English-Speaking Attorneys

Chadrick S. Henderson

Houston, TX

Chadrick S. Henderson is an attorney at Chad Henderson Law with over 27 years of experience. He practices criminal defense, immigration, personal injury, and estate planning law. He is fluent in English and Spanish and has handled over 2600 criminal cases throughout Texas. He was admitted to practice in Texas in 1996.

Daniel Barli

Clifton, NJ

Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, Daniel Barli is the founder of Barli Law LLC, where he brings a dynamic, results-driven approach to real estate, business law, civil litigation, family law, and landlord-tenant matters. Serving clients throughout Passaic, Bergen, Essex, and Hudson counties, Daniel is committed to delivering high-impact legal solutions tailored to his clients’ needs. A recipient of New Jersey Super Lawyer’s Rising Stars from 2013 to 2018, Daniel is a member of both the New Jersey and New York State Bar. His career has spanned roles at Lampf Lipkind, DB Enterprises, and Integrity 1st Financial, experiences that have shaped his strategic, business-minded approach to legal challenges. Daniel’s extensive background in business law allows him to guide clients with a practical, results-oriented mindset. Daniel takes pride in being a heart-centered advocate, ensuring that every transaction and case progresses as smoothly as possible. With a deep commitment to integrity and fairness, he prioritizes his clients’ best interests, providing clear, competent legal guidance to ease their concerns and stresses. Fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, he fosters strong client relationships across diverse communities. A graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law, Daniel also holds a B.A. from Lehigh University. Before launching Barli Law LLC, he interned for the Honorable Claude Coleman in the Essex vicinage, gaining invaluable courtroom experience. Beyond the legal field, Daniel is a family-focused leader who values continuous growth in both his personal and professional life. He enjoys staying physically active, spending quality time with his wife and daughter, and indulging in one of his favorite pastimes-jigsaw puzzle building, a skill he likens to the legal process. “Helping a client navigate their case is a lot like putting together all the pieces of a massive jigsaw puzzle,” he explains. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding clients through complex legal matters, Daniel Barli remains steadfast in his mission: helping others navigate the legal system with confidence and clarity.

Gabe Ridley

Cairo, GA

Gabe Ridley is a South Georgia native and attorney with a practice focused on litigation and advocacy. He represents clients in civil, domestic, personal injury, probate, and business matters across various Georgia State and Federal courts, including appeals to the Georgia Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. With nearly a decade of experience in business formation, transactions, and real estate, he brings a comprehensive understanding to his litigation practice. He has served as a county magistrate and is currently the County Attorney for Grady County. Prior to his legal career, Gabe worked as an environmental engineer and served as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army, including a combat tour in Iraq.

Justin M. Schmidt

Golden Valley, MN

Justin M. Schmidt started his career in the law as a personal injury paralegal in July 2010 and began working at the Law Office of Jeffrey A. Jones, P.A. in January 2015. After a few years working as a paralegal, he knew his passion was helping the injured and decided to go back to law school. Justin graduated from Mitchell Hamline School of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota in May 2020. Upon completion of law school and obtaining his license, he has successfully represented clients in mediations, arbitrations, court hearings, and at trial.

Paul W. Darby

TAVARES, FL

Paul Darby is licensed to practice law in both the Florida state courts, and in the federal courts of the Middle District of Florida, though the focus of his practice is mainly in the state courts relating to civil/domestic disputes and criminal matters. Paul is a Past President of the Lake County Bar Association, and is also an active member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar Association and the Lake County Teen Court. Additionally, Paul has previously served on the Board of Directors of the Lake County Bar Association, and has also served as the Chairman of the Lake County Chapter of the UCF Alumni Association. Paul earned his Juris Doctor at the University of Florida, College of Law. While at UF Law, he earned a Pro Bono Certificate for assisting members of the community in need of legal services. Prior to attending UF, Paul earned his undergraduate education at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, where he was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian History, summa cum laude, with a minor in German Language and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science-Prelaw, summa cum laude, with a minor in European Studies. Mr. Darby has garnished praise time and time again for his ethical practice, and he will always put a client’s interests before anything else. He will go above and beyond to ensure that his clients receive the best possible legal advice and obtain positive results. Paul makes a point to treat his clients the same way he would treat a member of his own family. Paul is originally from the town of Grant-Valkaria, Florida, in southern Brevard County, and presently lives in Clermont, Florida with his children, Gavin and Brynn.

