Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

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.

Maria Ximena Sussman

Charlotte, NC

Maria Ximena Sussman received her B.S. in Political Science and Criminal Justice in 2004 from East Carolina University. In 2007, she pursued an MBA with an emphasis in Accounting at Winthrop University. After working as a litigation-certified paralegal for two prominent law firms in Charlotte, she decided to fulfill one of her childhood dreams and joined the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department as a police officer. After spending some years on patrol, she decided to fulfill another childhood dream, which was to one day become a lawyer. Maria Ximena began her studies at Charlotte School of Law and after graduating from law school in 2014, she was admitted to the North Carolina Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. Given her entrepreneurial spirit, she founded Sussman Law Firm, PLLC in 2015. Determined to finish what she had one day started, Maria Ximena completed her Master in Business Administration degree from Liberty University. Her affiliations include the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina State Bar Association and Mecklenburg County Bar. She is a mentor as part of the Mecklenburg County Bar’s Linking Lawyers Program. In addition, she is a North Carolina Notary Public for the State of North Carolina and a proud member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. A native of Guatemala, Maria Ximena is fluent in English and Spanish. She came to the United States as a child and she has called the Queen City her home ever since. Maria Ximena’s love for helping people is evident in her background in public service and is also felt by every client in need. Maria Ximena is married, has four children and three bonus children. She enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. Is a self-proclaimed ufologist.

Matthew D. Romrell

Idaho Falls, ID

Matt Romrell joined McBride and Roberts Attorneys in November 2011. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Romrell had a successful career as an executive in the steel construction industry, including four years as Chief Operating Officer of a steel fabricator and erector in Las Vegas, Nevada. This experience gives Matt unique insight into the employer’s side of worker’s compensation. His motivation to help those who have lost loved ones or who have been injured by other people’s negligence stems from losing his grandfather, who died as a result of hospital staff negligence in Salt Lake City, Utah. While attending law school Mr. Romrell served as the president of the Student Bar Association and as the chair of the Student Media Board. He was also a member of the law school’s traveling trial team.

Alan Saladrigas

West Palm Beach, FL

Alan Saladrigas is a founder of South Florida Justice, a law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in criminal defense and personal injury cases. Before establishing the firm, Mr. Saladrigas spent over five years at a prominent local law firm, where he defended clients in a wide range of criminal matters. Prior to transitioning to private practice, Mr. Saladrigas served as an Assistant State Attorney and Assistant Statewide Prosecutor in Palm Beach County, Florida. As an Assistant Statewide Prosecutor with the Office of the Attorney General, he litigated complex and large-scale organized crime cases. During his tenure as an Assistant State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit, Mr. Saladrigas tried over 50 jury and non-jury trials, handling cases ranging from attempted first-degree murder to DUI. His dedication and skill earned him a reputation as an aggressive yet fair prosecutor among his colleagues and judges. Mr. Saladrigas brings a unique and invaluable perspective to his practice, shaped by his diverse professional background. He graduated from Florida International University College of Law while working as a police officer for the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department. This combination of law enforcement and legal experience allows him to understand every aspect of a criminal case - from the initial investigation to trial. His first-hand knowledge of police procedures and strategies enables him to identify weaknesses in law enforcement cases that others in the legal profession might overlook. Mr. Saladrigas takes pride in engaging prosecutors in meaningful dialogue, often achieving favorable resolutions for his clients. Beyond his expertise in criminal defense, Mr. Saladrigas is dedicated to advocating for clients in personal injury cases, helping victims secure the compensation they deserve. A proud native Floridian, Mr. Saladrigas earned his B.A. from Florida Atlantic University’s Harriet Wilkes Honors College. As the son of Cuban American parents who immigrated to the United States at a young age, he is fluent in Spanish and deeply connected to the South Florida community. Mr. Saladrigas’s combination of law enforcement, prosecutorial, and defense experience, along with his unwavering commitment to his clients, makes him a trusted advocate for his clients.

Roger J. Acosta

Huntington Station, NY

Joined Cannon & Acosta in 2022, following in his father’s footsteps. He specializes in personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents and slip & falls. Before law school, he worked in the financial industry, focusing on relationship management for Latin American and European clients of Brown Brothers Harriman.

Anna Pham

Houston, TX

Anna Pham is an attorney with extensive experience in civil and commercial litigation. Prior to law school, she managed her family's restaurant. She is known for her personable approach, ability to relate to clients from diverse backgrounds, and prioritizing client needs.

David William Chambers

Denver, CO

David William Chambers is an associate attorney at The Viorst Law Offices, P.C. He earned his J.D. from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and a B.S. from Colorado State University. He is licensed in Colorado and the U.S. District Court District of Colorado. David focuses on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Bad Faith Insurance, and Police Misconduct. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and is actively involved with the United States District Court Civil Pro Bono Panel and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association.

