Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Jon Hanna

Abilene, TX

Jon Hanna is a second-generation trial lawyer. While formally educated at The University of Texas and Texas Tech University School of Law, his “real” schooling took place in the county courthouses across West Texas. From 1982 to 1992, Jon tried cases to juries primarily involving on-the-job injuries suffered by working men and women. Eventually that evolved into cases involving catastrophic injuries arising out of operations in the oil fields, in the oilfield service industries, and commercial trucking industry. For the last 25 years, Jon has successfully litigated thousands of cases for clients injured by 18 wheeler trucks, product manufacturers, automobile accidents, Dram Shop Act (over service of alcohol), and medical negligence. Jon has devoted his practice to the belief that the courtrooms of West Texas are one of the last places on earth where a solitary citizen can fight the largest product manufacturer, the oil industry, or a billion-dollar insurance company, on equal terms. During the 35 years of his practice he has acquired the extensive experience necessary to handle virtually any kind of personal injury, oilfield catastrophe or wrongful death case.

Dulce M. Hernandez

Edinburg, TX

Dulce M. Hernandez is the Founder of D.M. Hernandez Law Firm, PLLC, with over 18 years of experience as an attorney and 13 years as a law paralegal. She specializes in Real Estate, Family Law, Estate Planning, Business Organizations, Criminal Law, Immigration, and Personal Injury. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the College of the State Bar of Texas, and the Hidalgo County Bar Association. She is also certified in Basic Mediation, Advanced Family Mediation, and Basic Arbitration. Her honors include the 2017 HCBA John E. Cook Pro Bono Award, 2015 HCBA Volunteer of the Year, and 2014 Women Together/Mujeres Unidas Attorney of the Year.

Danny Dalton

Charleston, SC

Mr. Dalton is a founding partner at Mickelsen Dalton and a dedicated attorney with a passion for his clients. He represents people that have experienced life-changing events or crises due to the acts of someone else and find themselves facing powerful or well-connected interests. Prior to forming Mickelsen Dalton, Danny worked for law firms across South Carolina and Georgia where he was part of teams obtaining several eight-figure settlements and verdicts. Danny and his cases have been featured in news outlets across the country, including South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Illinois. Danny has successfully litigated high-stakes cases in the areas of premises liability, inadequate security, catastrophic auto accidents, commercial vehicle collisions, medical malpractice, motorcycle accidents, and wrongful death. Prior to law school, Danny worked in strategy roles for large technology companies. Danny made a career switch after his family suffered a loss and he was able to see, first hand, the positive impact that a good attorney can have on the lives of individuals and families. Mr. Dalton graduated from the Charleston School of Law with top honors and is licensed to practice law in both South Carolina and Georgia. Throughout his career, Mr. Dalton has insisted on learning from the best and has learned the practice of law alongside some of the top attorneys in the region.

Tim Hoffman

Amarillo, TX

A Texas panhandle native, Tim Hoffman has spent his entire legal career fighting for the rights of people and families injured by negligence, medical malpractice, dangerous products and unsafe workplaces. Mr. Hoffman graduated from Northwest Oklahoma State University with a degree in history and then attended the University of Oklahoma School of Law where he served on the Law Review. Mr. Hoffman returned to the panhandle after he graduated to join the firm of Smith & Gerald. In 1979, Mr. Hoffman left Smith & Gerald to start his own firm specializing in personal injury, wrongful death and workers compensation. Mr. Hoffman has proved himself a formidable trial lawyer, obtaining millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for those injured or killed by negligence. Tim Hoffman was included in the Texas Super Lawyer list in 2005, which includes only the 5% of Texas lawyers. Mr. Hoffman was included after a thorough selection process that included: (1) a general survey of all lawyers across Texas asking them to name the top lawyers they have observed; (2) a blue ribbon review panel; and (3) an independent attorney-led research group that graded candidates on ten criteria. Mr. Hoffman has attained an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell which means he has been rated by his peers as having very high ethical standards and very high to preeminent legal ability. This is the highest rating an attorney can achieve under this national peer-reviewed system.

Jeffrey P. Berniard

New Orleans, LA

Jeffrey P. Berniard founded The Berniard Law Firm in 2004. He received his J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans School of Law in 2004 and a B.S. in Finance from McNeese State University in 2001. He is admitted to practice in Louisiana state courts, U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of Louisiana, and the U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit. He is a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice, the American Association for Justice, and the New Orleans Trial Lawyers Association. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star multiple times (2012-2014) and a Super Lawyer (2011-2015) for his work in class action and mass torts. He speaks English, French, and Spanish.

