Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

John F. Townsend, III is a member of the firm, focusing on automobile accidents, personal injury, medical malpractice, and aviation law. He was admitted to the Indiana bar in 1996 and graduated from Indiana University, J.D. He is a sustaining member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and a member of the American Association for Justice Board of Governors.

Jonathan R. O’Hara

Kerrville, TX

Jonathan O’Hara is an attorney at Danford Law Firm. He dedicates his practice exclusively to criminal defense with a focus on DWI & Drug Charges. He represents clients across the Texas Hill Country, including in the communities of Kerrville, Boerne, Bandera, and Fredericksburg, TX. He also represents clients in federal court in San Antonio, TX. He has successfully handled cases throughout the region, securing dismissals for many clients, and winning contested hearings, trials, and appeals for others. He is the only attorney in the area to earn the prestigious ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designation, the highest form of scientific recognition for lawyers. As a lawyer-scientist, he has highly specialized knowledge of blood alcohol testing and drug testing, and the skills to effectively challenge that evidence in court. He has also completed advanced training in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing. He has represented numerous professionals, including doctors, nurses, teachers, and others, and secured favorable outcomes that protected their licenses and careers. He has represented many immigrant clients as well and secured outcomes that protected their legal status in the United States. He is frequently asked to share his knowledge and experience. He has written articles on defending DWI & Drug Charges and presented at training seminars for criminal defense attorneys and even police officers. He is an active member of several legal organizations, including the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, where he serves on the DWI Resource Committee. He is also a member of the Legal Committee of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. Earlier in his career, he gained extensive criminal defense experience while working at law firms and one of the country’s largest public interest organizations. He earned his law degree from the University of Houston Law Center, where he received the Dean’s Scholarship and Blask Fellowship Award. During law school, he served as a teaching assistant and summer law clerk to a federal judge. He graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University - San Antonio. Jonathan is also bilingual and regularly represents Spanish-speaking clients.

Nicolas Lipcon

Coral Gables, FL

Nicolas Lipcon is a litigation attorney specializing in maritime personal injury cases, dedicated to advocating for individuals impacted by serious injuries at sea. Nicolas represents both passengers and crew members injured on cruise ships, pleasure boats, and commercial vessels, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights defended. He completed his legal education at Vanderbilt Law School, where he sharpened his litigation skills, focusing on trial preparation, discovery, depositions, and strategic case analysis.

Prior to joining Liakas Law, Karina spent several years working at prominent personal injury firms, where she amassed a breadth of knowledge in motor vehicle and premises accident cases. She also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable John M. Leventhal at the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department. At the firm, Karina primarily handles motor vehicle accidents, premises and municipal liability cases. Her collective work experience and her ability to speak fluently in both Spanish and French has allowed her to develop a more personal, empathetic approach when interacting with her clients. She is admitted to practice in New York, and in the Eastern District of New York federal court.

Kimberly Guerrero

Durham, NC

Kimberly Guerrero is a dedicated paralegal who primarily supports clients with personal injury and workers’ compensation claims at the Law Office of Jacob Goad, PLLC. She earned a bachelor’s degree in political science with a minor in business administration from North Carolina State University in 2018 and completed a Paralegal Certificate Course® through North Carolina State University. She also attended Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law for a year and a half. Kimberly is fluent in Spanish, a notary public, and an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Minorities in the Profession program and North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

Royce A. Nunley

Saint Clair Shores, MI

Royce Nunley is the founder and lead attorney at The Nunley Law Group, where he represents clients in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Defense, Social Security Disability, and Personal Injury. Known for his client-focused approach and legal insight, Royce is deeply committed to delivering personalized legal solutions tailored to each individual's needs. Royce earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish, Cum Laude, from Wayne State University, and continued his education at Wayne State University Law School, where he received his Juris Doctorate, also Cum Laude. His academic excellence laid a strong foundation for a career marked by both compassion and tenacity in the courtroom. Royce has been recognized for his outstanding work in Family Law, earning the distinction of Super Lawyers "Rising Star" for seven consecutive years-2019 through 2025-an honor reserved for only the top 2.5% of attorneys in the state. With a reputation for taking the time to truly understand his clients and their legal challenges, Royce ensures that every person who walks through his door receives the respect, transparency, and tireless advocacy they deserve.

Katherine A. Gonos

Valdosta, GA

Katherine A. Gonos is an attorney with 19 years of experience, having been admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 2006. She earned her J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2006 and a Bachelor's Degree from The University of the South in 2002. She previously served as an assistant public defender in the Waycross and Southern Judicial Circuits. Ms. Gonos concentrates her practice in criminal defense and domestic relations, handling felony, misdemeanor, traffic cases, divorces, child-custody, alimony, child support, and adoptions. She is known for her aggressive representation and dedication to privacy rights, notably challenging cellphone search laws in a case that reached the U.S. Supreme Court. She is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, Valdosta Bar Association, Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Valdosta Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She has received the Avvo Clients' Choice award in 2015 and holds an Avvo Rating of 7.3.