Desmond P. FitzGerald

Boston, MA

As the son of an Irish immigrant, Desmond P. FitzGerald understands why people want to come to America. As a Boston immigration attorney, he understands what it takes to make this happen, having helped his Colombian-born wife become an American citizen. Desmond experienced first-hand the anxieties surrounding immigration and understands the importance of serving every client in a dedicated, respectful, and personalized manner. Through his personal and legal experience, Attorney FitzGerald saw there was little ingenuity and a lack of proactive solutions in immigration law. So to better meet the needs of immigrants, Mr. FitzGerald decided to start his own firm, FitzGerald & Company, LLC, which now operates as FitzGerald Law Company. For Attorney FitzGerald and his team, there is no greater joy in the practice of law than providing clients with the results they dream of. He has successfully represented immigrants, filing legal actions in federal courts against many government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, USCIS, Immigration & Customs Enforcement, the Department of State, the Department of Labor and the Registry of Motor Vehicles of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Some key legal accomplishments include: Fighting for and obtaining the recognition of step-children of U.S. citizens as “unconditional” legal permanent residents, Getting the Immigration Service to accept applications from detained immigrants without a fee, and Having the first residency petition approved for a same sex marriage by the U.S. District Court of Massachusetts. As an experienced criminal litigator, Attorney FitzGerald has the knowledge and skill for minimizing consequences of criminal charges or convictions for immigrants and U.S. citizens. Desmond served for over 8 years as legal counsel for the Colombian Consulate for New England, and his firm works to recognize the benefits the immigrant community contributes to our communities and country, by delivering quality legal representation to protect their rights and help them realize their immigration goals. After graduating with a B.A. from Boston College, Attorney FitzGerald had the opportunity to live in Bogotá, Colombia, and study Spanish at Universidad Javeriana. He received his law degree from the New England School Law Boston, and is admitted to practice law in the following jurisdictions: Massachusetts, New Hampshire, The U.S. District Courts of Massachusetts, Southern Florida, Nebraska, and Colorado, The First Circuit Court of Appeals. Attorney Fitzgerald is an active member of the following bar associations: Boston Bar Association (BBA), American Bar Association (ABA), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACLD).

Mark R. Bibro

New York, NY

Attorney Mark R. Bibro graduated from Trinity College in 1993 and the University of Connecticut School of Law. He is a partner in the firm’s New York office, specializing in mesothelioma and asbestos-related cases, and has successfully recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for clients nationwide.

Rosamy Gonzalez

Miami Lakes, FL

Rosamy is a dedicated Senior Case Manager at Redemption Law, where she plays a crucial role in assisting clients through the legal process. With a strong background in personal injury law and medical office management, Rosamy ensures that every client receives the support and guidance they need from the moment they contact our firm.

Barbara C. Lewis

Miami, FL

Barbara C. Lewis is an Associate at The Moskowitz Law Firm, focusing on multi-state consumer class action and complex commercial litigation. She handles disputes related to force-placed insurance, fraudulent business practices, and other consumer matters, and is fluent in Spanish, serving Hispanic and multicultural clients.

Hector Gonzalez

San Antonio, TX

The firm’s founding attorney, Hector Gonzalez III, worked his way through college and law school. He is passionate about getting justice for those accused of a crime. He graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and attended law school at St. Mary’s University School of Law. He is active in the community, volunteering with various charities and involved with his children’s sports. He is also an avid pilot.

Scott Drescher

CHARLESTON, SC

Mr. Drescher is licensed to practice law in South Carolina and the United States District Court in South Carolina. He has handled complex civil litigation, including wrongful death cases, for more than twenty years. This experience has helped him become a successful trial attorney and he uses this knowledge and experience every day to help his clients. Mr. Drescher attended the University of Kentucky and Western Kentucky University, where he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity and captain of the varsity swim team. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology from WKU in 1991. His education and knowledge in these social sciences have helped him understand the thought process of jurors, helping him become a highly successful trial attorney. Thereafter, Mr. Drescher attended Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law. While at UN Law, he was vice president of Phi Alpha Delta, and taught street law to a high school class. After graduation, Mr. Drescher worked at Stoney and Stoney, a former Charleston law firm, where he managed difficult and complex litigation files. Thereafter, he joined a North Charleston plaintiff’s firm where he eventually handled most of his largest cases and helped thousands of injured people. He currently resides on James Island with his wife Jackie and his sons Zachary and Ryan.

Ben F. Windham is the managing partner of Ben F. Windham, P.C. He focuses his practice on representing individuals against insurance companies and corporations, and has tried over twenty jury trials to verdict in Georgia Courts. He was born and raised in South Metro Atlanta.