Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Carlos Felipe Llinás Negret

Los Angeles, CA

Carlos Felipe Llinás Negret is a partner and Board Certified Specialist in Admiralty and Maritime Law. He focuses on complex commercial vessel litigation, seafarers' rights, and aviation cases. He is fluent in Spanish and licensed in California, Florida, Washington State, and Washington D.C.

Marvin Bergman has been practicing personal injury law for more than 60 years, recovering tens of millions of dollars for clients. He founded his practice in 1957 in Jamaica Queens, and the firm now represents accident victims across New York State. He imparts his invaluable litigation experience to his partners and staff.

Travis Gerber

Elko, NV

Travis Gerber is a fifth-generation Nevadan from Elko County. He and his brother Zach carry on the family legacy started by their father, A. Grant Gerber. Travis knew from a young age he wanted to be an attorney and has gained extensive experience in both business and law. After law school, he served as a court master, an experience that, coupled with his background in local business, provides him with valuable insight for representing individuals and businesses. He is fluent in Spanish.

Peter Cawthon

Bedford, TX

Peter W. Cawthon IV is of counsel for Martinez Hsu, working with the firm's Construction, First Party Plaintiff Insurance, and Personal Injury areas of practice. He graduated from the Texas Tech University School of Law and is admitted to practice in various Federal District courts. Peter has a unique background in commercial construction, providing a distinct perspective to his legal work. He was raised in Oaxaca, Mexico, and speaks fluent Spanish.

Gabriel Navarro, Esq. is an attorney at The Ward Law Group, PL, a Florida & New York law firm representing victims of car accidents. Gabriel Navarro, Esq. is part of our pre-litigation team, helping our clients involved in accidents find the compensation they deserve. He also has experience with litigation cases as well. He specializes in assisting victims of accidents in finding balance for any financial losses, work interruptions, and emotional distress caused by being in an accident. Gabriel Navarro, Esq. has extensive experience helping victims of accidents get justice. Gabriel’s belief in the transformative power of attorneys inspired his journey, fueling a commitment to represent individuals in challenging circumstances.

Andrea Buckley

Sioux City, IA

Attorney Andrea Buckley is an associate at Tigges, Bottaro & Lessmann, specializing in bankruptcy, tax controversy issues, guardianship/conservatorship, and estate planning. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Spanish Translation and Interpreting from the University of Nebraska at Kearney and her J.D. from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 2007. She is licensed in Iowa and Nebraska, and has extensive experience in tax litigation and employment/taxation issues for foreign agricultural workers.

Armen Kiramijyan

Glendale, CA

Armen Kiramijyan serves as lead counsel at KAASS Law, licensed in California, New York, Texas, Utah, and Washington, D.C. He holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Economics from USC and a JD from California Western School of Law. He has over a decade of experience and is admitted to practice before various courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court.

Benjamin Durham

Las Vegas, NV

Benjamin Durham is the owner of Benjamin Durham Law Firm, with over 20 years of experience practicing law. He has extensive courtroom experience in federal and state courts, focusing on injury and criminal cases. He is fluent in Spanish and a life member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, recognized among the Top 100 trial lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association.

Alexander Guttieres

Miami, FL

Alexander Guttieres is Of Counsel at Perkins Law Offices, with over thirty years of experience as a litigator and transactional attorney. He is licensed to practice in Florida and Italy, handling a broad range of civil and criminal matters in the United States and throughout the European Union. His extensive professional experience in common law and civil law systems, international background, and proficiency in multiple languages make him uniquely qualified for complex litigation, commercial transactions, and family disputes across varied jurisdictions.

Franklin Domenech

Orlando, FL

Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, Franklin Domenech received his undergraduate education from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico and his law degree from Michigan State University College of Law. He is fluent in Spanish and has dedicated his legal career as a Plaintiff’s attorney, representing individuals injured by negligence in claims ranging from soft tissue to wrongful death.

Louis “Manny” Hillman-Waller

Miami, FL

Louis “Manny” Hillman-Waller has conducted over 300 mediations in all types of civil matters. He is available to conduct mediations entirely in Spanish. His law practice has been primarily concentrated in the areas of commercial and corporate representation with an emphasis on international transactional and litigation work for both domestic and multi-national entities. He also has experience in Sports and Entertainment law and probate litigation. Mr. Hillman-Waller is available to mediate all types of commercial and business related civil disputes.

Joni D. Blachar is an attorney at the Law Offices of Ivan A. Schertzer. She joins Ivan A. Schertzer to aggressively protect the rights of seriously injured individuals and loved ones dealing with wrongful death cases.

Andrew Gust

Portland, OR

Andrew Gust is a partner with Thuemmel, Uhle & Eder - joining our firm after spending the first portion of his career defending individuals and businesses on behalf of insurance companies in personal injury lawsuits. Dissatisfied with the nature of insurance defense work, Andrew made the change to help people navigate the complex process of pursuing their legal claims against these same insurance companies. Andrew is uniquely positioned to help you obtain the resources you need to help you heal from your injuries. Andrew’s background and experience make him keenly aware of what insurance adjusters and their employers are looking for to support your claim. In addition, Andrew has extensive experience litigating cases across Oregon and Washington in their state and federal courts. He possesses the complete toolset to press your claim and work toward the outcome that you deserve. Andrew was born and raised in Portland. When he’s not working, Andrew enjoys spending time with his wife and their daughter, cheering on the Blazers and Ducks and participating in his local dog rescue.