Charles C. Russo

Islandia, NY

Charlie Russo is the senior partner of the firm of Russo, Karl, Widmaier & Cordano, PLLC. Charlie is a graduate of the University of Vermont, received a Master’s Degree from C.W. Post in 1974 and his Juris Doctorate from Hofstra Law School in 1978. Following law school, Charlie spent several years as an assistant district attorney prosecuting major felonies in Suffolk County and he continues to be active in the practice of criminal law. Charlie has embraced a lifelong dedication to young people, especially those facing the crisis of addiction. For the past 38 years he has served as both Chairman of the Board of Directors and legal counsel to Hope House Ministries in Port Jefferson which provides family services, counseling and residential facilities for young men, the homeless, and families in need. His roots in this area of service stem from his days at Melville House, a residential home for young men where he lived for six years. He credits that experience, combined with his employment as a social worker at the Nassau County Children's Shelter, as being a significant influence in shaping his sensitivity and commitment to the homeless and youth in crisis. For the past 34 years Charlie has been the founder, fundraiser, and "man in the red suit" for a project known as Christmas Magic, which seeks to enhance the holiday spirit for families in crisis and for children within those families who seek only to experience the magic of Christmas. During the Fall and early Winter each year, Charlie works incessantly, to raise the funds necessary to provide Christmas to thousands of underprivileged kids and their families living in various shelters and programs throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. He has touched the lives of so many children by etching in their memory, a positive and loving picture of Christmas despite the problems that plague them and their families during the holidays. Last year Christmas Magic reached over 12,000 deserving children. Charlie is proud to serve as Board Chair for the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless and enjoys the synergy between the Coalition, Hope House, and Christmas Magic which has been created and has helped to enhance the lives of so many. Through his charitable activities, Charlie has developed an area of legal expertise unique to Long Island. He has vast experience in New York State Not-For-Profit Corporate Law- guiding corporations through the legal and bureaucratic maze of complicated financing, which is necessary for providing millions of dollars in revenue to create housing for the disabled and homeless. He is also a Founder and Board Member of the Empire National Bank in Islandia, New York. As a result of his efforts, he has been recognized by numerous community service agencies and most recently was presented with the prestigious New York State Bar Association Root/Stimson Award.

Travis Dunsmoor

Hurricane, UT

Travis Dunsmoor is an attorney at Ruesch Reeve Werrett & Jones, PLLC, practicing law in Nevada for nine years before relocating to Southern Utah. He is an experienced litigator in personal injury, civil litigation, construction law, products liability, business law, real estate, water law, administrative law, estate planning, and probate. He is a Life Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and is licensed in Utah and Nevada.

Parker Van Sant

Atlanta, GA

Parker Van Sant has been practicing with Van Sant Law since 2016, focusing exclusively on personal injury law in Georgia. He graduated with honors from Auburn University in 2009 with a Bachelor's Degree in International Business and received his Juris Doctor with honors from Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School in 2016.

Sargis G. Atanous

Monterey, CA

Sargis G. Atanous began his legal career in 1995 representing insurance companies, where he witnessed their tactics to avoid compensating deserving victims. This experience motivated him to switch his focus to exclusively represent injured individuals, battling insurance companies for nearly 30 years. He thrives on fighting for his clients in court, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. Outside of work, he enjoys tennis, family time, golf, and is an avid musician and vintage drum collector, volunteering to teach music to underprivileged youth.

James M. Peterson

Wilmington, MA

Jim graduated from the Massachusetts School of Law in 1991, University of Massachusetts - Lowell in 1981. He became a Wilmington police officer in 1983, and served as Police Prosecutor in the Woburn District Court from 1991 to 2004. He retired from the police force as a detective in 2004. He has extensive experience in patrol, traffic and commercial vehicle enforcement, and police investigations. He opened his law firm in 1991. Jim handles criminal cases, from Clerk’s hearings through trial. He represents clients in Registry of Motor Vehicle hearings and Registry Board of Appeals. He also represents clients in personal injury cases, family law and civil litigation matters, at mediation and arbitration. He practices in the Probate, District and Superior Courts.

