Russian-Speaking Attorneys

Suzette M. Alfonso

Key West, FL

Attorney Suzette Alfonso, a magna cum laude graduate of Stetson University of Law, has been in private practice for over 23 years. She specializes in civil areas of law including Estate Planning & Probate Administration, Business planning & contracts, Matrimonial law, Medicaid planning & Elder law. Ms. Alfonso is known for her exceptional research, writing, and strategic case planning, always upholding high ethical standards. She was listed in the Watermark as one of the '100 Most Influential People in the Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Orlando areas in 2004' and voted The Gazette’s '1999 Suncoast Select Winner' for excellence in service.

Aryna Anderson

Seattle, WA

Aryna Anderson is an experienced litigator who works tirelessly to get a fair outcome for her clients. For 13 years, she served as an Assistant Attorney General with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, litigating a variety of cases on behalf of the state. She represented the Liquor and Cannabis Board during the marijuana legalization. Immediately before joining Hermann Law Group, for six years Aryna litigated workers’ compensation, wage-and-hour, and worker industrial safety cases. She started her legal journey as an intern with Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, handling criminal appeals. Throughout her career, she has worked on cases in a variety of legal forums: from administrative agencies to superior courts to the court of appeals. Aryna graduated cum laude with her J.D. degree from Seattle University School of Law in 2009. In law school, she received CALI awards (best in class) in Aviation Law and Dispute Resolution. Aryna is an Eagle member of the Washington Association for Justice. She served on the Pierce County Washington Women Lawyers’ Board in various roles for almost a decade, including as the chapter’s co-president, and was a founding member of the Slavic Bar Association of Washington and its first president. In addition to English, she speaks Ukrainian and Russian. Aryna lives in Tacoma with her partner and two children. In her spare time, she enjoys camping and reading. You can contact Aryna at Aryna@HLG.lawyer or 253.426.1614

Sofia Teren

Lyndhurst, OH

Attorney Sofia Teren has extensive experience and an excellent reputation, fiercely and passionately representing clients' best interests, especially in criminal and juvenile cases. She protects constitutional and due process rights and delivers justice. Practicing law in the Greater Cleveland Area for almost a decade, she provides individualized legal services, interacting directly with clients from start to finish. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Law with both an LLM and JD Degree. Sofia Teren is fluent in Russian.

Peter Kapitonov

Maspeth, NY

Peter Kapitonov is a licensed attorney in NY and NJ, managing New Jersey court cases for Musa-Obregon Law PC. He specializes in criminal defense and general immigration, including deportation. A former sergeant in the United States Marines, he served in Fallujah during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science, Magna Cum Laude from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, and graduated cum laude from New York Law School. He is fluent in Russian.

Daniel Roytman

Tulsa, OK

Daniel Roytman is an attorney with a fierce tenacity, representing clients in commercial semi-truck accidents, bad faith claims against insurance corporations, and class action lawsuits against oil companies. Born in Far Rockaway, New York, and fluent in Russian, he brings a unique cultural perspective to his practice, emphasizing civil rights and liberties.

Alexander Markman

Maitland, FL

Alexander Markman is an attorney and shareholder at Jackson Law International, with an office and practice in San Diego, California. His law practice focuses on immigration and civil litigation matters. Prior to joining Jackson Law International, he was in private practice since 1997. Born and raised in Baku, Soviet Republic of Azerbaijan, he is a native Russian speaker. He immigrated to California in 1991 and subsequently pursued a career as an attorney, graduating from Tulane Law School. He is licensed to practice law in California and admitted before various Federal courts.

Niv V. Davidovich

North Hollywood, CA

Niv V. Davidovich is an experienced litigator and counselor with diverse legal experience focusing on representing private developers, landlords/owners, property managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and investors in contract construction litigation, real estate matters, landlord/tenant litigation, commercial lease negotiations, land use issues, intellectual property, entertainment matters, employment disputes, wage and hour claims, general business transactional matters, and commercial business litigation. He also represents corporations in the health field. Niv has substantial trial, arbitration, mediation, administrative, and appellate experience in State and Federal courts. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Southern California in 2002 and his Juris Doctor from Southwestern College of Law in 2006. He is admitted to practice in all California state courts and the United States District Court, Central District. He is fluent in Russian.

Peter Zinkovetsky

New York, NY

Peter Zinkovetsky is the founder of Avenue Law Firm. He is an experienced and highly rated New York attorney who represents local and international clients. Peter has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine for eight years in a row. Rising Star Award is given to less than 2.5 percent of attorneys in New York State. New York Real Estate Journal included Peter Zinkovetsky in their 2018 Ones To Watch List and Avvo awarded him 10/10, the highest rating available. Peter teaches continuing education courses, writes a legal blog, has written articles for the New York Real Estate Journal, and is often invited to participate and present at conferences in the US and worldwide. Peter is often interviewed by the press and has been featured in a number of publications including Forbes, NY Post, The Real Deal, NY Observer, Newsweek, NY Real Estate Journal, and many others. Peter holds a Juris Doctor Degree from New York Law School; a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Finance from Pace University; and is a graduate of the United Nations International School. Peter’s focuses his practice on real estate transactions and property and business insurance.

