Mandarin-Speaking Attorneys

Holly Ostrov Ronai

New York, NY

Holly Ostrov Ronai, Esq. received her Juris Doctor Degree, Cum Laude, from Yeshiva University, Benjamin Cardozo School of Law in New York City. She is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum®, The Top Trial Lawyers in America®, and has been selected for New York Metro Super Lawyers. She co-founded Ronai & Ronai, LLP, in 1996.

Jonathan N. Portner

Columbia, MD

Mr. Portner is the President and Managing Partner of Portner & Shure, P.A. He is licensed to practice in MD, VA, and D.C. and represents clients in criminal defense, personal injury (motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, drug and medical device injuries). He supervises seven offices and ten lawyers, securing millions in settlements and trial awards, with over $400 million recovered. He is known for his aggressive yet fair approach, focusing on client satisfaction and results. He is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Lawyers of Distinction, recognized as a top trial lawyer in America. He has been featured in Time Magazine and The National Law Journal, and recognized by the National Top 100 Trial Lawyers for personal injury, workers’ compensation, and criminal defense. Other accolades include American Top 100 Attorneys, Million Dollar, Best Attorneys of America, and Lawyer of the Year for Criminal Defense. State-level recognition includes "Top 10" in Maryland by the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, One of Maryland’s Top 10 Attorneys, and "10 Best" for Criminal Law. He was also named Personal Injury Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers and a Top Rated Attorney by AVVO. He has dedicated firm resources to non-English speaking clients, providing services in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.

Matthew R. Thibodeau

Duluth, MN

Matthew R. Thibodeau is a partner at Trial Group North, specializing in Asbestos Defense, Contracts, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Silica and Catalyst Defense, Trucking and Motor Vehicle Accidents, Construction, and Workers' Compensation. He is licensed in Minnesota since 1997, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. He holds a J.D. from the University of Minnesota Law School and a B.A. from the University of St. Thomas. Matthew has received numerous honors and awards, including Minnesota Lawyer Attorneys of the Year, Minnesota Super Lawyer Rising Star multiple times, Top Ten Outstanding Young Minnesotans, Paul Harris Fellow, B. Warren Hart Distinguished Service Award, Founders Day Award, and the DRI SLDO Diversity Award. He is actively involved in various professional associations and community service initiatives, and is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, Aymara, and Quechua.

Julie Oliver-Zhang

Washington, DC

Ms. Oliver-Zhang is the Managing Partner and founder of Oliver-Zhang Law, driven by a mission to remedy injustice. She provides exceptional legal services from personal injury to immigration, with a compassionate approach to clients. She has an AV-Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell, honored as a Rising Star Super Lawyer and Top Attorney (2014-2020), Super Lawyer (2020-2025), Top 40 Attorneys Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers, Associate Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America, and Best Washington, D.C. Personal Injury Attorney by Forbes Advisor (2024-2025). She has a track record of multi-million dollar recoveries in complex civil litigation, including pharmaceutical products, medical malpractice, car accidents, and consumer protection. She is highly successful in obtaining immigration benefits, even in tough cases, and is committed to pro bono service. As a native Chinese speaker, she represents those with language barriers.

