Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Justin L. Rosenstein

Greenbelt, MD

Justin L. Rosenstein is a third-generation attorney at Rensin & Rosenstein, LLP. He graduated from the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law in 2019 and was barred in Maryland on December 18, 2019. He holds two degrees in International Business and Insurance & Risk Management from the University of South Carolina.

Patricia McGauley

Mashpee, MA

Patricia McGauley is Of Counsel at the firm, specializing in estate planning, probate matters, and general representation of Spanish-speaking clients. She graduated from Fairfield University and Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law, and was admitted to practice in Massachusetts in 1997.

Ana Jasso

Tampa, FL

Ana Jasso was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and dreamed of becoming an attorney. She first earned an education degree, then a Law degree from the University of Guadalajara in 1995. After moving to the U.S. and gaining legal residency, she earned a Master’s degree in International Law from Stetson University College of Law. She has been with Maney | Gordon | Zeller, P.A. since June 2009, managing the Immigration Help Center office. Her legal experience includes family visas, naturalization, removal cases, waivers, non-immigrant visas, and asylums. As an immigrant herself, she is passionate about helping the immigrant community achieve their American dreams with personalized and compassionate service.

Lauren B. Gonzales

Corpus Christi, TX

Lauren B. Gonzales is a Founding Partner at Gonzales Law Firm. A summa cum laude graduate of Thurgood Marshall School of Law (Class of 2024), she served as Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review, Vice President of her class, and President of the Hispanic Law Students Association. She was a key member of the national mock trial team, winning the ABOTA Best in Texas Voir Dire competition and earning Most Professional Advocate for two consecutive years, leading to her induction into the Order of the Barristers. She is an active member of the Hispanic Bar Association of Houston, the Mexican American Bar Association of Houston, the Texas State Bar, the Corpus Christi Bar Association, and the Coastal Bend Women Lawyers Association. Prior to law school, she worked for 12 years as a civil trial paralegal.

Eduardo P. Chacon

Pittsburgh, PA

Attorney Eduardo P. Chacon has represented thousands of clients over the course of more than 23 years, providing experienced and results-driven legal counsel in a wide range of criminal and civil matters. His extensive litigation experience and dedication to protecting his clients’ rights have earned him a strong reputation for professionalism, integrity, and effective advocacy.

Boyd Johnson

Aliso Viejo, CA

Boyd Johnson, founder and principal of Johnson Injury Law, is a personal injury attorney dedicated to helping clients recover what has been taken from them. A graduate of Brigham Young University and Chapman Law School, he is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to connect personally with Hispanic clients. His commitment to personal injury law is deeply personal, stemming from his own experience as an injury client. He focuses on being real, honest, and fighting hard for his clients, treating every client like family.

Jared G. Brande

Las Vegas, NV

Jared G. Brande is an experienced attorney who focuses on helping families and entrepreneurs plan for their future. Throughout his career, Mr. Brande has gained valuable experience working with individuals of varying backgrounds, as well as businesses with specific and unique needs. Mr. Brande is married with four children. In his spare time, he enjoys attending sporting events, skiing, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Judd McPherson

Joplin, MO

Judd McPherson has been practicing criminal defense law since 1997, specializing in impaired driving cases. A former Joplin police officer, he brings extensive insight into DWI defense. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration and an Associate's Degree in Law Enforcement from Missouri Southern State University, and a Juris Doctorate from Washburn University School of Law.

Sol Kim

Rogers, AR

Sol Kim is an attorney focusing on Immigration, Domestic Relations, and Guardianships. She is also a Certified Mediator.

Genesis Guzman

New York, NY

Genesis is a litigation paralegal at Sullivan & Brill. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Hartford with a B.A. in Politics and Government and a minor in Economics. While in college, she was inducted into the Pi Sigma Alpha Society and was on the Dean's list. She received an opportunity to travel to Amman, Jordan to join PAYCE Civic Podcasting Fellowship and podcast about young people's civic engagement. Genesis went on to work for personal injury firms before joining Sullivan and Brill, LLP in 2023. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. Genesis's experience is a pillar of knowledge for her clients. Her patient and caring personality serve her well as she helps injured individuals navigate the litigation through trial stages. In her free time, Genesis enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, paddleboarding, and biking.

