Waynesville, Ohio, native, Chris earned his B.A. from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio in 1973 and obtained his J.D. from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1984. Starting as a law clerk at a firm in Middletown, Chris found himself with a golden opportunity to practice in the area. Prior to joining Hurley Law, Chris was a partner at Combs, Shaefer, Little and Ball in Middletown.

Gregory M. Bazylak

Brookville, PA

Gregory M. Bazylak is a seasoned lawyer based in Brookville, PA, with over 18 years of experience in Divorce and Child Custody Law. He is a local attorney and former assistant district attorney in Jefferson County, operating his own legal practice since 2004. He has specialized training in Divorce and Child Custody Mediation and represents parents and grandparents in family law matters, personal injury, and workers' compensation.

Michael A. Rubin

Bronx, NY

Michael Rubin joined the Law Office of Mark B. Rubin in 2012 after graduating from Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. He excelled in trial advocacy at Hofstra, serving on the executive board of the Hofstra Trial Advocacy Association and competing successfully in mock trial competitions. He was awarded the Judge Edward Hart Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Trial Advocacy. Michael has since become an accomplished trial attorney, securing high 6-figure verdicts for clients in personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, slips and falls, falling ceiling cases, and construction site accidents.

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.