Russian-Speaking Attorneys

Jason L. Paris

New York, NY

Jason Paris is a founding member of The Paris Law Group, PC, and an experienced and aggressive trial attorney who has been trying cases on behalf of those seriously injured for nearly 25 years. He has tried hundreds of cases to verdict and has had success in all five boroughs as well as in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, Rockland, and Putnam counties. His verdicts and settlements have totaled millions of dollars in recoveries for those he has represented over his nearly two decades in practice. He litigates motor vehicle, construction, municipal, and premises cases. He prepares every case for victory by trial. He is a member of the Executive Board of Directors of the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and has been chosen by his peers as a Super Lawyer.

Olga Siamionava-Muzio

Garden City, NY

Olga Siamionava-Muzio is a Partner at Dell & Dean, focusing on personal injuries and wrongful death in construction site accidents and negligently maintained premises. She is an experienced, result-oriented litigator fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and a certified mediator.

Mariam Kuregyan

Encino, CA

Mariam Kuregyan, Esq., founded Davana Law Firm in 2017. She has successfully handled over 500 personal injury cases and secured justice for more than 2,000 clients. Her approach emphasizes compassionate advocacy, investigative skills, negotiation expertise, and strategic litigation. Before founding Davana Law Firm, she practiced law at Paramount Pictures, drafting and negotiating licensing and distribution agreements and serving as Financial Director. She is multilingual in English, Russian, and Armenian and is committed to community service, including volunteer work at the YWCA Domestic Violence Legal Division.

Vadim A. Mzhen

Owings Mills, MD

Vadim A. Mzhen received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania in 1987 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1992. He is a founding partner of Lebowitz & Mzhen Personal Injury Lawyers, focusing on personal injury and wrongful death cases. Fluent in Russian, he is active in the Baltimore and Washington area Russian communities. Mr. Mzhen is admitted to the Bar of the State of Maryland and is an active member of the Maryland Association for Justice and the American Trial Lawyers Association. He holds Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating, has been repeatedly selected to Maryland Super Lawyers, and is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel’s Nation’s Top One Percent.

Arkady Itkin

San Francisco, CA

Arkady Itkin specializes in employment law, business litigation, personal injury, and medical malpractice. He is licensed in California and practices in Northern and Eastern U.S. District Courts. He graduated from University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 2007 and holds an M.A. in Philosophy from San Francisco State University. He is fluent in Hebrew and Russian.

Frank Hartman

North Charleston, SC

Frank Hartman is a personal injury lawyer in Charleston, SC. He grew up on the Isle of Palms, attended the College of Charleston, and graduated from The Florida State University School of Law. He speaks Dutch and Spanish and has a working knowledge of Russian. He founded The Hartman Law Firm, LLC in 2011 and is a member of the Charleston Bar Association, South Carolina Bar Association, American Bar Association, and The South Carolina Association for Justice.

Daniel Petrov

Vista, CA

Daniel Petrov's journey to becoming a personal injury attorney was driven by a powerful desire to advocate for those who find themselves facing formidable adversaries. He understands the difficulties his clients encounter, having personally experienced car accidents and witnessed family members navigate the complexities of insurance claims. This firsthand knowledge fuels his passion for ensuring that individuals are not taken advantage of by powerful corporations or insurance companies. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, Daniel and his family moved to Southern California in 1989. He was captivated by the power of legal advocacy to challenge injustice, which led him to law school. He began focusing on personal injury law in 2007, quickly discovering a calling that resonated deeply with his own experiences. Daniel is dedicated to helping people fight back against big corporations and insurance companies, finding it incredibly rewarding to secure the compensation his clients deserve. At Petrov Personal Injury Lawyers, he fosters strong client relationships, ensuring each individual feels heard, understood, and supported. Clients commend him for his accessibility and open communication. Beyond his legal work, Daniel finds inspiration in golf, mirroring his resilient approach to legal challenges. He is motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who have been injured or wronged.

Sofia Zneimer

Chicago, IL

Sofia Zneimer is an experienced immigration lawyer and litigator with a focus on personal injury cases. She has a proven track record in immigration applications and petitions for individuals and businesses, and has received multiple William J. Harte Amicus Volunteer Awards for her contributions to the ITLA Amicus Curiae Committee.

