Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Timothy R. Fiene

Denver, CO

Timothy R. Fiene completed his undergraduate education at Colorado State University with a B.S. in Business Administration, economics, and Spanish. He graduated from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, where he was active on the Water Law Review. He joined the firm as a clerk in 2008 and became a partner and shareholder in early 2015. His practice focuses on employment claims, workers’ compensation defense, municipal defense, and personal injury defense. He maintains an active litigation practice in all levels of Administrative, State and Federal Courts and is licensed by the Colorado Supreme Court, the United States Federal District Court for the District of Colorado, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Veronica Lopez

La Mesa, CA

Veronica D. Lopez, attorney at law, provides legal services with an emphasis on civil litigation, family law, business and real estate matters. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in Communications and Political Science from the University of California San Diego and attended the University of San Diego School of Law. She was formerly an associate with Miller Johnson Law and joined Garmo & Garmo LLP as an associate in 2010. Practicing since 2006, Ms. Lopez has successfully represented clients in a wide variety of civil and family law matters and is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of California.

Davis M. Tyler

Middletown, KY

Davis M. Tyler is an experienced, bilingual attorney fluent in English and Spanish, serving clients in immigration and criminal law matters in Kentucky and nationwide. He received his J.D. from Appalachian School of Law in 2006 and has lived in South and Central America.

Megan M. Carollo

Green Bay, WI

Megan M. Carollo focuses her practice on Immigration Law and Criminal Law in Northeast Wisconsin. She is bilingual in Spanish and English, providing compassionate and individualized service to her clients.

Kevin L. Balentine

Lakeland, FL

Kevin L. Balentine began his legal career in 1998 at the State Attorney’s Office, Tenth Judicial Circuit, focusing on criminal cases for seven years. He joined Smith, Feddeler & Smith, P.A. in 2011, bringing extensive trial experience and five years in personal injury defense. He now represents plaintiffs in negligence claims.

Philip Stillman

Lake Worth, FL

Philip Stillman focuses exclusively on personal injury law, providing expert, specialized representation. He fights for compensation and justice for clients injured due to accidents or negligence, staying updated on the latest laws and strategies. His commitment to client recovery and rights is unwavering.

Alejandra Cabrales

Blaine, WA

Alejandra Cabrales leads the Immigration Law and Estate Planning groups at Whatcom Law Group and handles civil litigation. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Idaho College of Law, a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Idaho, and a Bachelor of Arts from Western Washington University. She is a native Spanish speaker and focuses her practice on Immigration Law, Estate Planning, General Civil Litigation, License Restorations & Administrative Proceedings, and Criminal Law.

Abel Albarran

Fayetteville, AR

Abel Albarran joined Joyce Law Firm in 2016 as a Law Clerk and became a partner in 2024, leading to the firm's rebranding. He focuses on immigration and criminal defense. He graduated with a JD from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 2017 and a BA in Political Science in 2010. He is a first-generation American and fluent in Spanish.

Carlos E. Payas

Orlando, FL

Carlos E. Payas graduated with a BA from the University of Central Florida and completed his Doctorate of Jurisprudence with the Cumberland School of Law. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1990.

Rodney R. Hernandez Crespo

Raleigh, NC

Attorney Rodney R. Hernandez Crespo was born and raised in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Puerto Rico with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting. He went on to earn two Master's Degrees in Business Administration-with concentrations in Accounting and Finance-Cum Laude from the Interamerican University of Puerto Rico. Rodney later obtained his Juris Doctor from the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico and was admitted to the practice of law in Puerto Rico. From an early age, Rodney was drawn to the law, inspired by a passion to fight injustice and guide people through a legal system that is often intimidating and complex. His approach is defined by both compassion for his clients and unwavering determination in defending their rights and interests. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in Immigration Law, Rodney has built a reputation as a strong advocate in some of the most challenging areas of immigration practice. His work spans Removal Defense representing individuals in Immigration Courts across the United States, Asylum & Humanitarian Relief, Employment-Based Immigration, Investor & Business Visas, Family-Based Petitions, and successful Appellate Advocacy before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Fluent in both English and Spanish, Rodney bridges cultures and provides accessible, reliable counsel to individuals, families, and businesses. His ability to combine deep legal knowledge with financial and business acumen sets him apart as a trusted advocate for clients with diverse and complex immigration needs.

James R. Jones, Jr.

Spring Hill, FL

Attorney James R. Jones, Jr. has served families throughout the local community since 1987. As one of the most trusted family law attorneys in Spring Hill, FL, he believes that you and your family deserve compassionate, yet steadfast legal representation. He is a Florida Certified Family Law Mediator, qualified to help clients navigate divorces, child custody disputes, and paternity matters.

Sean P. Wickens

Tacoma, WA

Founding member, Sean P. Wickens, has been practicing law in Western Washington for over 21 years. During that time he has developed a reputation as an aggressive, innovative and skilled attorney who cares deeply for his clients and works tirelessly to protect their rights and interests.

Jason Forcier, Esq.

Phoenix, AZ

Jason is an Arizona native, a second-generation attorney, and honorably served for 11 years in the U.S. Army. He is licensed to practice law throughout Arizona, in Federal District Court, Immigration Court, and before the Social Security Administration.

Jennifer Klein-Bui

Walnut Creek, CA

Jennifer Klein-Bui is an attorney specializing in workers' compensation and personal injury cases. She has negotiated and settled hundreds of cases and is a fluent Spanish speaker, known for her exceptional communication and client-focused approach.