Karina Godoy

Woodland Hills, CA

Karina is an associate attorney in JML Law, APLC’s Employment Law Department, and speaks fluent Spanish. Karina graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in History, a B.A. in Political Science, and a minor in Sociology from the University of Southern California. She completed her honors thesis for both of her B.A. degrees. Karina earned her J.D. from Southwestern Law School. While in law school, Karina served as an editor for the Journal of International Media & Entertainment Law. She received recognition for her commitment to academic excellence, graduating in the top 10% of her class, being recognized on the Dean’s List, and receiving the Witkin Award for Labor Law. She volunteered over 500 hours of pro bono work at various legal non-profits. She received the Dean’s Merit Scholarship, the ABTL Public Service Award, the Wildman/Schumacher Scholarship, and many others. Karina’s externship experience includes taking part in Southwestern Law School’s Immigration Law Clinic, serving as a judicial extern for the Honorable Terry J. Hatter, Jr., and serving as a law clerk at a defense firm for a year. Karina developed her interest in employment law through externships at the EEOC and while volunteering at Bet Tzedek’s Wage and Hour Clinic, where she represented workers in discrimination and wage theft cases. After completing her law degree, Karina served as an ABOTA Fellow and focused her practice on representing employees through all stages of litigation. When not working, Karina enjoys tennis, gardening, volunteering, serving as a Bet Tzedek’s New Leadership Council member, and spending time with her adorable dogs.

Yafresie Feliz

Passaic, NJ

Yafresie Feliz is an Associate in the firm’s Personal Injury and Worker’s Compensation Practices. Mrs. Feliz graduated from Drew University in May 2010.Then proceeded to obtain her Master’s Degree with a concentration in Conflict Management & Peace Studies from Montclair State University in May 2012 with Honors. Ms. Feliz graduated from Rutgers School of Law-Newark in May 2015, and has worked in law firm environments ever since, practicing in New Jersey. After graduating law school, Mrs. Feliz began her legal career in general litigation, which now focuses on personal injury and worker’s compensation. Mrs. Feliz strives each and everyday to advance her client’s interest through the arts of persuasive legal writing and research, file management and analysis, and oral advocacy. Mrs. Feliz is bilingual in Spanish and fluent in Italian.

Scott F. Bocchio

Winthrop, MA

Attorney Scott F. Bocchio has been providing expert legal representation to personal injury clients since 2007. With a strong focus on helping individuals recover fair compensation for their injuries, he brings dedication, compassion, and a results-driven approach to every case. He specializes in a wide range of personal injury cases including Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Animal and Dog Bites, Construction Accidents, and Wrongful Death. He proudly represents clients in Essex, Middlesex, and Plymouth Counties.

Daniel Meagher

White Plains, NY

Daniel Meagher is an associate attorney at Meagher & Meagher, P.C. He received his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law and previously worked at an international law firm. He handles negligence and medical malpractice cases, leading trial teams to successful resolutions, and is admitted to the New York State Bar and the U.S. Southern District Court of New York.

VIRGINIA J. KNUDSON

Brainerd, MN

Virginia "Ginny" Knudson represents individuals and businesses in various areas of law, including, estate planning and probate, business and corporate, real estate, and governmental relations. Ginny provides mediation services in divorce and custody, especially for business owners and high wage-earners, as well as for real estate, probate and business disputes. Ginny has been selected as a top attorney by Minnesota Super Lawyer Magazine from for 13 years.

Leila Castro Moya

Boca Raton, FL

Leila Castro Moya joined Ged Lawyers, LLP in August 2021, practicing personal injury and property damage law in the Panama City office. She has over 15 years of experience in federal civil litigation, including civil rights, political discrimination, medical malpractice, institutional reform, and personal injury cases. Born and raised in San Juan, PR, she earned a B.A. from Sagrado Corazon University and a Juris Doctor from Inter American University of Puerto Rico, School of Law in 2002. She is an active member of the Florida Bar since 2021, the Puerto Rico Bar, the Federal Bar for the District of Puerto Rico, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit since 2003, and the Texas Bar since 2016. She is fluent in Spanish.

Ernest W. Sturges, Jr.

Port Charlotte, FL

Mr. Sturges, a Shareholder in the firm, concentrates his practice in Condominium/Community Associations, Real Estate, and Business/Corporations. He was raised in Charlotte County, Florida, and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida School of Law in 1996.

Rebeca Jomarron

Northfield, NJ

Rebeca Jomarron is an associate attorney with Petro Cohen, P.C., concentrating her practice on personal injury and workers’ compensation litigation. She earned her B.A. in Philosophy from The College of New Jersey in 2019 and her J.D. from Barry University School of Law in 2024. She was admitted to the New Jersey bar in October 2024. She is bilingual in Spanish and English. She served as a judicial law clerk for Hon. Michael J. Blee and Hon. M. Susan Sheppard.

Beatriz E. Alfaro

Oakland, CA

Beatriz E. Alfaro is a Senior Associate with Winer, Burritt, Scott & Jacobs, LLP in their Woodland Hills office. Beatriz represents employees throughout California in all aspects of employment litigation, including taking and defending depositions, motion practice, trial preparation and mediations.

Eduardo Garcia

San Diego, CA

Eduardo Garcia is an attorney specializing in personal injury, brain injury, auto accident, premises liability, and dog bite cases. He is a zealous advocate committed to ensuring clients receive deserved compensation. Prior to joining Jurewitz Law Group, he practiced Real Estate Law at a top California firm. Eduardo is a San Diego native and Spanish speaker.

Juan Carlos Barreno

Orlando, FL

Juan Carlos Barreno was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, on December 10, 1960. He graduated as a lawyer on March 31, 1986, from the University of Zulia, School of Law. He was admitted at FAMU College of Law in 2006 and received his Juris Doctor degree on April 30th, 2010. On April 25, 2012, he was licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of the State of Florida and since that day he changed his work status from case manager to the Attorney at Payas, Payas & Payas, in the office located in South Orlando, serving Kissimmee. He passed away on February 1, 2024.