Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Norma Lopez

Plano, TX

Norma Lopez is an associate attorney at Dortch Lindstrom Livingston. Norma grew up in South Carolina, but relocated to Dallas, Texas in 2000. Norma was accepted to the University of North Texas Dallas College of Law as a part-time student and continued to work full time. She has been licensed since October 16, 2023. Norma is a Spanish-speaking attorney with a wealth of experience gained over 14 years as a personal injury paralegal before transitioning to the practice of law.

Ricardo Palacio

Wilmington, DE

Ricardo Palacio is a Director and co-chair of Ashby & Geddes’ Bankruptcy and Insolvency group, focusing on bankruptcy, restructuring, and litigation matters. He is recognized by Chambers USA and assists clients nationally and internationally, leveraging his fluency in Spanish.

Danielle Bostic

CHARLESTON, SC

Danielle Bostic became a member of the California bar in 2004. Since that time, she has worked with Mr. Bostic in both transactional law and complex litigation matters. Ms. Danielle Bostic works with businesses and non-profits of all sizes from start-ups to dissolution or mergers. She works with the Bostic Law Team to tackle business purchases, tax matters, employee issues, purchases and leases of real estate, buy/sell agreements, contracts, and other corporate structure matters. In addition to business and non-profit matters, Ms. Danielle Bostic works with estate and tax planning. She has been involved in numerous business, family, and personal asset management and structure planning. For several years, Ms. Danielle Bostic invested in high school students as a speech and debate coach, where her team become California state champions and qualified for the national NCFCA tournaments. Her blog, Law, Grace, and Real Estate gained a consistent following and has translated into occasional speaking engagements on legal or inspirational topics. As a licensed real estate broker and small business owner, Ms. Danielle Bostic works with clients in all types of real estate transactions including both residential and commercial. She frequently works with investors and has forayed into the world of real estate rentals. Ms. Danielle Bostic loves to travel and visited (almost) all 50 states and at least 20 different nations prior to becoming an adoptive mom of two beautiful girls in 2020. She continues to be very active in her church and community and serves on the board of Remember, a ministry to persecuted Christians.

Cynthia A. Arroyo is an attorney with over 20 years of experience, specializing in family law, Spanish family law, estate planning, and personal injury cases.

Edward N. Cain

Chicago, IL

Mr. Cain is an Associate specializing in the defense of complex commercial, construction, premises liability, and product liability claims.

Michelle Muskus, Esq.

Miami, FL

Michelle Muskus is a Florida attorney dedicated to representing homeowners and policyholders in property insurance disputes. She focuses her practice on holding insurance companies accountable when they delay, underpay, or deny valid claims. With a reputation for persistence and strategic advocacy, Michelle works tirelessly to make sure her clients get the coverage and compensation they are entitled to under their policies. Michelle represents clients in a wide range of property insurance matters, including: Hurricane and windstorm damage claims, Water and pipe leak losses, Fire and smoke damage claims, Roof damage disputes, Denied, delayed, or underpaid claims, Bad faith insurance practices. From pre-suit negotiations to trial litigation, Michelle has experience guiding clients through every stage of the claims process. She is committed to leveling the playing field against powerful insurance carriers and making sure her clients’ voices are heard.

Dev Viswanath

New York, NY

Dev Banad Viswanath is the principal attorney of the Banad Law Offices, P.C., with offices located in Manhattan and Queens with an office in Bangalore, India soon to come. Mr. Viswanath obtained his undergraduate degree from Boston University and his J.D. from Pace University School of Law in White Plains, NY. He is admitted to practice in both New York and New Jersey as well as the Federal District Court of New Jersey.

Bobby Phipps

North Charleston, SC

Bobby Phipps is the Managing Partner at John Price Law Firm. He was inspired to become an attorney by his father's best friend. He has been practicing law for 25 years and enjoys helping people solve their problems. Outside of work, he enjoys motorsports, watersports, shooting skeet and sporting clays, and being outdoors.