Jose C. Campos

Philadelphia, PA

Jose C. Campos, Esq. is the managing attorney for The Campos Firm. He has been recognized across the United States as a leader in the areas of Immigration Law, Criminal Law, Civil Rights, and Personal Injury. His work as a civil rights advocate has brought him the recognition of his peers and the public at large. He has handled cases at every stage of litigation from trial advocacy to complex appellate representation. The culmination of his experience and knowledge has earned him numerous awards and honors, year over year. He views every case as his most important one and fights tirelessly for his clients.

Carolina I. Nunez

Winter Park, FL

Carolina I. Nunez is the founder of The Law Offices of Carolina Nunez, P.A. She is fluent in English and Spanish and serves diverse communities across Florida. Her practice areas include cyber law, personal injury, digital asset estate planning, and real estate law. She is also a licensed Florida Realtor and incorporates technology like OSINT and machine learning into her legal work. She has been featured on Univision Orlando and other media.

Darryl A. Goldberg

Chicago, IL

Darryl A. Goldberg is an aggressive criminal defense lawyer who represents those accused of serious criminal offenses in both federal and state courts. He treats every case with intensity, commitment, and perseverance, aiming for dismissal or victory at trial. He previously served as Assistant Corporation Counsel in the City of Chicago, prosecuting crimes. Now, he defends clients in high-profile cases involving federal drug and conspiracy charges, murder, sex offenses, white collar crimes, criminal appeals, asset forfeiture, public corruption, and civil rights litigation. He is known for his creative, resourceful, and aggressive approach, utilizing skilled investigators and technical specialists to build strong defenses.

David P. Willis

Houston, TX

David Willis is a board-certified personal injury trial lawyer with over 40 years of experience. He specializes in cases involving serious accidents and wrongful death, having recovered hundreds of millions for clients. He is known for his aggressive legal strategy and commitment to client advocacy, particularly in product liability, maritime, and industrial accident cases.

J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo

Miami, FL

J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo is a Miami-based attorney with over 30 years of experience, specializing in personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and insurance claims. A graduate of Florida International University and Vanderbilt University School of Law, he is a life member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and holds an "AV Preeminent" rating from Martindale-Hubbell. He is admitted to practice in all Florida state and federal courts.

Fernando Vargas

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Fernando D. Vargas graduated from DePaul University in 1982 with a BA in Political Science and from McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific in 1986 with a Juris Doctorate. He obtained his license to practice law in 1987. He began his career litigating defense matters for insurance companies before founding Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas in 1995. He has a 'Superb' rating with Avvo and 'Preeminent' with Martindale Hubbell/Lawyers.com. He received 'Top Lawyers in California' from American Lawyer Media, 'Top Lawyers' from Latino American Who’s Who, 'Client’s Choice' from Avvo, and 'Client Distinction' from Martindale-Hubbell/Lawyers.com in 2013. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the Western San Bernardino County Bar Association, serving as Vice President in 2016 and President in 2018. He was admitted to the National Trial Lawyers Association, Top 100 in 2017 and the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) in 2022. He is fluent in Spanish.

Carlos R. Cortez

Dallas, TX

Carlos R. Cortez, former judge of the 44th Texas State Civil District Court, practices primarily in the areas of civil litigation and personal injury. He is admitted to practice in the State of Texas and U.S. District Court - Northern District of Texas. He attended the University of North Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice.

Anthony L. Ranken

Wailuku, HI

Anthony L. Ranken is the founder and head attorney of Ranken & Shnider, Attorneys at Law, with 34 years of experience. He has handled thousands of cases and taken over 120 cases to trial in diverse areas including personal injury, wrongful death, and criminal defense. A graduate of Indiana University and Boalt Hall School of Law, he was Editor-in-Chief of the Ecology Law Quarterly. He served as a Per Diem Judge of the Hawaii District Courts, Chairman of the Maui County Board of Ethics, and President of the Maui County Bar Association. He is multi-lingual and admitted to practice in Hawaii and California.