Joshua Crumbley

Huntsville, AL

Joshua is an Associate at Crumbley-Blackwell-Price Attorney practicing immigration law. Joshua was born and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. After graduating from Huntsville High School, he attended The University of Alabama for both his undergraduate degree and J.D. At Alabama, he graduated from the business school magna cum laude with majors in Economics and Spanish. In law school, Joshua was a member of Alabama’s national trial competition team and the Christian Legal Society. Joshua’s time abroad in college and his enjoyment of foreign language prompted him to pursue a career practicing immigration law. In addition to his knowledge of the criminal justice system, Joshua has experience working on a variety of immigration issues such as family and tourist visas, removal defense, and asylum.

Patricia Machado

New York, NY

Patricia M. Machado has been practicing law since 1996. She is a graduate of Boston University and Brooklyn Law School. She is admitted to practice law in the State of New York and the United States District Court for the Eastern and Southern Districts. Her Cuban-American background provides cultural sensitivity, and her fluency in Spanish and English allows her to effectively communicate with clients. She is known for aggressively representing clients while providing personalized attention, including visiting clients in detention and traveling to consulates and detention centers.

Andrew Jones

North Reading, MA

Attorney Andrew Jones specializes in Real Estate Conveyancing, Personal Injury, and Worker’s Compensation law in Massachusetts, and also handles real estate closings in New Hampshire. He is a 2011 graduate of Suffolk University Law School and a 2005 graduate of UMass Amherst. He is a member of the Boston Bar Association and the Massachusetts Association of Trial Attorneys, and is fluent in Spanish.

Shelby Stevens

Shelby Stevens studied Government with an emphasis in Legal Studies and Spanish at Grand Canyon University. She is attending Gonzaga University School of Law, expected to graduate in 2025. While in law school, she served as a student attorney in the Intellectual Property Law Clinic, counseling clients on trademark matters, drafting applications, and responding to USPTO office actions. She also served as the Intellectual Property Liaison for the Gonzaga Sports Law Clinic and completed a judicial externship. She is an active member of the Sports Lawyers Association and its NextGen Committee. She is admitted to the Washington Bar.

Terry D. Gobel

Spokane, WA

Terry D. Gobel is a seasoned attorney with a Juris Doctorate from Gonzaga University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from Walla Walla University. Admitted to the Washington State Bar in 1993 and the Idaho State Bar in 2004, he also holds licenses for the U.S. District Court (9th Circuit), U.S. Court of Appeals (9th Circuit), Supreme Court of the United States, and the Spokane Tribal Court. Mr. Gobel founded his law office in 1997 and is bilingual in Spanish. He has served as a Family Law Guardian ad Litem, Arbitrator, and Judge Pro Tem, and was a Trustee for the Spokane County Bar Association.

Dr. John Whitehead is a board-certified chiropractic physician serving Taylorsville and Riverdale, UT. He graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences / Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 2000. He specializes in treating auto accident injuries, chronic pain, and offers acupuncture, IV nutritional therapy, and chiropractic nutritional injections. He has over 20 years of experience and works with various law firms in Utah.

Austin Carr

Boca Raton, FL

Austin Carr is a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney with over thirty years of experience. He has handled a wide range of civil cases for both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury law, construction, real estate, insurance disputes and commercial litigation. He has eight verdicts or settlements of over $1,000,000.00. Austin Carr is fluent in Spanish and has represented clients from around the world. Austin understands that every case is unique and he devotes the time and personal attention needed to fully understand the case and the client's goals and concerns. He is skilled in simplifying complex matters to make sure that the judge and jury understand his client's point of view. He is an aggressive trial attorney who understands how to provide cost-effective solutions tailored to meet his client's specific needs.

Luis E. Crespo M.D.

Tampa, FL

Luis E. Crespo M.D. is the developer of the Crespo Technique™ of Non-Surgical Spine Care and founder and CEO of Crespo Injury Care Center. He has over 35 years of experience, including 13 years in emergency and trauma medicine as medical director at Memorial and Town & Country hospitals in Tampa Bay. He began his clinical practice for comprehensive injury care and rehabilitation in 1996, specializing in pain management. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Nathalia Lozano

Miami, FL

Nathalia received her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Florida International University (FIU) in 2013. Nathalia received her Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University School of Law (STU Law) in 2019, where graduated Cum Laude and earned a Certificate in Immigration Practice. She was admitted to the Florida Bar in September 2019. While in law school, Nathalia worked as a student representative for the St. Thomas Immigration Clinic where she helped represent low-income clients in Asylum, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), criminal issues, and Cancellation of Removal cases. Nathalia participated and coordinated various immigration pro bono projects including, but not limited to, Karnes Pro Bono Project, Refugee Somali Litigation, and provided assistance to those seeking naturalization through The Florida Immigration Coalition (FLIC). Nathalia received academic recognitions while in law school: CALI award of Excellence Book Award in Family Law and Dean’s List. Nathalia was the Treasurer of the Children & Family Law Society and an active member of the Immigration Law Student Association. Nathalia began her legal career in a prominent South Florida Immigration firm as a litigation attorney. There she obtained extensive experience in immigration removal defense. Her experience includes asylum applications, adjustment of status applications, waivers for unlawful presence, cancellation of removal, special visas for crime victims, victims of domestic violence and juveniles, humanitarian deferred actions, and Parole in Place. Additionally, Nathalia has represented individuals in USCIS interviews and Immigration Courts across the nation. Nathalia transitioned into Personal Injury Law by joining The Law Office of Raphael A. Sanchez in April 2022. As an attorney who empathizes with her clients, Nathalia understands how overwhelming the legal process can be, especially as an injured victim. Nathalia’s goal is to reduce unnecessary burdens from her clients by diligently guiding them through the legal process and making sure their needs are met. She does this in an effort to fight for her client’s rights and ensuring that they recover the maximum compensation they deserve all while providing personalized attention and support.