Sam Bass

Rock Hill, SC

Sam Bass is a pillar of his profession who continues to wow his clients at every turn. Sam sets himself apart and has earned a reputation as a highly successful personal injury attorney. He is licensed to practice law in South Carolina as well as multiple federal courts. He concentrates on representing victims of car accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, motorcycle accidents, and workers’ compensation claims. Inspired by the injustices he’s seen large insurance companies and corporations attempt, Attorney Sam Bass makes it his mission to hold them accountable and seek justice for his clients. Sam earned his Juris Doctor from The University of South Carolina School of Law in 2008, after an impressive undergraduate and postgraduate experience. Upon graduating from Washington & Lee University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, Sam combined his love for travel and service by teaching English to preschoolers in Taiwan. After completing law school Sam was awarded a full scholarship by the Ministry of Education to study Chinese at National Taiwan University. It is this kind of well-rounded experience, patience, and superb communication skills that make Sam a worthy attorney for the people. Sam has tried a diverse range of cases as both a prosecutor and in private practice. This versatile courtroom attorney learned from experience that his most important fight is for you, the individual. His passion to fight for the rights of victims and prevent those victims from being steam-rolled, strong-armed, and bullied by insurance companies led him to join Stewart Law Offices in 2015. Sam became a certified mediator in 2019. When Sam is not hard at work fighting for the rights of his clients, you are likely to find him at home manning the smoker in search of barbeque perfection for his wife Elizabeth, and their three children. Though he spends the majority of his days working hard for his clients, his most cherished part of each day is tucking in his precious little ones while reading their favorite bedtime stories. If you have been injured and need help, Attorney Sam Bass and the legal team at Stewart Law Offices are here to fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.

James Lo

Brooklyn, NY

James Lo is the founder and managing partner of James Lo, Esq., P.C., concentrating his practice in plaintiff’s personal injury litigation. He is well-known in the New York Chinese-American communities for successfully representing individuals and families injured or killed in accidents. With over 25 years of experience, he has litigated cases in New York State and federal courts, recovering millions for clients. James has been recognized by Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, and Expertise.com. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Hofstra University and is active in the Asian American Bar Association of New York. His philosophy centers on fighting for injured clients and treating them with care and professionalism.

Michael S. Wampold

Seattle, WA

Michael S. Wampold is a Seattle native and third-generation trial lawyer. He graduated magna cum laude from Yale University and attended the University of Washington School of Law. He has achieved numerous multimillion-dollar jury verdicts, received the Washington State Association for Justice Trial Lawyer of the Year award, and is a member of prestigious legal organizations like the American College of Trial Lawyers and the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is also an active community member and teaches trial advocacy at UW School of Law.

Gary K. Walch

Calabasas, CA

Gary K. Walch is the founder and senior attorney of the Law Offices of Gary K. Walch, A Law Corporation. Licensed in California since 1975, he has over 45 years of experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases, recovering over $100 million for clients. He is a UCLA School of Law graduate and has received multiple 'Personal Injury Attorney of the Year' awards.

Samuel Kane

Las Cruces, NM

Samuel Kane is known for his precision in the courtroom and his relentless dedication to clients. After earning his Juris Doctor degree with honors from the University of Miami School of Law-graduating magna cum laude and receiving the prestigious Order of the Coif distinction-he clerked for District Judge Robert C. Brack in the federal court in Las Cruces, New Mexico. That experience, seeing cases from a judge’s perspective, shaped the strategic approach he brings to every case. That, plus his years contracting with the Las Cruces public defender’s office handling trials every month, honed his ability to think quickly and advocate effectively in high-pressure situations. In 2004, Samuel founded the Law Offices of Samuel Kane. Since then he has tried more than 1,000 bench and jury cases, and found his passion helping those with serious personal injury matters. Sam is also a licensed commercial pilot, instrument rated and dual-engine rated-a pursuit that mirrors the discipline, focus, and attention to detail he brings to his legal practice. It also makes him very familiar with aviation accidents and the details they involve. When he’s not in the courtroom or in the air, Samuel enjoys staying active and giving back to the Las Cruces community. His work is guided by one clear priority: securing justice for his clients, no matter how complex the fight.

Brad Wilmoth

St. Louis, MO

I’ve worked hard enough in my career to achieve multiple million-dollar verdicts and settlements for my clients. That said, I treat every client the same. If you want the best result possible, give me a call.