Karina Asvolinsque

Coral Gables, FL

Karina Asvolinsque is an Associate Attorney at Kurzban Kurzban Tetzeli & Pratt. At the beginning of her career, she represented clients in a wide range of immigration matters, including removal defense, asylum, and petitions for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Karina earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law, where she served as a student intern with the Human Rights Clinic. In that role, she contributed to Shpagina v. Russian Federation, a case decided favorably by the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). She also co-founded and served as Vice President of the Human Rights Society. In addition to her J.D., Karina holds an LL.M. in Intercultural Human Rights from St. Thomas University School of Law, where she was Editor-in-Chief of the Intercultural Human Rights Law Review. Her commitment to international human rights advocacy includes speaking engagements and collaborations with Brazilian-American non-governmental organizations on anti-human trafficking initiatives aimed at prevention, particularly for vulnerable populations. Karina previously served as Volunteer Counsel to the Consulate General of Brazil, assisting Brazilian nationals with U.S. immigration matters. Earlier in her career, she worked for the Consulate General of France in Miami in the Press and Public Affairs Division. She earned her double Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Political Science, from Florida International University. Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, French, and Russian, Karina serves a diverse clientele with empathy and clarity, guided by the belief that justice begins with giving every client a voice.

Olga Fofanova

Baton Rouge, LA

Olga Fofanova, born in Russia, was admitted to practice law there in 2009. She later earned her J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where she was active in the Trial Advocacy program and the Maritime Law Journal. She is admitted to practice before all Louisiana state courts and is fluent in Russian and learning Spanish.

Oleg Gherasimov

Towson, MD

Oleg brings more than a decade of legal experience and a deep, personal understanding of the U.S. immigration system. As both a skilled attorney and an immigrant himself, he draws on both legal expertise and personal experience to guide clients through even the most complex immigration challenges. He has worked with individuals and families from around the world, helping them achieve their immigration goals with thoughtful, strategic, and compassionate representation. Oleg understands that every immigration journey carries significant personal stakes-not only for his clients, but also for their loved ones in the U.S. and abroad. With Oleg, you’re not just hiring an attorney; you’re gaining a dedicated partner who has walked in your shoes. He sees the bigger picture and offers tailored solutions grounded in your unique story. Whether you’re just beginning your path to legal status or facing a tough obstacle, Oleg is committed to walking beside you-fighting for the best possible outcome with empathy, integrity, and determination.

Olga Medyukh

Coral Gables, FL

With over 15 years of dedicated experience in employment law, attorney Olga Medyukh brings comprehensive litigation expertise to every client engagement. Throughout her career, she has successfully represented hundreds of clients across the full spectrum of employment matters-from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims to wrongful termination disputes, wage and overtime violations, and complex severance negotiations. Her litigation practice spans administrative hearings, arbitration proceedings, pre-litigation resolutions, and courtroom advocacy, with a high track record of successful claims. She approaches each case with strategic precision, navigating complex legal frameworks to achieve optimal outcomes while providing clients with personalized, responsive representation at every stage of employment disputes. Her comprehensive employment law approach encompasses both plaintiff and defense representation in all facets of the employer-employee relationship. She excels in developing targeted litigation strategies that address her clients' specific needs while anticipating opposing counsel's approaches. Beyond individual case management, she has demonstrated senior leadership capabilities through team building, mentoring junior attorneys, and implementing comprehensive training programs that elevate organizational performance. Her supervisory experience includes managing legal teams during complex, high-stakes employment litigation, where her analytical approach to case evaluation and strategic decision-making has consistently delivered favorable results in confidential, deadline-driven environments. As the Project Director at Volunteers of Legal Service, she spearheaded the New York State Bar Association's COVID-19 rapid response network addressing unprecedented unemployment issues. She coordinated a network of a dozen law firms and over 200 attorneys, developing comprehensive training systems to enable effective pro bono attorney matching with New Yorkers facing critical unemployment challenges during the pandemic. This initiative demonstrated her ability to mobilize legal resources and provide leadership during a time of extraordinary need.