Richard C. Klugh

Hopelawn, NJ

Richard Klugh is an experienced attorney with a comprehensive practice in both criminal and civil law. His civil litigation experience spans business litigation, tort and mass tort claims, personal injury, civil rights, and other complex matters. He represents clients in state and federal courts, handling trial, appellate, and post-conviction litigation in Miami and nationwide. Richard has served as lead counsel in numerous cases resulting in published victories in state and federal appellate courts, won numerous trial victories, and appeared in cases at every level of the trial and appellate courts in the United States, including the U.S. Supreme Court. He is the former Chief of the Appellate Division of the Federal Defender's Office in the Southern District of Florida and editor of the Defense Newsletter. He received FACDL-Miami's 'Against All Odds' award in 2006. Richard is fluent in Spanish and has conducted case investigations requiring Spanish proficiency.

Brandine E. Powell

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Brandine E. Powell is an attorney with over three decades of legal experience, specializing in personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. She leads the dedicated personal injury division in Deerfield Beach, representing clients in cases such as car accidents, slip-and-falls, truck accidents, and wrongful death claims. Ms. Powell has also successfully defended thousands of individuals across Florida in criminal cases ranging from traffic violations to complex charges like sex crimes, human trafficking, and murder. She is known for her compassionate approach, aggressive advocacy, and commitment to providing personalized attention to each client.

Carolyn M. Demougeot

Rockville, MD

Ms. Demougeot is a Partner at Armstrong, Donohue, Ceppos, Vaughan & Rhoades. Ms. Demougeot concentrates her practice in the defense of health care providers. Her prior experience includes working as a criminal defense attorney handling traffic cases, misdemeanors, and serious felonies. In addition, she has experience as a personal injury litigator, handling automobile accidents, slip & fall cases, and premises liability cases. Following law school, Ms. Demougeot served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Beverly J. Woodard in the Prince George’s County Circuit Court.

Juan Gonzalez

Brownsville, TX

Juan Gonzalez is an associate attorney with The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, Brownsville, Texas office. Mr. Gonzalez is a native Spanish speaker which allows him to communicate effectively and efficiently with his clients. Prior to joining The Law Giant, Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, Mr. Gonzalez worked as a defense attorney representing various insurance companies in the areas of premises liability, personal injury, and medical malpractice. Mr. Gonzalez’ unique experience allows him to anticipate and navigate through the various pitfalls often set by insurance companies and obtain efficient results that are in the best interests of his clients. Mr. Gonzalez has taken numerous cases to trial in Federal Court and throughout the state of Texas. Mr. Gonzalez has personally obtained trial verdicts in Dallas County, Tarrant County, Harris County, Cameron County, and Hidalgo County. Mr. Gonzalez is a proud girl dad. When not in the office you will likely finding him at the park, trampoline park or Chuck E Cheese hanging out with his 5-year-old and 3-year-old daughters. Mr. Gonzalez is also an avid sports fan and enjoys staying active. He recently ran a few 10K races and is building his way up to a marathon. Mr. Gonzalez loves college football and enjoys cheering on the Texas A&M Aggies.

Nicolas A. Treptow

Hialeah, FL

Nicolas “Nick” Treptow brings a strong commitment to serving the Hialeah community. A Miami native and Christopher Columbus High School graduate, he earned his B.S. in Sport Management from Florida State University in 2019 and his J.D. from Florida International University College of Law in 2024. Nick's legal experience includes working with personal injury law firms in Broward and Miami-Dade counties. At FIU Law, he led the Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) chapter as President, organizing events and receiving the Student Member of the Year Award. His participation in the Trial Advocacy program further developed his litigation skills. Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Nick effectively communicates with clients, ensuring their needs are met.

Patrick M. Rogan, with over 30 years of legal experience, has built a reputation for achieving exceptional results with discretion and diligence. Known for his impeccable ethical standards and adherence to professional conduct, Attorney Rogan is highly respected in both state and federal courts of northeastern Pennsylvania. At Rogan Law, he continues to deliver the best possible outcomes for his clients while maintaining their privacy and trust.

Suzanne Cochran

Lakewood, CO

Suzanne Cochran is a passionate attorney dedicated to advocating for individuals harmed by negligence. She spent nine years practicing personal injury law prior to joining Matos Law Firm, successfully representing hundreds of injured clients and recovering millions on their behalf. Her practice focuses on securing justice for those affected by motor vehicle accidents, trucking collisions, and other acts of negligence, guiding clients with compassion, diligence, and an unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes.

