Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Jo Blair

College Station, TX

Jo Blair is a Legal Operations Manager at Chad Jones Law and has worked in the legal field for over 25 years as a legal assistant and paralegal. Jo’s experience includes civil litigation, personal injury, and wrongful death, bringing valuable knowledge of legal processes when working with the insurance companies. Leading with clear, honest, and open communication for our team and clients. Jo is mother to three amazing young men, and grandmother to three beautiful grandchildren. Jo loves spending time with her family, adventures and traveling to new places. Jo has a passion for helping others seeking justice, using her problem-solving skills to represent people who have been unjustly treated.

Liz Pirkle

Savannah, GA

Born and raised in coastal Georgia, Elizabeth “Liz” Pirkle Huggins spent her early years between Hinesville and Savannah. She attended Savannah Country Day School, where her leadership skills and competitive spirit emerged early-serving as student government president and excelling as a competitive cheerleader, both in high school and college at Valdosta State University. These early experiences instilled in her the resilience, discipline, and commitment she now brings to her legal practice. Liz has over a decade of hands-on legal experience, beginning her journey as a paralegal at The Pirkle Law Firm in 2014 under the guidance of her father, Bob Pirkle. While pursuing her law degree at Savannah Law School, she continued contributing to the firm’s operations and maintained a valuable connection to the practice. During law school, she remained highly involved in campus leadership and was elected president of the Student Bar Association in her third year. Liz was admitted to practice law in Georgia in 2024. With a focus on family law, criminal defense, and personal injury, Liz combines deep legal knowledge with a natural ability to make complex processes feel manageable for her clients. She’s known for cutting through the confusion, communicating openly, and prioritizing practical solutions. Her practice philosophy is straightforward: address issues head-on, resolve conflicts efficiently, and fiercely protect her clients’ interests when needed. Clients appreciate Liz’s approachable demeanor and clear, step-by-step guidance through the legal system. Whether negotiating a fair settlement or standing firm in court, she brings a balance of quiet confidence and assertiveness to every case. When she’s not advocating for her clients, Liz enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with her husband and two dogs (Tito and L.B.), training for her next half marathon, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs. While family law, criminal defense, and personal injury are my primary areas of focus, I’ve gained exposure to a broad range of legal matters and am happy to assist or refer clients in other areas when possible.

Robert C. Sousa

Shelton, CT

With over thirty-five years of distinguished practice in Connecticut and a three-decade tenure as the managing partner at Sousa Law, LLC, Robert C. Sousa has dedicated a significant portion of his career to representing individuals injured at work in Connecticut. His expertise in workers' compensation law is extensive, encompassing thousands of both contested and uncontested cases. He also has a notable background in politics, having served as the First Selectman (Mayor) of Orange, Connecticut, from 1995-1999. He proudly served his country as a commissioned United States military intelligence officer in the United States Army. Currently residing in Milford with his wife, he continues to be a pillar of both his professional and local communities.

Robert Mintz

Kansas City, MO

Robert Mintz is the Litigation Director at Devkota Law Firm LLC, bringing over 30 years of legal experience in personal injury and litigation. He previously served as a Partner at a large multi-state defense firm, where he chaired the Health Law Group and gained extensive jury trial experience, including defending medical professionals in malpractice cases. Mintz leverages his dual defense and advocacy perspective to achieve optimal client results, dedicated to securing justice for the injured.

Brenda Hernandez

Oxnard, CA

Brenda Hernandez is an associate at Beach Law Group's Southern California office, handling cases involving elder abuse, negligence, premises liability, sexual abuse, and other personal injury claims as part of the firm's litigation practice.

Emile P. Sayegh

Yonkers, NY

Emile Paul Sayegh is the managing partner of Sayegh & Sayegh, P.C. Practicing law for more than 30 years, he focuses on matrimonial, business, real estate and commercial law. He has worked extensively in matters involving business transactions both on a corporate and individual level. For the past ten years, he continues to serve as general legal counsel to a large religious Archdiocese here in New York, handling matters pertaining to business issues and a myriad of religious organization issues throughout the United States. He has argued, successfully, cases before the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division for First and Second Departments. Conveying a strong sense of commitment and dedication to his clients, Mr. Sayegh continues to have a passion in his law practice that results in his success as an attorney.