Iana Zadneprovskaia

Oakland, CA

Iana Zadneprovskaia is a Partner with Pacific Workers’ Compensation. She earned her J.D. at Golden Gate University School of Law, where she was the recipient of Witkin Awards for Academic Excellence in Appellate Advocacy and Criminal Procedure, and CALI Awards for Future Excellence in Real Estate Transactions and Real Estate Finance, respectively. A native of Oryol, Russia, Ms. Zadneprovskaia also holds a Master of Arts in Linguistics from Oryol State University. Prior to joining Farber & Company, Iana worked as an attorney at Law Offices of T. William Hyndman and was a paralegal for six years at Bassi, Edlin, Huie & Blum and Habeas Corpus Resource Center. She’s done pro bono work for the Pro Bono Tax Clinic, the BASF Justice and Diversity Center, and the Eviction Defense Collaborative. In her free time, Iana enjoys yoga, traveling, and spending time with her family. Iana is a Moot Court Board Member and is fluent in Russian.

Ms. Casella focuses her practice in the areas of trusts and estates, and provides direction and guidance to clients in their wealth planning needs. She also practices in the areas of real estate and corporate law and counsels closely held business owners with succession planning, as well as gift and estate tax planning strategies. Ms. Casella’s practice also includes trust and estate administration where she counsels and guides fiduciaries through the probate and administration of a decedent’s estate and advises trustees in the administration of the trust estate. She also handles contested and uncontested estate administration in court proceedings. Renata has been in private practice for the past 15 years after graduating cum laude from New York University in 2005, where she earned a bachelor of arts degree in economics. She earned her Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law in 2008, where she was a participant in the prestigious Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition. She is fluent in Russian and is admitted to practice law in the States of New York and New Jersey.

Rachel Yusupov

Brooklyn, NY

Rachel earned her J.D. from New York Law School as a Global Law Fellow. She is the Founder and practicing attorney at Rachel Yusupov Law Group, P.C., located in the heart of New York City. Rachel has been practicing law since 2021, swiftly earning a reputation for securing some of the largest settlements for her personal injury clients. She fights tirelessly for justice and the maximum compensation her clients deserve.

Attorney Alexander Tsiring, Esq is licensed in the States of New York, as well as the Federal District Courts of New York for the Southern District, and the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. Alexander Tsiring, Esq has previously served as a New York Small Claims Court Arbitrator, as well as Part 137 Attorney-Client Fee Dispute Resolution Arbitrator. Alexander Tsiring is a former NYC Administrative Law Judge. Mr. Tsiring has extensive experience in complex Immigration matters, Matrimonial actions, Real Estate, complex Civil and Supreme Court Litigation. Mr. Tsiring has successfully handled numerous asylum cases and has litigated many deportation and removal cases and trials. Mr. Tsiring represents clients in Immigration Courts all over the United States.

Andrey Udalov

Paramus, NJ

Andrey Udalov is a veteran of the U.S. Army with 10 years of military service. During his time in the U.S. Army, Andrey served a tour in Afghanistan, worked for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency as a Russian Linguist providing language support for arms control missions under various international agreements, and served over two years as an Arms Control Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, Russia. Upon completing his service, Andrey left with an Honorable Discharge to pursue a career in law. Andrey attended Brooklyn Law School, where he took every opportunity to gain litigation experience. His passion for litigation took him to gain experience at Department of Homeland Security, Kings County District Attorney’s Office, and the New York City Law Department. Andrey graduated from Brooklyn Law School with a Juris Doctor in 2020. After graduating from Brooklyn Law School, Andrey worked for the New York City Law Department defending the City of New York in civil lawsuits.

Sean Gold

Hollywood, FL

Sean Gold, Esq., Of Counsel at Levin Litigation, brings over a decade of experience defending major insurers and corporations. Now focused on representing individuals, he leverages his deep industry knowledge to pursue fair compensation for clients.

Stan Shnayder

Feasterville, PA

Stan Shnayder graduated from the Temple University in 2006 with degrees in Political Science and Criminal Justice and earned his Jurist Doctorate Law Degree in 2010 from Western Michigan Law School. Mr. Shnayder has been with Kats, Jamison & Associates since 2010. Mr. Shnayder dedicates his practice to criminal law, family law and various aspects of civil litigation. He is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Mr. Shnayder is a devoted music fan and a die-hard fan of the Eagles, Flyers, 76’ers and Phillies, and attends as many concerts and sporting events as possible, including traveling extensively when needed.

Nathan Hoopes

Sandy, UT

Nathan Hoopes is an Associate Of Counsel at Rudd Cooper, specializing in Real Estate and Business Law, including complex commercial transactions and litigation. He is a Licensed Title Officer and is fluent in Russian.

Angelica D. Zolnierowicz

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Angelica D. Zolnierowicz is an Associate at Conrad & Scherer, focusing on complex commercial litigation, blockchain technologies, and criminal securities fraud. She holds a Master of Laws from Georgetown University Law Center and a Juris Doctorate from The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. She also has Master and Bachelor degrees in International Affairs from Boston University. Admitted to practice in New York, North Carolina, District of Columbia, and Maryland, she is fluent in Polish and proficient in French and Spanish. She has held various legal roles, including a Military Commission Observer at Guantanamo Bay and Editor of the Journal of National Security Law and Policy.