Christopher Rivera

Miami, FL

Christopher Rivera is a skilled attorney recognized for his broad legal knowledge and dedication to serving clients across multiple areas of law. He stands out for his vast knowledge in cases of Workers’ Compensation and Labor Law. His experience includes preparing and filing claims, drafting legal documents, conducting investigations, and assisting clients in matters such as workplace issues, personal injury, and other civil disputes. Mr. Rivera holds a Master's Degree in International Law with a specialization in U.S. Transnational Law, awarded by the University of Miami. He also has a Juris Doctor degree, granted by University APEC in the Dominican Republic, where he graduated magna cum laude. Such comprehensive training makes him an excellent addition to the Gallardo Law Firm team. His competencies include cross-cultural communication, client counseling and advocacy, strategic negotiation, and legal drafting in multiple areas of law. Attorney Rivera speaks Spanish and English, which allows him to operate effectively in bilingual legal environments and serve a diverse community.

Alfred Real

Santa Ana, CA

Alfred Real, Esq. is a dedicated Worker’s Compensation and Personal Injury attorney with over 25 years of experience.

Gerry Hernandez

Santa Ana, CA

Gerry Hernandez, Esq. is a dedicated Worker’s Compensation and Personal Injury attorney with over 25 years of experience.

C. Ryan Nelson

Bountiful, UT

Ryan Nelson is a dedicated attorney specializing in criminal defense, contract law, employment law, and landlord/tenant law. His practice is uniquely informed by 12 years of service in the Navy and Navy Reserve, including tours with the U.S. 10th and 4th fleets. This military background has instilled in Ryan a strong sense of duty, attention to detail, and strategic thinking that he now applies to his legal work. Ryan earned his Juris Doctor from American University’s Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C., building upon his Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX. This diverse educational background, combined with his military experience, provides Ryan with a multifaceted approach to addressing complex legal challenges. Licensed to practice law in Utah, Ryan has successfully conducted several trials, demonstrating his aptitude for courtroom advocacy and his commitment to vigorously defending his clients’ rights and interests. His primary practice areas include criminal defense, contract law, employment law, and landlord/tenant law, allowing him to serve clients with varied legal needs. Ryan’s transition from military service to legal practice reflects his ongoing commitment to serving others and upholding justice. Clients can expect a lawyer who combines the discipline and strategic thinking of a military veteran with the sharp legal mind of a committed attorney.

James J. “Jimmy” Binns is Special Counsel at The Beasley Firm. He is known for founding the Hero Plaque program and Holiday Meals For Heroes program for fallen police officers and firefighters, and is President and CEO of the Hero Thrill Show. He has successfully handled numerous major cases and is licensed to practice in 20 states, including admission to Federal Courts in those states, the U.S. District Court for Puerto Rico, Circuit Courts of Appeals in all Eleven Circuits, and the U.S. Supreme Court. He is certified as an instructor of Highway Patrol Motorcycle Police Officers and serves as Deputy Chief of the Darby Township Police Department. He speaks French, Italian, and Spanish.

Luis Garcia

Los Angeles, CA

Luis has been with our firm for more than 10 years. Luis is typically the first member of our firm’s team that a new client will meet. Being that the nature of our practice is associated with serious injuries, it’s important that we are able to meet with our clients where it is most convenient. Luis meets with clients at their homes, their places of business, and unfortunately, hospitals too. It is our experience that thorough investigations are the backbone of every strong case. Luis’ work is used to determine negligence, and to strengthen a case by obtaining witness statements, physical evidence, scene diagrams/photographs, etc. In those cases where a material damage claim will be presented, Luis will work with case managers on the client’s behalf to get the best possible settlement for the damages done to their vehicle. Luis works on developing and verifying liability, collectability, and damages. Luis is bilingual in Spanish.

Maria Ortiz is an experienced bilingual litigator with a diverse background, having litigated cases in federal and state courts. She takes pride in representing health care professionals, hospital systems, and physician practice groups. She believes in sheer grit, knowledge, and determination, dedicated to protecting her clients and their rights. She earned her undergraduate and Juris Doctorate degrees from Florida International University. Prior to joining the firm, she was an associate at a top litigation firm in Hollywood, Florida. She is licensed in North Carolina and Florida and is fluent in Spanish.