Darren M. Finebloom

Sarasota, FL

Mr. Finebloom is a fighter and has been recognized for his many achievements. Florida Injury Attorney Darren M. Finebloom has tried over 75 cases to a jury in the following counties: Sarasota, Hillsborough, Manatee, Orange, and Pinellas County. Has a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating, has achieved the highest possible rating by Martindale-Hubbell, AV Preeminent, and has been recognized as a top lawyer in Florida by SuperLawyer Magazine (2016-2018). His clients and peers all rate him among the top attorneys in the state. Darren Finebloom focuses his practice on representing victims who have been injured by the negligence of others. After earning his B.A. in Criminology from Florida State University, Mr. Finebloom graduated Cum Laude the top 10% of his class from Cleveland Marshall College of Law in 2001. Upon finishing law school Mr. Finebloom wanted trial experience so he took a job at the Office of The Public Defender in Sarasota County. While employed as Public Defender. Mr. Finebloom tried over 30 cases to a jury in a two-year period. In 2004, Mr. Finebloom joined forces with talented former prosecutor David Haenel to form a personal injury firm. Mr. Finebloom is a former professional soccer player and the law has filled his need for competition. He lives in Tampa Florida with his wife and two girls.

Paul J. Minnillo

Cincinnati, OH

Paul J. "P.J." Minnillo is a founding shareholder in the law firm of Minnillo Law Group Co., LPA where his practice is concentrated in representing individuals and small businesses in chapter 7, chapter 11, and chapter 13 bankruptcy proceedings. He received his law degree from the Cleveland Marshall College of Law in 1995 and his undergraduate degree in from the University of Cincinnati in 1992. He is admitted to the Ohio Bar and the Federal Bar for the Southern District of Ohio. He is a member of the Cincinnati Bar Association, the Clermont County Bar Association, the American Bankruptcy Institute, and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.

Stephen P. McLaughlin

Yonkers, NY

Steve McLaughlin is an experienced trial and appellate attorney who represents clients in business disputes, commercial and financing disputes, insurance coverage and bad faith claims, product liability, transportation litigation and employment related matters. Steve has successfully litigated cases at both the trial and appellate levels throughout the United States. Steve also advises clients on risk management and legal compliance and practice, he coordinates national defense strategies and conducts reviews of corporate protocols. He is the Managing Partner of Ansa Assuncao’s New York office.

Adrian Meza

Rockville, MD

Adrian Meza manages the firm's Virginia office. Fluent in English and Spanish, he is a 2003 Rutgers Law School graduate. With over a decade at the firm, he is knowledgeable in all aspects of personal injury claims, including litigation. He is passionate about his clients' cases and works to secure the compensation they deserve. The firm, under his leadership in Virginia, maintains its Top Tier rating by U.S News and World Report and highest Martindale-Hubbell rating.

Gene Riddle

Charlotte, NC

Gene Riddle is a founding member of Riddle & Riddle, a law firm that employs 10 attorneys with more than 190 years of combined legal experience. He is an experienced and award-winning trial attorney. Since 2000 alone, Gene’s firm has recovered over $850 million in total compensation for clients. Gene is quick to stress his family’s deep North Carolina ties. A Stanly County native, he grew up in Aberdeen after moving from Albemarle. He has practiced law in North Carolina since September 1985.

Jorge Angulo

Pinellas Park, FL

Jorge Angulo is an experienced and dedicated attorney based in Pinellas Park, Florida, with over 25 years of legal practice. He is the founder of Angulo Law Office, P.A. and specializes in criminal defense, personal injury, business law, employment law, and traffic law. Jorge is fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication with a diverse clientele. He is committed to providing high-quality legal representation, offering free criminal defense consultations and working on a contingency basis for personal injury cases. His dedication to justice and his clients' rights makes him a sought-after attorney in the area.

Robert B. Keyes

Norwalk, CT

Robert B. Keyes is an associate attorney focusing on Personal Injury, Premises Liability, and Worker’s Compensation. He has successfully represented numerous clients in civil trials, mediations, arbitrations, and worker's compensation hearings.

Susan Veltry is an attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializing in traffic tickets, aggravated unlicensed operation, suspended license restoration, personal injury, and criminal defense. She serves clients across Long Island, Upstate New York, and the 5 Boroughs.

Gabriel L. Anderson

Phoenix, AZ

Gabriel Anderson is an Senior Associate Attorney at Rafi Law Group. He has over 10 years of professional legal experience, where he has handled a wide array of different cases. He is a client-focused attorney with expertise in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Social Security Disability, Tax Negotiation, and Product Liability cases. Gabriel prides himself on meticulous research and trial preparation. His skills range from mediation, negotiation, preparing, and arguing cases. He has a consistent, winning track record of serving clients while upholding the highest moral and ethical standards. He has also won the Attorney of the Year award from the Inland Empire Latino Lawyers Association and has also provided pro bono services to the underserved. Gabriel is originally from Southern California and grew up in Torrance, CA. He then moved to San Bernardino, CA before finally moving to Phoenix in 2015. In his off time, he is an active runner and snowboarder but loves attending live music events because of his passion for the arts.