Todd Weger is a Talented Legal Assistant who uses his vast research skills and knowledge of Texas and New Mexico personal injury law. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas and a law degree from Rutgers University. Mr. Weger speaks Spanish and German fluently and joined Glen Larson Law Injury Attorneys in 2020.

Steffany Elhaddad

Houston, TX

Steffany Elhaddad is an International Client Liaison licensed to practice law in Mexico. She assists US-licensed attorneys in commercial, corporate, and international personal injury matters, bringing a background in international commerce and experience as an in-house lead attorney for LG Electronics.

Ryan’s legal career has always been about helping others. During law school he had the opportunity to work with a prominent personal injury law firm located in Kansas City. Many of those who sought help had been injured, losing both time and money through no fault of their own. He came to realize representing those injured by others was an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. After graduating from law school in 2013 from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, Ryan took a position as an associate attorney at a bankruptcy and immigration firm in Olathe, Kansas. Always eager to expand his knowledge of the law and help the community, he enjoyed the work. Nonetheless, when an opportunity to form his own firm arose, House Packard McElderry LLC, he hasn’t looked back. Because Ryan is fluent in Spanish and French, at House Packard McElderry LLC, Ryan has been able to expand his immigration practice to serve a large and diverse population. Ryan is quickly building a reputation for his skills in the courtroom as well as his compassion for his clients. Ryan has three wonderful children who keep him busy when he’s not at work. He and his wife love to travel and make an effort each year to show their children the world. The family has gone to Rocky Mountain National Park, Mexico, Disney World and even Iceland. He loves the outdoors whether it is hiking in the mountains or tailgating at Arrowhead.

Joseph R. Veith is an attorney specializing in Criminal Defense, DWI, Personal Injury, and Probate law. He is a former felony prosecutor at the El Paso DA’s Office and has experience as a Staff Attorney at Texas Riogrande Legal Aid, Inc. He also practiced civil litigation at FreyBuck P.S. in Seattle, handling personal injury and wrongful death cases. Mr. Veith is known as a skilled negotiator and relentless trial attorney, having achieved guilty verdicts in his final nine felony cases as a prosecutor. He was featured in the Emmy Award-Winning HBO VICE News Documentary, “Zero Tolerance.”

Mario A. Pimentel

New Bedford, MA

Mario A. Pimentel is a partner at Hamel, Waxler, Allen & Collins P.C., joining the firm in 1986. He previously worked as a claims representative for Travelers Insurance Company. Born in the Azores, Portugal, he is fluent in Portuguese and can communicate with Spanish-speaking clients. Attorney Pimentel concentrates in civil litigation, including serious automobile accidents, Workers' Compensation, construction accidents, premises liability, animal attacks, and wrongful death cases. He is admitted to practice in the United States District Court, United States Appeals Court, Massachusetts Trial Courts, and the Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents.

David Tolchin is a Senior Attorney at Jaroslawicz & Jaros, PLLC, with over 25 years of legal experience. He graduated cum laude from Brandeis University with a B.A. in Politics and Spanish and earned his Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School in 1998. He is admitted to practice in New York State, the Federal District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. Fluent in Spanish, he handles complex cases including medical malpractice, construction accidents, product liability, and more, and is recognized for his skilled advocacy and thorough approach to legal research.

Easter P. Moses

Roanoke, VA

Attorney Easter P. Moses has over 30 years of experience representing clients in Virginia. He handles all cases personally, focusing on personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, and criminal defense. He is dedicated to working closely with clients to understand their legal needs and goals, providing results-driven legal representation.

W. Nate Irvine

Naples, FL

Mr. Irvine focuses his practice on insurance defense litigation. He defends insurers against first-party property claims and provides third-party liability defense against personal injury and wrongful death claims. Mr. Irvine has represented various clients, including insurance companies, municipalities, administrative agencies, trucking companies, restaurants, etc. “I learned early in life what it means to serve by walking the streets of Sao Paolo, Brazil, 12 hours a day, for two years as a community service volunteer. I provide that same level of fearless service and dedication to my clients.”

Scott E. Winer is a trial attorney and litigator since 1990. He has extensive litigation experience and has been with the Law Offices of Morton J. Shuman since 1996. He represents plaintiffs in various personal injury claims including complex construction site accidents, motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and work-place accidents.

Kevin J. McNamara

Westchester, IL

Kevin J. McNamara is an Illinois Personal Injury Attorney with over 25 years of experience in personal injury litigation. He has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for his clients, including one of the top 50 verdicts in the U.S. in 2018. He is known for his tenacious litigation and dedication to protecting clients' rights in cases involving car accidents, workers' compensation, construction accidents, dog bites, slip and fall, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, and wrongful death. His firm is committed to providing personal attention to each case and offers services in Spanish.