Stefan Latorre

Charlotte, NC

Stefan Latorre is the founder and managing partner of Latorre Law Firm. The firm specializes in the aggressive representation of individuals in both state and federal courts in personal injury, workers’ compensation, criminal defense, and immigration matters. The firm has offices throughout the North and South Carolina and Florida. Mr. Latorre earned his Juris Doctorate degree with honors from the Florida State College of Law in 1991 and a Masters in Tax Law from the University of Florida in 1992. He began his legal career as an international tax attorney in Miami, Florida, and helped U.S. companies establish business operations in over 20 foreign countries. In 1996, Mr. Latorre founded Latorre Law Firm and dedicated himself to representing injured individuals and immigrants with their litigation needs. Since then, Mr. Latorre has devoted his law practice to ensuring his clients receive every benefit available regardless of their economic situation. Mr. Latorre has successfully represented over 20,000 individuals throughout the Carolinas and Florida. He has successfully argued and represented clients before the North Carolina Industrial Commission, District and Superior Courts in North Carolina and South Carolina, the North Carolina Court of Appeals, and the North Carolina Supreme Court. Among the many cases he successfully argued, Mr. Latorre is most proud of two seminal cases in North Carolina: Francisco Ruiz v. Belk Masonry and Vicente Acosta v. Edwin Painting. Mr. Latorre has helped thousands of immigrants obtain their lawful permanent resident status and naturalization in the United States. He has also successfully represented hundreds of immigrant clients in removal proceedings and obtained lawful permanent residence for many of his clients on the verge of being deported from the United States. Mr. Latorre is licensed in the States of Florida and North Carolina. He is a member of the North Carolina and Florida Bar Associations, the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, the American Association for Justice, the Mecklenburg County Bar Association, the Mecklenburg County Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Mr. Latorre has written several articles in national and local publications. He has been featured in many publications and has been a frequent guest on live audio programs in English and Spanish, including Nation Public Radio. He has received several awards including the Business Journal’s “40 under 40” top business persons, the Charlotte Center City Partners’ Vision Award, and the Excellent Award as the Outstanding Businessman of the Year. Mr. Latorre is also the host of “La Verdad De La Ley” a Spanish Language radio show that is broadcast in four states. Mr. Latorre was instrumental in the development of the restaurant and entertainment scene in downtown Charlotte. He firmly believes in giving back to his community. He has represented numerous clients without charge and actively supports numerous charitable and nonprofit organizations. He has served on the board of directors of Charlotte Center City Partners, Theater Charlotte, McColl Center for Visual Arts, Discovery Place, and the Latin Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Latorre is a regular contributor to numerous organizations including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Arts and Science Council, The March of Dimes, Historic Charlotte, The Latin American Women’s Association, Theater Charlotte, Discovery Place, The North Carolina Dance Theatre, The Children’s Law Center, United Way, the UNCC Athletic Foundation, and the Florida State College of Law. In addition to supporting other charitable organizations, Mr. Latorre also founded two annual charitable events to benefit the lives of families in the community: Fiesta de Regreso a la Escuela and Fiesta con Santa. Mr. Latorre was the chair of the Charlotte Immigrant Integration Task Force.

John J. LaCava

Stamford, CT

Attorney John J. LaCava has over twenty-five years of experience in personal injury and civil litigation, including judge and jury trials, appeals, arbitrations, and mediations. He has secured multiple million-dollar verdicts and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. He holds the highest rating from AVVO and is listed in "Best Lawyers in America" for Immigration law. He is also a published author and lecturer on personal injury law.

Elnur Veliev

Rockville, MD

Elnur Veliev is a partner at Greenblatt & Veliev, LLC, specializing in personal injury law. He is an expert negotiator and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star in Maryland for five consecutive years (2018-2022) and as one of America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. He is fluent in Azeri, Turkish, Russian, and conversational Spanish.

John Randal Kopp

Geneva, IL

John R. Kopp is a former prosecutor for the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. He is an experienced litigator focusing on criminal defense, DUI, and traffic violations, and also handles personal injury cases. He earned his law degree from The John Marshall Law School in 2008 and is a member of the Illinois State Bar.

Victor M. Covelli

Allenhurst, NJ

Victor M. Covelli, who is fluent in both English and Spanish, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Liberal Studies from Rutgers University. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor degree from Temple University Law School in 1981 where he was honored with the American Jurisprudence Award for Civil Procedure. Mr. Covelli was admitted to the Bar in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania in 1981 and the California Bar in 1993. In 1981 he was also admitted to the Bar of the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. He has received the Certificate of Commendation from Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services, Inc. for dedicated pro bono service to the community. His affiliations include the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Monmouth County Bar Association and the New Jersey Bar Association. Mr. Covelli's appointments include Public Defender for Ocean Township and previously the Public Defender for the Borough of Manasquan.

Andrew King

Atlanta, GA

Andrew King is a wrongful death and catastrophic injury trial attorney, who is also fluent in Spanish. He represents people who have been seriously injured and the families of loved ones who have been needlessly killed in nursing homes, automobile & trucking accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability cases. Before representing plaintiffs, Andrew spent many years defending companies, physicians, hospitals, nurses, nursing homes, dentists, psychotherapists, and other medical providers in medical malpractice cases in complex matters. He left his partnership with an AmLaw 200 law firm to pursue his passion representing injured persons and the families of those that have been injured.

