Polish-Speaking Attorneys

Adam Studnicki

Phoenix, AZ

Adam Studnicki is the founder of Studnicki Law Firm, a Phoenix personal injury lawyer with over 30 years of experience. He graduated with honors from Harvard Law School and has a 99% success rate, recovering over $100 million for his clients. He has received numerous awards and recognitions, including Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers, and holds Martindale-Hubbell's highest AV Preeminent rating.

Thomas T. Glasgow

Schaumburg, IL

Thomas T. Glasgow is the founder and partner at Glasgow & Olsson, a highly respected legal authority in criminal defense, administrative law, and civil litigation. His distinguished career spans over three decades, successfully handling complex and high-profile cases in Cook, McHenry, Lake, Kane, DuPage, and surrounding counties. He has secured settlements exceeding $8 million and delivered victories in cases involving murder, self-defense, drug trafficking, aggravated felony DUI, and DUI defense. Mr. Glasgow earned his Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1994 and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Mississippi in 1990. He also pursued Business and Management with certificates in Leadership and Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School from 2022-2024. He is a published author, adjunct professor, and sought-after speaker, teaching legal seminars for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education and the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation. His expert legal analysis is frequently sought by major media outlets including CNN, FOX News, ABC, CBS, and NBC, and his work has been featured in numerous national and local publications. He holds an Avvo “Superb” rating and has received numerous professional accolades, including selection as a Super Lawyer and recognition among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America. He is admitted to practice before the Illinois Supreme Court, U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Central, and Southern Districts of Illinois, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. He previously served as a Cook County State’s Attorney and Chief of Medical Prosecutions for the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.

Peter C. Wachowski

Park Ridge, IL

Peter C. Wachowski is a highly experienced and respected personal injury lawyer and partner at Bellas & Wachowski. He has over 30 years of experience, is known for his dedication to clients, strong litigation skills, and commitment to the community. He has achieved numerous multi-million dollar settlements and has been recognized as one of 'Forty Chicago Lawyers Under Forty to Watch'. He is fluent in Polish and English.

Jason Smollar

Staten Island, NY

Jason Smollar is the "Smollar" in Savino & Smollar and a dedicated partner in the firm. A relentless advocate, he fully understands your rights and is committed to securing the compensation you deserve. Jason is actively involved in the firm, having deeply studied personal injury law to better serve both his clients and the community.

Pawel P. Wierzbicki

New York, NY

Pawel P. Wierzbicki is a partner at Block O’Toole & Murphy, specializing in catastrophic injuries from work accidents, premises liability, and motor vehicle accidents. He is bilingual in Polish and English and has secured numerous substantial settlements, including top construction accident settlements in New York. He is recognized as a Super Lawyers 'Rising Star' and by The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40.

Joel Gould

Chicago, IL

Joel Gould is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney with over 30 years of legal experience. He has handled over 1,000 cases and more than 400 trials, securing millions of dollars in compensation for clients in personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers' compensation cases. He has been recognized as a top trial lawyer in Illinois for criminal defense and DUI.

Peter C. Wachowski

Park Ridge, IL

Peter Wachowski, a principal in the Park Ridge Law firm Bellas & Wachowski Attorneys at Law, distinguishes himself as one of Chicago's most powerful lawyers in his ability to wield influence in his professional community and express generous sensitivity to clients' needs. Recognized by the Chicago Daily Bulletin in 2000 as one of 40 Lawyers under 40 to watch, Peter has established himself as a superb litigator and a zealous advocate of his clients who concentrates in the areas of Personal Injury, Worker's Compensation and Civil Litigation. Dedicated to his legal vocation, he successfully counsels and eagerly fights for survivors and families affected by serious personal injuries arising from motor vehicle collisions, products liability, medical malpractice, premises liability, and construction accidents. Peter takes pride in helping a wide array of clients and believes that being an excellent lawyer means more than winning a big verdict. Despite his impressive and proven track record of securing major settlements and verdicts for his clients, Peter's main hope is that his versatile, top-notch legal expertise and impeccable professional integrity contribute to the prestige of the legal profession and make his community a better place to live.

Clinton O. Middleton

Leesburg, VA

Attorney Clinton O. Middleton has over 30 years of legal experience, starting his career as a criminal defense lawyer and expanding into personal injury and mass tort cases over 20 years ago. He zealously represents clients in criminal defense, personal injury, and mass torts, including cases involving Depo-Provera, hair relaxers, Taxotere, AFFF foam exposure, and Roundup.