Julio A. de Armas

Miami, FL

Julio A. de Armas is a Miami-Dade native and experienced litigator. He primarily handles personal injury, contractual disputes, construction law, real estate litigation, and bankruptcy. He is licensed in Florida and New York and admitted to federal courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida. He is a member of the Coral Gables Bar Association and Cuban American Bar Association.

SEAN M. WHITT

Ashland, KY

Sean M. Whitt’s practice is heavily devoted to litigation. He practices before multiple state and federal courts in Kentucky. He has argued cases before the Kentucky Court of Appeals and the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit on matters involving industrial personal injuries and health care breaches of contract. Sean has been involved in many jury trials, administrative hearings, arbitrations, and mediations. Sean’s practice has primarily involved matters of personal injury due to motor vehicle accidents, industrial accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability for both plaintiffs and defendants. Additionally, Sean represents multiple banking institutions in lender disputes and commercial transactions, industrial manufacturers in construction disputes, interstate fuel and lubricants suppliers, insurance defense assignments and several Boards of Education throughout Eastern Kentucky. In the area of personal injury litigation, Sean has defended several personal injury and wrongful death claims on behalf of industrial manufacturers where employees of contractors were injured. In these cases, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration was involved and the Plaintiffs were seeking millions of dollars in recovery. Likewise, Sean has defended physicians and medical centers for alleged medical malpractice. For a plaintiff, Sean recently litigated and settled a medical malpractice case where a surgeon and medical center left an operative sponge in the plaintiff’s abdomen. In commercial transactions, Sean recently handled financial transactions between borrowers and banking lenders for the construction of a prominent hotel chain and national restaurant franchise. The land purchase and construction costs exceed $10,000,000. In the area of construction disputes, Sean has defended several multi-million dollar disputes between industrial manufacturers and equipment and installation contractors. In one such case, Sean was a part of a defense team that arbitrated over 81 hearing days in two years time in Atlanta, Georgia. In that case, a three-member arbitration panel heard evidence concerning claims and counterclaims exceeding $200 million.

Alan Starker

Feasterville, PA

Alan Starker graduated from the George Washington University with a B.A. in International Affairs in 1982 and earned a Jurist Doctorate Law Degree in 1985 from the Delaware Law School of Widener University. Mr. Starker has extensive jury trial experience in litigation involving death and catastrophic personal injury. Over the years, Mr. Starker has worked extensively with injured plaintiffs in complex personal injury and products liability cases involving auto, truck and school bus manufacturers, seat and seat belt manufacturers, tool and die manufacturers and tire changing machine manufacturers. Mr. Starker has successfully litigated and resolved cases involving vehicle rollovers, airbag failures, liquor and dram shop wrongful death, construction and work-site injuries, architectural design, medical malpractice, fire litigation involving wrongful death, pool design, governmental entities and road design, premises liability, general negligence as well as a variety of motor vehicle liability cases. Mr. Starker has also litigated insurance coverage disputes and other business litigation involving non-compete clauses. Mr. Starker is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the State of New Jersey, United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Mr. Starker has received an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell for both professional competence and ethical integrity.

Benjamin L. Traver

Phoenix, AZ

Benjamin Traver is a Senior Associate Attorney at Rafi Law Group, specializing in car accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death cases. He is a skilled lawyer dedicated to providing excellent legal representation to accident victims to maximize their recovery. Benjamin earned his undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University and his Juris Doctor from Arizona State University, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. He was subsequently admitted to the State Bar of Arizona. Outside of work, Benjamin enjoys spending quality time with his wife McKenzie and country swing dancing.

Keith Knight

Phoenix, AZ

Keith Knight, born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, also spent time in St. Petersburg, Florida. He earned both his undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor from Arizona State University, where he developed a strong foundation in advocacy and a commitment to serving others. Keith has dedicated his legal career exclusively to personal injury law. His focus, drive, and compassion make him an effective advocate for his clients, ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve. Outside of the office, Keith enjoys biking, playing and watching soccer, and spending quality time with his family and friends.