Michael Manolakis

New York, NY

Michael Manolakis se unió al bufete jurídico en el 2002 como asociado e inmediatamente se convirtió en una parte vital del equipo de Liga De Justicia. Manolakis maneja un número importante de casos de lesiones personales y trabaja en estrecha colaboración con los asistentes legales para asegurarse que cada archivo es procesado y litigado en forma adecuada y eficiente. El abogado Manolakis se dedica exclusivamente a los casos de accidentes y lesiones personales.

Danielle Mastropiero

Fort Lee, NJ

Danielle Mastropiero, Esq., RN, is a seasoned and talented litigator who treats every client like family. Prior to joining the firm, Danielle worked for a premier personal injury firm and for two of the nation’s largest insurance carriers, gaining firsthand industry knowledge. In addition to her work as a trial attorney, Danielle works as a hospice nurse. She is a vigorous advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves, both in the courtroom and on the front lines of patient care. Danielle is an active volunteer for the Medical Reserve Corps, participating in vaccine clinics and administering vaccines. She received a Letter of Commendation for her work in Operation Allies Welcome, assisting Afghan Refugees. She has also worked as an EMT in Newark and New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. She participates in pro bono service as a member of the District VIII Ethics Committee. In her free time, Danielle enjoys chihuahuas, comic books, and practicing her Spanish.

Brandon Gomez

Sacramento, CA

Brandon Gomez joined Curtis Legal Group as an Associate Attorney in 2024. Mr. Gomez obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology, with a minor in legal studies, from San Jose State University. He went on to obtain his juris doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Gomez was awarded a CALI Excellence for the Future Award in e-Discovery and interned as a law clerk assisting with plaintiff consumer protection and personal injury cases. He has participated in various legal clinics, including the Consumer Law clinic at Katharine & George Alexander Community Law Center and the Record Clearance Project at San Jose State University. After obtaining his law license, Mr. Gomez worked as an attorney at a Sacramento law firm practicing several areas of law. He litigated plaintiff personal injury cases, small business and law enforcement defense cases, provided civil case monitoring, and assisted with small business acquisition transactions. Shortly after becoming an attorney, Mr. Gomez was selected as a 2024 Super Lawyers - Northern California, Rising Stars Honoree. At Curtis Legal Group, Mr. Gomez now focuses exclusively on plaintiff personal injury cases, where he represents clients in all phases of their claims. He is bilingual in English and Spanish, and fervently advocates for his clients.

Christopher P. Brandes

Los Angeles, CA

Christopher Brandes is a Senior Partner at Brock & Gonzales. He has dedicated his decade long career to solely representing aggrieved employees in their claims of wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation and various other employment issues against their employers. He has recovered millions for his clients. Chris leads Brock & Gonzales Spanish speaking department, protecting the rights of California’s Latino workers, who are often subjected unfair and unsafe working conditions due to barriers in culture, status and language. Chris is a fluent Spanish speaker, of Peruvian ethnicity. In his free time, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, son and daughter, as well as playing music and water polo. Chris is dedicated to his clients, and is always available to them, providing support, guidance, and zealous advocacy every step of the way.

Alexandra Wagner

Houston, TX

Alexandra Wagner is an attorney who has dedicated her career to advocating for injured individuals and public agencies against corporate misconduct. She began her career at Ness Motley (now Motley Rice and Rogers Patrick), contributing to the successful $200+ billion payout from Big Tobacco. She specializes in briefing and motions practice, working with law firms nationwide on cases involving defective product design and manufacture, defective building construction, pharmaceutical price-gouging, employee mistreatment, and other corporate misconduct. She is based in Dallas, has raised four children, and is involved in local public education and community life. She speaks fluent German, some Spanish, and a tiny bit of Russian and French.