Anna Ernest

Virginia Beach, VA

Anna Ernest, the proud owner of Ernest Law Group PLC, is a highly sought-after and recognized advocate. Ms. Ernest is regarded as a determined, assertive, innovative, and client-dedicated attorney. She is among a select few attorneys in the country practicing in the area of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), a method used by so many who are unable to conceive on their own, and which includes contractual agreements for an egg donor, sperm donor, embryo donor, and/or gestational carrier or surrogate. Ms. Ernest is privileged to support diverse families, whether they're individuals, heterosexual pairs, or same-sex partners. A fast-changing area of law, Ms. Ernest counsels couples and individuals on the legal issues involved in utilizing ART before drafting a contract that meets their specific and unique needs. She also has over 10 years of experience in complex Immigration Law, Personal Injury Law, and federal and state civil litigation. For her substantial accomplishments, Ms. Ernest has been consistently voted by her peers as a “Super Lawyer,” named “Virginia’s Legal Elite,” recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Coastal Virginia Magazine, selected to the list of “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers, received a “Superb Rating” from Avvo.com, amongst many other distinctions. Ms. Ernest has also been interviewed numerous times by television and print media, including NBC, The Virginia Lawyers Weekly and The News Channel 3, regarding her publicized cases and in search of her professional opinion on legal issues affecting cases both nationally and in Virginia. Ms. Ernest often presents in front of her peers on various topics of her legal expertise. Courtroom and award success aside, Ms. Ernest values the relationships she builds with her clients and remains a caring and honest legal advocate, striving to address each client’s concerns and goals within their unique situation. Ms. Ernest was born and raised in Rostov-on-Don, Southern Russia, and for the past eighteen years she has lived in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was during her first visit to the United States in 2004, that Ms. Ernest realized her life’s dream. When she observed her first court hearing, she became fascinated how the integrity of the American judicial system gave every citizen a voice and a chance to right a wrong, regardless of their background. Ms. Ernest returned to the United States in 2006 and worked hard at becoming fluent in English, getting accepted to law school, becoming a citizen, and then passing the Virginia State Bar and becoming a licensed attorney in 2013. Ms. Ernest believes that America is truly a unique country that provides opportunities for everyone, and she is proud to represent the American Dream come true.

Alexander Karasik

Brooklyn, NY

Alexander Karasik is the founder of Karasik Law Group, P.C. in Brooklyn, New York, where he serves as lead trial attorney. His practice concentrates on complex personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and construction accident litigation. Born in Riga, Latvia, Mr. Karasik immigrated to the United States with his family in 1983. Before entering law, he built a successful career in business and technology sales, negotiating multi-million-dollar contracts. In 2002, he decided to pursue his lifelong calling in law and enrolled at Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad Law Center, where he excelled academically, earning multiple “Book Awards” for top performance in Bankruptcy and Uniform Commercial Transactions. He also completed an International Law Program with Honors at Moscow State University. Outside of the courtroom, Mr. Karasik is active in his community, coaching his children’s soccer team, skiing, playing guitar, and mentoring young lawyers.

James M. Loren

New York, NY

After attending Pace University and Nova Southeastern University School of Law in 1995, James began practicing in personal injury and employment law. He passed the CPA exam on his first attempt. While at Nova Southeastern University School of Law, James participated in the FBI Honors Internship Program. James is the firm's CFO and senior trial attorney, having litigated over 50 cases to verdict nationwide, securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. He is fluent in Russian.

Tigran Martinian

Los Angeles, CA

Tigran Martinian is the Founder of Martinian Lawyers, one of the Los Angeles-area’s most highly-regarded firms specializing personal injury, wrongful death, and criminal defense law. As a mindfully aggressive trial attorney who has consistently achieved excellent results for his clients, Mr. Martinian is recognized as a leading California litigator by the public as well as the legal community. Martinian has successfully obtained settlements and verdicts for clients in both state and federal courts totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. His nearly 20 years of experience includes extensive trial work in both state and federal courts as well as the Court of Appeals.

Andrew L. Treger

Los Angeles, CA

Andrew L. Treger is a partner in the law firm of Baer Treger LLP. A Martindale-Hubbell AV® PreeminentTM rated litigator, he has successfully litigated a wide range of matters on behalf of plaintiffs in personal injury and sexual abuse.

Pavel Krepkiy

San Francisco, CA

Pavel Krepkiy is a skilled and experienced trial attorney at the Anna Dubrovsky Law Group. Born and raised in Russia, he began his legal education at the Moscow State Academy of Law. He earned an MBA from Frederick Taylor University in 2007 and a Master of Laws Degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 2008, graduating with highest honors from both. He is fluent in Russian and has extensive experience in personal injury cases.