Eric A. Polinsky

Hartford, CT

Attorney Eric Polinsky has been with the Firm since 1991. In addition to concentrating in the area of worker's compensation, Eric handles general personal injury claims such as motor vehicle accidents, fall downs and animal bites. Since being recognized in 2012 by the Connecticut Bar Association as a Workers' Compensation Specialist, he has furthered the firm's practice in the areas of Traumatic Brain Injury and Worker's Compensation. He is a graduate of Brandeis University, cum laude, and New England School of Law - Boston, both located in Massachusetts. He personally helped to design and develop much of the computerized law office management and technology systems used by the firm. He is a member of the Connecticut Bar Association, Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Brain Injury Association of Connecticut and the American Association of Justice. Over the years he has served on the Board of Avon Dollars for Scholars, a charitable organization focused on providing scholarships to local students attending college, as well as on the Democratic Town Committee of Avon, where he served as an officer of each organization. He is active in community affairs and has been involved as a volunteer and assistant coach in Avon Little League, Farmington Valley Mudhogs and Avon Soccer, and has been an active supporter of Avon High School Football and the Avon High School Booster Club. Attorney Polinsky lives in Avon with his wife Jill and their two sons Brett and Alex.

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.

Andrew Domin

Chicago, IL

Andrew P. Domin is a bilingual (Polish Speaking) partner of the firm. Mr. Domin has extensive trial experience and an impressive track record of settlements. He was raised by his Polish immigrant parents and went to Quigley South High. He grew from a young intern at the Chicago Mayor’s Office into a prosecutor at the Department of Professional Regulation. Mr. Domin earned his juris doctorate from Loyola University School of Law in 1991. He is proud to support and active in the Polish community and is involved with the Polish American Association concerning workplace injuries and workers’ compensation rights. He has conducted trials on behalf of injured workers and accident victims throughout the state of Illinois including DuPage, Will and LaSalle counties. He has obtained numerous record settlements before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. Mr. Domin was a member of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association and of the Trial Lawyers of America. His prior and current clients include members of the Local 597, Operating Engineers Local 150, and employees of the CTA and the City of Chicago. He has conducted numerous lectures for Polish immigrants at the request of the Polish American Association addressing the issues of workplace injuries and workers’ rights.

Jeffrey L. Polinsky

Hartford, CT

Attorney Jeffrey Polinsky has practiced law in the greater Hartford area since 1982. A graduate of Boston University and Franklin Pierce School of Law, he represents victims of accidents with injuries ranging from back and neck sprains to traumatic brain injuries. He is a member of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut, the National Head Injury Foundation, and the American Association of Justice. and Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association. He currently serves on various committees of the Brain Injury Association of Connecticut and has served on the Board of Directors of Asian Family Services (a non-profit social service agency focused on providing needed services to the Asian Community throughout Connecticut). Attorney Polinsky lives in Avon with his wife, Karen, and three daughters, Emily, Rachel and Samantha.

Michael J. Lichner

Joliet, IL

Michael J. Lichner is an experienced Illinois personal injury lawyer, recognized as a Top 100 National Trial Lawyer. His practice concentrates on personal injury cases, and he has over a decade of experience.

Stanislav Ladnik

Brooklyn, NY

Stanislav Ladnik is the founder and managing attorney at The Law Office of Stanislav Ladnik. He is a forceful and skilled advocate for his clients, possessing a unique combination of compassion, skill, and advocacy in personal injury law. He intimately understands New York law and the insurance industry. He and his team handle personal injury cases in Brooklyn and throughout New York City. He has nearly a decade of experience and has recovered millions in compensation for clients.

S. Michael Musa-Obregon

Maspeth, NY

S. Michael Musa-Obregon is the founding attorney and head of Musa-Obregon Law PC. He is a former New York City prosecutor with extensive experience in criminal defense, including white collar crimes, sex crimes, violent crimes, and domestic violence, as well as immigration law, deportation, asylum, residency, citizenship, and business immigration. He is a veteran criminal trial lawyer known for achieving extraordinary results for his clients. He is fluent in Spanish, has a working knowledge of French, and understands some Polish and Arabic.

Lawrence Jackowiak

Chicago, IL

Lawrence Jackowiak is the principal attorney and founder of Jackowiak Law Offices, established in 1996. He is recognized for his aggressive advocacy in personal injury and civil rights cases, having litigated both criminal and civil cases in state and federal courts. He graduated from Northern Illinois University and Golden Gate University School of Law. His work has been featured in major local and national media.

Raymond Ryduchowski

Wallington, NJ

Raymond Ryduchowski is an attorney licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. He provides legal counseling and representation to individuals and businesses, specializing in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Family Law, Criminal Law, Contractor Liens/Disputes, Traffic Tickets/DWI, Wills, and Immigration matters. He is a graduate of Rutgers University and New York Law School, and speaks fluent Polish, serving the Polish/American community.