Chris Morgan

Lehi, UT

Chris Morgan graduated Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2014. He practices exclusively in the area of estate planning and probate, with a particular interest in protecting children and adults with special needs or disabilities. He is a member of both the Elder Law and Estate Planning Sections of the Utah State Bar and serves on the Legislative Committee for those sections. He is recognized for his research and writing in protecting vulnerable adults and seniors from financial abuse.

Christopher D. Alas

Miami Lakes, FL

Christopher D. Alas is the founder and Managing Attorney of Redemption Law, a personal injury law firm built on the principle that everyone harmed by another’s negligence deserves the opportunity for justice. Christopher is a passionate and experienced advocate who relentlessly fights for his clients. Raised in a family of law enforcement officers, he has dedicated his life to protecting the rights of others.

Andrea Recine

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Andrea Recine is a highly respected lawyer renowned for his exemplary track record of winning cases and prioritizing the well-being of his clients above all else. With a dedication to justice and compassion, Andrea combines his legal expertise with a genuine commitment to providing personalized attention and support to each individual he represents. Andrea Recine is a prominent attorney practicing in multiple states, including Florida, Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. Specializing in personal injury law, he brings his expertise to clients across these regions, providing dedicated representation and legal counsel tailored to their individual needs.

Charlene Nercess

Studio City, CA

Attorney Charlene Nercess is a valued member of the Levin & Nalbandyan legal team. She is a passionate employment lawyer with experience in dispute resolution, human rights, and privacy law. She handles a wide variety of cases, including those involving discrimination, retaliation, and harassment in the workplace, as well as a failure to provide medical leave in violation of state law and public policy. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), she received her Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law. In her legal career, Ms. Necess served as second chair associate attorney in a $3,451,220 arbitration win for a hospital nurse fired because of his disability. Notably, she was also the second chair associate attorney in an over $1.4 million arbitration win for a factory worker attempting to return from work after taking medical leave. Ms. Nercess holds a certificate in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine University. She continues working hard to improve the lives of those wronged by careless bad actors.

Jaime Adames

Poughkeepsie, NY

Jaime Adames joined the Firm in 2010. After spending his early childhood in the South Bronx, Jaime moved to Rockland County and graduated from Suffern High School. He holds degrees from State University of New York at Albany (B.A.) and Michigan State University (Thomas M. Cooley School of Law, J.D.). Jaime returned to the Hudson Valley area with his law degree and has dedicated his professional career to helping injured workers receive justice through the provisions of the NYS Workers' Compensation Law. Jaime is fluent in Spanish and enjoys sports, movies, music, dogs and time with his family.

Steven Coodin was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He received his Bachelor of Arts Advanced Degree from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg in 1996. He later attended law school at Thomas Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan and graduated in the fall of 2001. He has been practicing law since he was admitted to the Minnesota State Bar in 2002 and primarily works in the area of criminal defense and family law.

Pamela Ansari Cobiella

Myrtle Beach, SC

Pamela Ansari Cobiella received her Bachelor’s Degree Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2003 and her Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Maryland School of Law, Baltimore in 2007. She began her legal career as an Assistant Public Defender in Baltimore City and continued representing clients in criminal cases in Maryland and the District of Columbia. After moving to South Carolina, she was admitted to practice law there and transitioned to civil litigation, trying numerous cases to verdict. She joined The Sansbury Law Firm in 2023, focusing on representing individuals wrongfully injured. Ms. Cobiella is licensed to practice law in South Carolina, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Courtney Kluever is a trial lawyer and Idaho native that brings 18 years of experience to Fielding Law Group. After graduating from law school at UNLV in 2007, Ms. Kluever began her career at the Office of the Public Defender in Clark County, Nevada, where she obtained multiple jury acquittals and facilitated the dismissal of many more cases through the pretrial suppression of illegally obtained evidence. In private practice, Ms. Kluever has remained dedicated to zealous advocacy on behalf of individual and corporate clients and has litigated numerous complex cases involving both civil rights and civil liabilities. Ms. Kluever holds bar licenses in Idaho, Nevada, and California, and is also fluent in Spanish. Outside of the courtroom, Ms. Kluever enjoys ballet and many other forms of art and exploring Idaho’s magnificent rivers and mountains with her son, Fox.