Serbian-Speaking Attorneys

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.

Benedict V. James, Esq.

Las Vegas, NV

Benedict V. James, known as Ben by friends and family, is a founding partner of SJW Injury Attorneys. Ben is a dedicated and zealous representative of his clients. He learned early in life that it is critical that people fight for the rights of the disadvantaged. Ben, who is originally from Bulgaria, participated in a refugee program as a child and, along with his family, was granted legal residence in the United States. However, before he left, he saw firsthand the effects of persecution and mistreatment of the underprivileged. This ultimately drove Ben to pursue a career in the legal field. He attended law school and earned his degree from the oldest law school in Texas, Baylor Law School in Waco. After graduating from law school, Ben worked for several thriving personal injury law firms where he successfully represented thousands of clients who were injured by another’s negligence. Ben has conducted many jury trials throughout the state of Texas and is admitted to each of the state’s federal district courts. After founding a successful and thriving injury practice in Austin, Texas and making millions for his clients, Ben teamed up with fellow attorneys Esteban Sandoval and Shawn Walkenshaw to establish SJW Injury Attorneys here in Las Vegas. The partnership was a natural one as Ben, Esteban, and Shawn all share a passion for zealously representing their clients. Ben and Shawn work together on SJW’s litigated matters, using their combined experience to ensure the best possible outcome for every SJW client. Ben is fluent in the Bulgarian language, allowing him to communicate well with not just the Bulgarian community, but with the Serbian and Macedonian communities as well. One of Ben’s passions is chess, and one of Ben’s favorite personal achievements is having a positive record against one of the famous chess hustlers in the historic Washington Square Park in New York City. Like litigation, chess is all about hard work, dedication, creativity, and strategy - important attributes that have helped Ben become a legal force to be reckoned with in the courtroom and a formidable foe on the chessboard as well.

Jelena Miokovic

Palm Harbor, FL

Jelena Miokovic was born in former Yugoslavia and relocated to the United States in 1997 with her parents as refugees. She is a fluent speaker in Serbian, Bosnian, and Croatian. At the young age of 20, Jelena graduated with her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology degree from the University of South Florida (go Bulls!). During her undergraduate studies, Jelena volunteered at The Thirteenth Judicial Circuit’s Juvenile Diversion Program (known as Teen Court), which sparked a greater interest in her to pursue a legal career. Graduating from one of the most diverse law schools in the country, Jelena earned her Juris Doctor degree from Florida A&M University College of Law (go Rattlers!). Jelena passed the Florida bar exam right after graduation and started practicing as a personal injury attorney immediately thereafter. Jelena has been a practicing attorney since 2019 and has been in the personal injury industry since 2014.

John Ostojic

Denver, CO

Attorney John R. Ostojic is a dedicated personal injury lawyer helping individuals and families whose lives have been changed by serious injury or accident. Since 1985, John has been a trusted advocate for clients throughout the United States, guiding them through some of the most challenging times of their lives. His practice is focused on representing plaintiffs in cases involving car accidents, catastrophic injuries, motorcycle accidents, nursing home abuse, pedestrian accidents, truck accidents, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. John understands that every client’s story is unique. He takes the time to listen, answer questions, and provide honest, straightforward legal advice. Known for his compassionate approach, keeping clients informed at every stage of the process and ensuring they have the support they need to make informed decisions. With four decades of experience, John has successfully recovered millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements, holding negligent parties accountable and helping clients secure the compensation they deserve for medical expenses, lost wages, loss of a normal life, pain and suffering, and other compensable damages. As a multilingual attorney fluent in Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, Montenegrin, and Slovenian, and conversant in Macedonian, John is committed to serving clients from diverse backgrounds and making the legal process accessible to all. He bridges cultural and language barriers, ensuring effective communication and strong representation for every client, regardless of their primary language. John’s reputation as a relentless advocate is recognized both in and out of the courtroom. He prepares every case as if it will go to trial, working tirelessly to build the strongest possible case for his clients. Whether through negotiation or litigation, his priority is always the client’s best interest.