Diana Zeesman

Porter Ranch, CA

Diana Zeesman is a founding partner of Accident Fighters, APC, specializing in personal injury law. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where she was on the Dean's List and received a Trial Advocacy certificate. She also holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Marketing and Management, graduating cum laude from the University of Colorado Denver. Mrs. Zeesman is licensed to practice law in California, Colorado, Arizona, and the U.S. District Court in the District of Arizona, and works alongside her husband, Alex Zeesman.

Nina Shapirshteyn

San Jose, CA

Nina Shapirshteyn is a partner at Alexander Law Group, LLP, dedicated to fighting for victims of negligence in wrongful death, product liability, motor vehicle, and insurance bad faith cases. She has secured numerous multimillion-dollar recoveries and has been recognized as a Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star and Super Lawyer, and Trial Lawyer of the Year by the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association.

Monica Balyasny

Dallas, TX

Monica Balyasny is a founding partner at JT Law Firm and head of the Personal Injury Department. She is licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, and is fluent in English and Russian. She has jury trial experience and has been recognized for her excellence in Immigration Law.

Mark Yurovsky

Southampton, PA

Mark Yurovsky is a partner focusing on civil and business litigation, personal injury, family law, foreclosure defense, and real estate matters. He is an experienced litigator, rated “Superb” on Avvo, and represents a broad spectrum of clients from multinational corporations to small family businesses. As a family law practitioner, he is known as a fierce but caring advocate for clients' rights in matters such as high net worth divorces, child support, and custody issues.

Samantha Kucher

New York City, NY

Samantha Kucher is a personal injury attorney known for her empathy and determination. A graduate of New York University (B.A.) and New York Law School (J.D.), she is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish. She has been recognized as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” and one of the National Trial Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40.”

Dino Mastropietro

Brooklyn, NY

Dino Mastropietro, a first-class litigator, co-founded Lozner & Mastropietro in 1996. With over 30 years of experience, he focuses on complex cases involving catastrophic injuries, worker accidents, auto accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, product liability, medical malpractice, and sexual assaults, securing millions for clients. He is known for his meticulous preparation and exceptional trial skills, honed during seven years as a prosecutor in New York City’s Queens County District Attorney’s Office. His experience representing large insurance companies before starting his firm gives him valuable insight into their strategies. He believes thorough preparation is key to success in the courtroom and at the negotiating table. Dino lives in Brooklyn with his wife and two children.

Oleg Rybak

Brooklyn, NY

The Rybak Firm, PLLC., was founded by an attorney Oleg Rybak to serve a diverse clientele in the New York metropolitan area. We are an experienced Personal Injury Law Firm providing clients with superior legal representation. In daily practice, Mr. Rybak draws on his wealth of training and legal practice experience that he gained as an attorney at one of New York City’s leading law firms. Areas of Practice: Personal Injury and Negligence Law (Car Accidents, Slip and Fall, Construction Accidents and Work Related Injuries, Medical Malpractice, Surgical Errors), Business, Real Estate, No Fault Insurance Litigation, Business & Commercial Law, Insurance Law, Litigation & Appeals, Company Formation, Business Transactions, Commercial Litigation, Buying and Selling, Development.

Jackie Kruger

Beverly Hills, CA

As the principal and founder of Kruger Law Firm, Ms. Kruger brings decades of experience at litigating employment and personal injury matters. Ms. Kruger earned her Bachelors from University California, Berkeley in 2000 and her J.D. from top-rated University of Michigan Law School in 2003. She spent years successfully litigating plaintiff cases at large firms in Cincinnati and Los Angeles. In 2008 she started Kruger Law Firm in Beverly Hills and quickly grew it to a team of ten employees, all of whom are focused on fighting for fair resolutions to clients’ employment and personal injury cases. While Ms. Kruger is sensitive and approachable with her clients, she’s known as a bulldog with opposing counsel. She fights to the end to extract the maximum value from each client’s case.

Oleg Roytman

Tulsa, OK

Oleg Roytman is a founding partner focusing on Personal Injury, including Automobile and Semi-Truck Accidents. He is licensed to practice in Oklahoma and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma. Fluent in Russian and English, he brings a unique cultural perspective to his practice.

Amy Sokolson

Southampton, PA

Amy Sokolson is a partner focusing her practice on Personal Injury litigation, representing injured victims in various matters including car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip and fall cases. She has tried many cases to verdict in Pennsylvania's Civil and Criminal Courts, obtaining one of the largest jury verdicts in Bucks County. Amy also serves as a neutral Arbitrator and Mediator. Prior to joining the firm, she gained extensive trial experience at the Defender Association of Philadelphia and as in-house counsel for a major insurance company.