Glen Howard

Las Vegas, NV

Glen Howard is the founder of Howard Injury Law, established in 2017. He has over 20 years of legal experience, specializing exclusively in plaintiffs' personal injury law since 2007. He graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.S. in Resource Management in 1998 and earned his Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2003. Prior to founding his firm, he worked for a multi-state insurance defense firm and high-volume personal injury law firms in Las Vegas. He is licensed in Nevada, California, Colorado, Arizona, and federal courts. Glen is an active member of the Clark County Bar Association and the Nevada Justice Association. He has successfully recovered over $75 million for his clients across thousands of cases, including auto accidents, slip & falls, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. He is known for his compassionate, client-focused approach, treating every client like family, and aggressively pursuing maximum compensation.

Todd S. Richardson

Clarkston, WA

Todd S. Richardson is an attorney licensed in Idaho, Washington, Federal Courts, and Nez Perce Tribal Court. He graduated from the University of Idaho College of Law in 1998 and has been practicing since 1997, starting as a Public Defender for the City of Clarkston. He currently serves as City Attorney for Clarkston and prosecutes misdemeanors for Clarkston and Asotin. His practice areas include Personal Injury, Family Law, and Criminal Defense. He is a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College and has received numerous recognitions including National Trial Lawyers Top 100 (2020-2023) and National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Nation’s Top 1 Percent (2021-2022).

Mark Gray

New York, NY

Mark Gray is the founder of Gray Injury Law, established in 1996. He focuses on personal injury cases to secure compensation for clients and deter negligent behavior. With over two decades of experience, he is a first-rate negotiator known for impressive settlements and a hands-on approach to helping injury victims rebuild their lives. He is dedicated to giving back to the communities where he works and lives.

Robert S. Walch

Calabasas, CA

Robert S. Walch is a partner and COO at Law Offices of Gary K. Walch, A Law Corporation. Admitted to the California State Bar in 2006, he handles an extensive caseload in serious injury and wrongful death accidents across California. He is a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law and has been recognized as 'Personal Injury Attorney of the Year' for 2014.

Matthew G. Knopp

Seattle, WA

Matthew G. Knopp is an attorney at PWRFL with over 30 years of experience representing plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death claims, particularly in medical negligence, construction accidents, and product liability. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Washington in 1979. He has served on the Board of Governors of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ), is a former Chair of its Medical Negligence Section, and is consistently ranked as a "Super Lawyer®" by Washington Law & Politics magazine.

John Macfarlane is a University of Utah College of Law graduate. He has represented hundreds in malpractice, injury, and wrongful death cases. He is admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Utah and Idaho. He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Donald J. Kaufman

Glenwood Springs, CO

Donald J. Kaufman is an Attorney at Law with over 28 years of experience in Colorado, specializing in workers' compensation. He is also a Professor of Law at Colorado Mountain College and has received numerous awards including 'Locals’ Choice' and recognition by U.S. News & World Report 'Best Lawyers® 2024'. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Derek Deake Lim

Fremont, CA

Derek Lim was born and raised in Hong Kong and graduated from the renowned Diocesan’s Boys School. He furthered his studies at University of California, Riverside, majoring in Economics. Passionate to help the immigrant population, the disadvantaged, and the disabled, he attended law school at San Francisco New College of Law. Derek has practiced law for 20 years, and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the American Trial Lawyers Association. In 2022, Derek was selected for the Northern California Super Lawyers list for his legal work in immigration and personal injury, a distinction awarded to the top 5% of attorneys. For many years, he wrote a weekly column on immigration law for the Sing Tao Daily, the largest and most influential Chinese newspaper in the US. He is also featured on various Chinese Radio stations in northern California as an expert on immigration law. Derek Lim speaks six languages, including English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Chaozhou Dialect, Thai, and Lao. Because of his language proficiency, and his desire to help the immigrant population, Derek Lim focused his practice on immigration law. Over the years he has helped thousands of clients from all around the world obtain U.S. permanent residency and citizenship. Besides immigration law, Derek Lim also specializes in California personal injury law, estate law (drafting wills and trusts) and family law (drafting, review or implementing modifications to prenuptial and post-marital agreements).