Alina S. Vulic

Seattle, WA

Alina S. Vulic is a skilled and determined litigation attorney at Carpenter & Zuckerman, joining in 2022. Her previous work focused on criminal defense and civil litigation. She graduated magna cum laude from Pepperdine University’s Seaver College with a B.S. in Political Science and obtained her J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law, where she excelled on the trial team and received certification in alternative dispute resolution. She is trilingual in English, Russian, and proficient in Serbian.

Kristian Kajdic

Southfield, MI

Kristian Kajdic is an associate at Detroit Personal Injury Attorneys with a practice concentration in civil litigation, primarily focusing on No-Fault, automobile negligence, and premise liability. Mr. Kajdic received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with honors distinction from Wayne State University in 2013. In 2016, Mr. Kajdic obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. While in law school, he was part of the University of Detroit Mercy Law Review. After his first year at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, Mr. Kajdic began to devote his career to protecting the rights of injured victims. He continues to pursue this goal at Ravid and Associates, P.C.. Mr. Kajdic is fluent in Bosnian and Serbian.

Marko Radisavljevic

New York, NY

Marko Radisavljevic is an associate practicing out of our California office. Mr. Radisavljevic joined the firm in 2016 and concentrates on class action, consumer fraud, and antitrust matters. Mr. Radisavljevic has experience in all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions, discovery requests, working with experts, negotiating settlements, and both taking and defending fact and expert depositions. In addition to his class cases, Mr. Radisavljevic has worked with Casa Cornelia since 2019. He has assisted in helping three separate refugees obtain asylum after direct examinations in contested administrative proceedings. Mr. Radisavljevic is fluent in Serbian and many former Yugoslavian dialects.

Jelena Djordjevic

Sioux Falls, SD

Jelena Djordjević is a dedicated attorney with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s toughest moments. Specializing in family and criminal law, Jelena brings compassion, diligence, and a sharp legal mind to every case she handles. With focused experience in litigation, she has built a strong reputation for her strategic thinking, persuasive advocacy, and meticulous preparation. Originally from Serbia and now making her home in Sioux Falls, Jelena’s international background enriches her ability to connect deeply with diverse clients. Her multicultural perspective, combined with her genuine empathy, enables her to truly understand each client’s unique story, fiercely advocating for their best interests and achieving meaningful results. When she’s not working, Jelena enjoys staying active outdoors. She loves hiking and backpacking, frequently exploring nearby trails and appreciating nature’s beauty. Being outdoors is not only a pastime but a source of inspiration and balance for her busy lifestyle. At home, Jelena shares her life with her two beloved dogs, Oscar and Toby. Whether taking long walks around town or enjoying relaxing weekends at home, Oscar and Toby keep Jelena grounded and bring joy to her busy life. They constantly remind her of the importance of loyalty, patience, and unconditional love. Jelena’s approachable style, combined with her unwavering commitment to justice, community service, and personal growth, makes her not just a skilled advocate but a trusted advisor and friend to those she represents.

Jasmina de la Torre

Chicago, IL

Jasmina de la Torre is a commercial transactional and commercial litigation attorney with over twenty-five years of experience. Her practice includes sophisticated commercial disputes, transactional business law, commercial real estate, estate planning, and estate and trust administration. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Illinois College of Law in 1998 and is admitted to practice in Illinois. She speaks Serbian, Spanish, French, German, and Greek.

Almir Hot

New York, NY

Almir Hot is an Of Counsel Attorney with Urban Thier & Federer, P.A., based in the New York office. His practice focuses on family law, real estate law, and immigration law, with extensive experience in complex matters and Civil and Supreme Court litigation across the tri-state area. He also represents clients in Immigration Courts. Prior to this, he worked at prestigious New York City law firms and prosecutor’s offices in criminal defense, immigration law, and civil litigation. Born in Montenegro, he is fluent in English and the languages of former Yugoslavia (Bosnian, Montenegrin, Serbian, Croatian). He was admitted to the New York and New Jersey State Bars in 2012.

Armina Osmanovic

Chicago, IL

Armina Osmanovic is an Associate Attorney in the St. Louis office, focusing her practice on toxic tort litigation in Missouri. She has a diverse background in various areas of law, including financial services and healthcare policy. Armina graduated from Saint Louis University with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and earned her J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law.