Javier Marcos

Houston, TX

Attorney Javier Marcos is a first generation American born from Mexican immigrants. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business in May of 1997 from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas following up with a Master of Business Administration in International Business with a Juris Doctor from the University of Houston in Texas. Javier is fluent in Spanish and English focusing his law practice mainly on personal injury and litigation cases. He has successfully represented and helped thousands of Hispanic clients over the past 20 years in many types of injury cases from auto accidents to work accidents. Javier has represented cases for settlements as well as many cases that went to court with successful verdicts for his clients. Javier Marcos has bar admissions throughout the State of Texas and can represent people in any city in Texas in local, county, state, district and federal courts. Also, Attorney Javier Marcos has Pro Hac Vice in out of State jurisdictions. He is a member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas, the Hispanic Bar Association, Houston Bar Association, Harris County Bar Association, American Bar Association and the Bexar County Bar Association. "Justice for Hispanics" has become his driving force and works hard everyday to provide competent, effective legal representation for his Hispanic clients who may feel they have no options. Attorney Javier Marcos has the experience, knowledge and resources needed to defend your rights against businesses, insurance companies and others who may take advantage of the situation. For over 20 years, Javier has helped thousands of clients with their personal injury cases from auto accidents to wrongful death. He has the experience, knowledge and resources to take cases to trial if necessary. He is very focused on getting maximum results on any case he handles getting the most compensation possible for his clients. He does this through meticulous investigation and documentation, aggressive representation and never settling for less than what he and his clients feel is proper compensation for the injuries, loss, pain and suffering. Javier and his law firm handles all types of personal injury.

Jesse M. Minc

Bronx, NY

Jesse Minc is a dedicated personal injury and medical malpractice attorney in New York, recognized for his top-notch legal skills and outstanding results. He has been selected as a member of “America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Lawyers” and a “Super Lawyer” every year since 2016. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Vanderbilt University Law School and a Bachelor's Degree from Washington University in St. Louis. Admitted to practice in New York State and federal courts (Southern and Eastern Districts of New York), he has recovered tens of millions of dollars for injured New Yorkers. He is known for his tenacity, meticulous approach, and ability to secure favorable outcomes even in difficult liability cases.

Nicholas M. Krayer

Wilmington, DE

Nicholas M. Krayer is a founding member of Pratcher Krayer LLC where he practices in the areas of personal injury and workers’ compensation law. He is a Delawarean, having attended St. Elizabeth High School, the University of Delaware, and Widener University School of Law. He served as a Deputy Attorney General and Deputy Child Advocate before joining an insurance defense firm, gaining insight into insurance companies' defense strategies. He is a member of the Delaware Bar, Federal District Court for the District of Delaware, and various professional associations, including being a past president of the Delaware Trial Lawyer's Association.

Sarah P. Cornejo

Woodstock, GA

Sarah Cornejo is an experienced trial attorney who specializes in representing plaintiffs in personal injury claims and holding insurance companies accountable. She is admitted to practice in all State and Superior Courts of Georgia, and is also admitted to practice in the United States District Courts for the Northern District of Georgia. She has assisted in the litigation of multi-million dollar personal injury claims and helped to recover millions of dollars for her clients.

Amanda Demanda

Miami, FL

Attorney Amanda Demanda is a trailblazer, both in the courtroom and in legal marketing. In just five years, she’s transformed her law firm into a household name across Florida, with expanding recognition nationwide. As a testament to her commitment to community and legal prowess, her law firm was recently honored by the prestigious Miami-Dade Favorites award as the Best Personal Injury Law Firm in Miami-Dade, an accolade that celebrates the firm’s excellence and dedication to the Miami community. As a trial attorney and legal marketing pioneer, Amanda prioritizes her role as a mother above all else, infusing every action with empathy and compassion. This distinctive approach has helped to set her apart in a legal marketing landscape historically dominated by male figures. Amanda also draws on her diverse background to pioneer new strategies in legal marketing. She earned her first bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami in broadcast production and political science with a minor in Spanish Literature. Later, while working in consumer product marketing, she pursued a second bachelor’s degree in marketing and business administration from Florida International University. Her dedication to advocacy then led her to transition to law, earning her Juris Doctorate from the University of Florida. Now, she seamlessly integrates her past experiences and commitment to serving her community, especially the Hispanic population, into her legal career. Her unwavering dedication also extends beyond the courtroom, as she actively participates in community events and organizations, including law firm hosted turkey drives and toy drives. Amanda’s involvement in various legal associations also underscores her commitment to her profession and community. She is currently set to be the President of the Miami-Dade Trial Lawyers in 2026 and was just recognized as Board Member of the Year for the Cuban American Bar Association where she served as a board member. Amanda and her law firm have also recently received numerous awards and accolades, including the prestigious Golden Gavel Award for Best Outdoor Ad given by the National Trial Lawyers Association and she herself has been honored as one of the Top 22 Mujeres Mega Exitosas in South Florida for 2024. Amanda Demanda’s blend of legal expertise and marketing acumen sets her apart as a leader in her field. Today, she graciously shares her insights and strategies, bridging the gap between law and marketing without requiring a marketing degree.