Brandon Galindo

Richmond, VA

Brandon Galindo is an Associate Attorney with Geoff McDonald and Associates. He graduated from West Virginia University in 2016 where he majored in Criminology with minors in Spanish and Law and Legal Studies. During undergraduate studies, Brandon studied in Santander, Spain. He decided to continue his education and attended West Virginia University College of Law, graduating in May 2020. While in law school, Brandon was also enrolled in business school and earned his MBA simultaneously. Brandon earned recognition in business school for success in strategy-related coursework and competitions. In 2018, Brandon interned at the Allegheny County Office of the Public Defender in Pittsburgh, PA. There he gained extensive trial preparation and litigation experience. In 2019, Brandon worked for a law office in Bridgeport, WV where he worked on entity formations, large oil and gas contracts, and negotiations, as well as personal injury cases involving tractor trailers. Brandon’s role as Chief Information Officer contributes to his successes in the courtroom. He uses his skill set in data and analytics to help Geoff McDonald and Associates grow as a firm and better help their clients. Brandon’s belief is that all good decisions involve an analytical approach and incorporating data when it is available. An athlete growing up, Brandon is a natural competitor who does not shy away from the litigation process and fighting for his clients. “We have to be willing to fight for our client’s rights and advocate aggressively.” Brandon has no fear in standing up to the large insurance companies and corporations who refuse to treat his clients fairly. Brandon is a trial attorney who has tried both bench and jury trials. He has appeared all over the Commonwealth from Tidewater to Richmond, and Northern Virginia. Brandon is licensed to practice law in the State of Virginia and in Federal Court before the Eastern District of Virginia. When he is not advocating for his clients, Brandon spends his free time watching WVU football and basketball with his Fiancé, their two dogs, and deaf cat. Brandon is an avid Jeopardy fan, “I admire James Holzhauer for the competitive edge he brought to Jeopardy, forever changing the way the game is played.”

Mark D. Dickstein

Pembroke Pines, FL

Mark D. Dickstein is a Senior Partner at The Dickstein Law Firm. He received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida in 1987 and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law in 1991. He has over 30 years of experience.

Christopher Delgado

Miami, FL

For attorney Christopher Delgado, Esq., understanding the needs and experiences of his clients is the first step in providing the best possible service, especially in an area as sensitive and complex as Immigration. His talent as a litigator and negotiator makes him an excellent addition to the Gallardo Law Firm team. Mr. Delgado obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the School of Law at the American University, a private institution located in Washington, D.C., United States. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida International University, with a major in International Relations, a minor in Political Science, and a Legal Assistant Certificate. As part of his academic training, he completed an internship as a student attorney before the Landlord and Tenant Branch of the Superior Court of Washington, D.C., representing tenants. He has also testified before the Human Services Committee of the Council of the District of Columbia. Mr. Delgado was also the Director of Communications of the Student Bar Association (SBA).

Gipsy Sosa

Miami, FL

Gipsy Sosa Valdes is a dedicated immigration attorney with a robust background in criminal justice and extensive experience in navigating complex immigration proceedings. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is committed to providing exceptional legal services to her clients and reuniting families through her expertise in immigration law. The lawyer Gipsy Sosa Valdes earned her Juris Doctor (JD) in May 2023. During her time there, she was actively involved in the Hispanic American Law Student Association (HALSA) and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. She also obtained a Certificate in Immigration Practice. As an Associate Attorney at Gallardo Law Firm, Gipsy navigates complex immigration proceedings, assists clients in adjusting their status before Citizenship and Immigration Services and immigration courts, conducts legal research, and drafts pleadings, motions, and briefs. She is dedicated to helping bring families together through her legal expertise.

Justin Rodriguez

Monrovia, CA

Justin Rodriguez is a Trial Attorney with vast experience in both criminal and civil proceedings. He defends clients against various misdemeanors and felonies, including murder, attempted murder, robbery, burglary, fraud, embezzlement, sex offenses, domestic violence, child abuse, drug possession and sales, DUI, and Restraining Orders.

Salomón Valladares

Miami, FL

Salomón's professional experience in different areas of the law has given him special preparation to solve cases of great complexity. His skills in areas like Civil Law, Family Law, and Criminal Law have made him one of the most versatile lawyers in our firm. Family Law cases are particularly delicate. The emotions involved often turn these processes into bitter disputes. Salomón is known for providing his clients with a service that's performed with the utmost empathy and diplomacy, making burdensome processes lighter to navigate. This is achieved while keeping the expertise and shrewdness that are the trademarks of great lawyers. His practice is also characterized by the understanding that a good lawyer-client relationship is fundamental to success in legal disputes. Salomón demonstrates professional dexterity by handling Civil and Criminal Law, two of the most complicated branches of justice. His passion for advocacy works in his clients' favor to achieve the best terms possible for each case.