Mariusz "Mario" Sniarowski has dedicated his career to personal injury law with a deep commitment to helping clients secure the justice and compensation they deserve. Fluent in Polish, he is especially attuned to the cultural and linguistic needs of Polish-speaking clients, ensuring they feel fully understood and supported. He has achieved remarkable results, including a $6 million settlement for a construction worker and multiple other multi-million dollar outcomes. Mario is active in community service, particularly through his work with the Polish community, and has been awarded the “Knight’s Cross” and the “100th Anniversary of Polish Independence Medal” by the Republic of Poland.

Amanda L. Zink

Chicago, IL

Ms. Zink is a litigation partner who focuses her practice on the defense of personal injury, premises liability, construction liability, employer liability, and product liability claims. Ms. Zink has exceptional research and writing skills and has won over 23 motions for summary judgment for her clients. Her high attention to detail, organization and clear and concise arguments regarding complex matters give her clients a distinct advantage in the courtroom.

Emily K. Lavelle

New York, NY

Emily Lavelle Esq., Vice President & Managing Attorney at Lavelle Law Firm is a diligent personal injury attorney who practices in NY, PA, TN & MO. She graduated with Summa Cum Laude from St John's University where she was also a member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. She then graduated as a Dean's list graduate from St. John's University School of Law. There, she received the CALI Award for being the highest-scoring student in her law class. She belongs to many organizations such as the New York State Trial Lawyers Association, Supreme Court Historical Society, Portledge Alumni Council & APS Physics Society. She is also an Adjunct Ast. Professor at St. John's University since 2014. She uses her legal expertise to help those who have been injured in accidents, as well as help the general public through philanthropy & volunteer work.

Samuel Tsinman

Rahway, NJ

Samuel Tsinman graduated from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2010 and was admitted to the New Jersey Bar and U.S. District Court District of New Jersey in 2011. He practices in consumer fraud, personal injury, employment discrimination, criminal defense, and general litigation, with 70% of his practice devoted to litigation. He is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and the Union County Bar Association and speaks Russian, Yiddish, and Polish.

Sylvia K. Rutkowska

Middletown, CT

Attorney Rutkowska joined Arch Law Group in 2010 and focuses her practice on personal injury, civil litigation, land use, and municipal law matters. She has been recognized as a Connecticut Super Lawyer “Rising Star” since 2013, a Connecticut Law Tribune’s New Leader in the Law, and one of Connecticut Women’s Education and Legal Fund’s 40 Women for the Next 40 Years. She received her J.D., cum laude, from Quinnipiac University School of Law and her B.A. from the University of Connecticut. She is admitted to practice in Connecticut and New York.

Magdalena Cuprys

Miami, FL

Magdalena Cuprys received her Juris Doctor from the University of Washington School of Law in 2002. She was admitted to the practice of law in California in 2003 and in Florida in 2006. Before law school, she completed two bachelor’s degrees, one in Political Science and one in Latin American Studies, at the University of Chicago in 1999. Ms. Cuprys is a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and was the Panhellenic President at the University of Chicago. She speaks fluent English, Spanish, and Polish, and is conversant in Russian and Italian. She is the principal attorney of Serving Immigrants (Cuprys and Associates), a full-service immigration law firm offering a complete range of immigration services to both businesses and individuals. She is a seasoned immigration lawyer based in Orlando and Coral Gables, Florida, with years of legal experience working with immigrants of all kinds.

Stephanie Olsson

Schaumburg, IL

Stephanie Olsson is a highly respected attorney and partner at Glasgow & Olsson, known for her strategic litigation skills, deep legal knowledge, and unwavering commitment to her clients’ well-being in family law and domestic relations. With more than a decade of experience, she represents clients in Cook, Lake, McHenry, and Kane counties, handling complex matters with precision and compassion, including high-asset divorce cases, parenting agreements, complex business divisions, and contentious custody disputes. She also focuses on Illinois criminal defense, representing clients in misdemeanor and felony cases, jury trials, bench trials, and driver’s license reinstatement hearings. Ms. Olsson earned her Juris Doctor from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2006 and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois at Chicago, magna cum laude. She previously served as Village Prosecutor for Arlington Heights. She is a published legal author and has taught at Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education seminars on topics such as DUI, driver’s license reinstatement, and complex divorce litigation. Her commitment to excellence has earned her recognition as a Super Lawyer Rising Star multiple times and a Top 10 National Academy of Family Law Attorney.