Olga Fofanova

Baton Rouge, LA

Olga Fofanova, born in Russia, was admitted to practice law there in 2009. She later earned her J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where she was active in the Trial Advocacy program and the Maritime Law Journal. She is admitted to practice before all Louisiana state courts and is fluent in Russian and learning Spanish.

Pedro Villalobos

Austin, TX

Pedro Villalobos is a criminal defense attorney who understands the system from every angle, having spent his career on the front lines of the Texas criminal legal system. He has handled misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile matters, and complex family violence cases, bringing real courtroom experience and leadership. He grew up in Houston, earned his undergraduate from The University of Texas at Austin (BS Sport Management with High Honors), and graduated from The University of Texas School of Law (JD). He began his legal career at the Travis County Attorney’s Office, working in the Intake Division, Trial Court Division, and as a Team Lead in the Family Violence Division. He led litigation teams, trained prosecutors, and helped draft internal procedures. At the Travis County District Attorney’s Office, he handled felony-level family violence cases, served as a felony animal cruelty prosecutor, and worked in the Juvenile Division. Most recently, he led the Early Case Review and Counsel At First Appearance Division at the County Attorney’s Office, supervising attorneys and working with law enforcement, judges, and local officials. Outside of the courtroom, he served as President of AFSCME Local 1624 and on the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Board. He is fluent in Spanish and, as a former DACA recipient and Dreamer, his lived experience shapes his approach to protecting clients' rights and futures.

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Mariana Vargas

Los Angeles, CA

Mariana is a Senior Client Advocate in the pre-litigation department at Venerable Injury Law, with years of experience under her belt and a particular specialty in handling premises liability and motor vehicle accident claims. Mariana has handled cases from the intake stage through settlement, so she is well aware of the potential issues that may arise at any time during the claims process. She has handled numerous types of insurance claims and has knowledge working with standard and nonstandard insurance companies, as well as commercial carriers. In addition to her expansive case handling and insurance claim experience, she also has strong negotiating skills that she brings to bear for our client’s advantage. Mariana’s positive attitude and energy are evident in her work ethic and direct feedback from clients. Through her work at the firm, Mariana has discovered that her passions are to serve, educate, and assist injured victims to recover during difficult times.

Elliott Tait

Mount Pleasant, SC

D. Elliott Tait comes to Andrews after 12 years of service at South Carolina Legal Services. There, he fought for survivors of domestic violence in Family Court, helping them keep custody of their children, secure financial support from their abusers, and ultimately start new lives free from the cycle of violence. He was also the Education Unit Head at Legal Services, where he was responsible for litigating cases against school districts for failing to provide appropriate services to children with special needs. Elliott continues to be a sought-after speaker, writer and litigator on education law matters, especially those involving special education and IEPs. Before law school, Elliott lived and worked in Bolivia, South America for two years. There, he became fluent in Spanish and fell in love with the Latin culture and people. His love of the Latino community and his desire to fight for the marginalized people in the world pushed him to attend law school. In law school, Elliott was an active member of the Pro Bono Board, the Moot Court Bar, and won distinctions for his excellent appellate work by being inducted in the Moot Court Order of Barristers. He also clerked for the US Department of Justice and volunteered with the South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, where he helped immigrant victims of crime navigate the American legal system for the first time. Elliott brings warmth, energy and kindness to his work. He cares deeply about his clients and gives them compassionate and direct counsel. Elliott works hard to resolve matters amicably and, if the court need to be involved, enjoys advocating and litigating to help his clients accomplish their goals.

Sergio Diaz

San Antonio, TX

Born and raised in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Sergio graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juarez in International Trade in 1990. After several years working in Logistics for UPS, Sergio decided to study Law in Mexico, and graduated from the Centro Cultural Universitario. In 2011, Mr. Diaz became a member of the Paralegal and Licensing Division of The Arizona Supreme Court, and in 2018 Sergio he finished his Master’s Degree in Laws in the U.S. Law from the Washington University of St Louis, MO. Sergio has extensive experience in Immigration Law and has helped thousands of families with U Visas, T Visas, family reunification, Green Cards and Citizenship. He broadcasts free online citizenship classes every week, via social media. Sergio is based in Phoenix, AZ, where he leads the Immigration Division of CO Law, and oversees the immigration operation in Mexico.