Maritza M. Antu

Houston, TX

Maritza M. Antu is a criminal defense attorney with over 18 years of legal experience, including roles as a former chief prosecutor and criminal judge. She has successfully handled over 430 case dismissals and tried more than 72 jury trials. Maritza is fluent in both English and Spanish, providing legal guidance to a diverse clientele.

Danielle Ross

Scranton, PA

Danielle is one of the most experienced lawyers in Northeastern Pennsylvania in the area of Family Law, successfully handling thousands of cases involving divorce, custody or adoption. Over the course of her career, she has expanded her practice to Immigration Law and Criminal Law and now offers all of her legal services in both English and En español- Immigration, Criminal, Removal/Deportation, Divorce, Custody, Adoption.

Bo Katzakian

San Jose, CA

Bo Katzakian has been assisting California's injured workers through the process of their claims for nearly 20 years, and several radical changes in the law. As a South Bay native who has also lived in the central valley as well as central coast, Bo knows the challenges facing California's workers in many different regions and economic environments.

Joey Garcia

Fairmont, WV

Joey Garcia has been admitted to practice law in West Virginia for over thirteen years. He practices primarily in the areas of personal injury litigation, including car accidents, commercial truck accidents, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, and wrongful death. Joey also practices in the areas of civil rights law, lemon law, and criminal defense. Upon graduation, Joey practiced law for three years with a corporate defense firm, and dedicated the next five years of his career to public service in the Office of the Governor of the State of West Virginia. Governor Earl Ray Tomblin appointed Joey to serve as Deputy General Legal Counsel and Director of Legislative Affairs from 2012 to 2017. Upon his inauguration, Governor Jim Justice appointed Joey to serve as his Senior Counsel for Legislation and Policy through October of 2017. In these roles, Joey advised the Governor on legal issues, and he developed and advocated for the passage of various legislative and policy initiatives. Joey has served two terms as a member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, representing Fairmont and Marion County. He currently serves in the 76th delegate district, which includes West Fairmont, Rivesville, Grant Town, Barrackville, Fairview, Baxter, and Farmington. Joey graduated with a law degree from the West Virginia University College of Law in 2009. During law school, Joey served as Chief Justice of the Moot Court Board, elected by his peers, and he earned the distinction of Order of the Barristers for excellence in oral advocacy. Joey won the award for Best Written Brief in the 2008 WVU Baker Cup Competition. Joey also served as Public Interest Advocate Fellow and he assisted individuals at the WVU Immigration Clinic. Joey is a graduate of Fairmont Senior High School, Class of 2001. He founded Garcia Law PLLC to protect the rights of injured people against the bullies of the world to achieve justice for them and their families.

Kristina E. Tyler

Baltimore, MD

Kristina E. Tyler is an attorney-at-law and medical investigator at Schochor, Staton, Goldberg, and Cardea, P.A. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology & Physiology and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Translation from the University of Maryland College Park. She worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute and earned a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification. She earned her Juris Doctor magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law, where she was Associate Comment Editor on the Law Review. She previously worked as a mass tort attorney.

Sean H. Le

Rockville, MD

Sean H. Le was born and raised in Rockville, MD, and practices in Maryland. Specializing in DUIs, DWIs, and traffic violations, criminal defense, and personal injury, Mr. Le truly cares about his clients and is committed to delivering high-quality legal representation.

Elizabeth Moreno-Robb

Pleasanton, CA

Elizabeth Moreno-Robb is a Senior Litigation Attorney with nearly 20 years of experience in personal injury law. She handles cases including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, and construction defects, and has successfully negotiated and litigated against large entities. A Spanish-speaking attorney, she integrates her cultural understanding to serve the Latin/Hispanic community. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2004 and Santa Clara University in 1998.