Marcus Spagnoletti

Houston, TX

Marcus Spagnoletti is an attorney and founder of Spagnoletti Law Firm, dedicated to representing seriously injured clients in personal injury, commercial, and transactional matters. He has experience in state, federal, and international courts, and is recognized as a '2019 Power Lawyer' and 'Law360 Rising Star'.

Caleb Edward Brown is a licensed attorney in Louisiana and Mississippi, practicing in the firm's Personal Injury Department. He represents individuals with serious injuries from offshore and admiralty accidents, 18-wheeler and other auto accidents, pharmaceutical and medical products injuries, asbestos exposure and mesothelioma, products liability, and other serious injury and death claims. He graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi (B.A. in International Studies with a minor in Mandarin Chinese, 2014) and the University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 2019). He also studied at Beijing Language and Culture University, Cambridge University: Downing College, and The Hague Academy of International Law. During law school, he was a Senator of the Student Bar Association, Senior Editor of the Mississippi Journal of Space Law, Managing Editor of the Mississippi Sports Law Review, a member of the Honor Council, Secretary and President of the Gorove Society of International Law, Education Chair of the Black Law Student Association, and a staff member of the Business Law Forum. He previously worked as a Summer Legal Clerk with the Supreme Court of Mississippi. Caleb joined Simien & Simien in April 2021.

Scott Ashton

Fair Oaks, CA

Scott Ashton holds an undergraduate degree in history and a joint JD/MBA from UCLA. He also studied abroad in China, learning Mandarin Chinese. He passed the California state bar on his first attempt and worked in investment banking in Hong Kong, Jakarta, Singapore, and Sydney. He is a two-time full Ironman triathlon finisher and has achieved All World Athlete-Ironman status. He is a descendant of notable historical figures including Richard Henry Lee, John Augustine Washington, Bushrod Washington, and George Washington. He has achieved multiple million-dollar personal injury results.

Clarence K. Chan

Stockton, CA

Clarence K. Chan is a lifelong Stockton, California resident and attorney with over 25 years of experience representing clients in the Central Valley. He specializes in estate planning, real estate and business litigation, and personal injury. Mr. Chan is fluent in Cantonese and proficient in Mandarin, and has been actively involved in numerous community organizations.

Luis A. Perez

Dallas, TX

Luis A. Perez is a dedicated personal injury attorney serving the Hispanic community in Texas. A native Spanish speaker, he received his undergraduate education at Yale and his law degree from St. Mary's School of Law. He applies his extensive legal knowledge and experience, gained from working with top Texas injury attorneys, to help clients navigate the legal system and secure fair compensation.

Jessica Kane

Las Cruces, NM

Jessica Kane has always had a love of children and a desire to help those who have faced hardship, tragedy, and pain. Jessica started her career as a school guidance counselor and a licensed therapist specifically so she could help children in need find a positive way forward. This often included counseling, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and more. Jessica then went on to become a paralegal at the Law Offices of Samuel Kane, where she saw the suffering and pain that came with personal injury and tragic loss, especially when children and families were involved. This inspired her to earn her Juris Doctorate from the Mitchell Hamline School of Law, becoming an attorney so she could help families get compensation and, eventually, closure. Her experience with children and the ways in which they process trauma help inform her approach to clients, especially minors and their families. Along with personal injury cases involving minors, Jessica has also successfully tackled cases involving active military and veterans, as well as wrongful death suits. Her clients appreciate her patience and compassion in the most difficult moments, paired with an unwavering determination when pursuing justice on their behalf. Outside of her law practice, Jessica is an avid “rim-to-rim” hiker, marathon runner, and a mother to five wonderful children. Her dream is to grow the practice so that it “runs like a big firm, but is personal like a small one.” Her patience and compassion when working with clients is matched only by her tenacity and determination when fighting for their cause.