Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Celedonia Balderrama

Albuquerque, NM

Celedonia 'Celia' Balderrama has been practicing law since 2015. She began her career at the New Mexico Office of the Attorney General in the Special Prosecutions Division, focusing on Internet Crimes Against Children and Government Accountability. She later joined Balderrama Law Firm, helping to open the Albuquerque office with her husband, Frank Balderrama. She is licensed to practice law in New Mexico State and Federal Courts.

Christina Elhaddad

San Diego, CA

Christina Elhaddad is a Senior Associate at Hoffman & Forde, focusing on civil and business litigation, residential and commercial real estate, and immigration law. She has experience representing diverse organizations and individuals, including noncitizens in immigration proceedings and survivors of gender-based violence.

Eli N. Padilla

Dallas, TX

For me, life and the practice of law are summed up in one simple statement: treat others the way you want to be treated. I have been a practicing attorney for nearly 25 years, including four years as a Judge Advocate in the United States Air Force. Throughout my career, the Golden Rule propels me to treat clients with empathy as I guide them through oftentimes difficult legal and personal circumstances. Each client matter is unique requiring a deft legal and individual touch. Recently, I helped a client who had been fired because of his religious beliefs obtain the relief he deserved, including a sizable monetary award. It is personally very satisfying righting the legal wrongs endured by my clients, as well as obtaining for them the monetary and other relief to which they are entitled. I look forward to putting my many years of legal knowledge and experience to work for you. In the process, I hope you feel individually valued and respected.

Travis J McConnell is an attorney who personally handles each case, advocating for clients and offering free initial consultations with a contingency fee basis for accident cases. He was raised in northeast Indiana, attended Butler University, and studied abroad in Spain. He is fluent in English and Spanish. He earned his law degree from Indiana University School of Law and Stetson University College of Law. He has represented hundreds of clients and has 11 years of experience.

Denise Russo joined Salvi, Salvi & Wifler, P.C. in June 2013 to manage the firm’s Trusts and Estates law practice. Denise works closely with her clients in order to provide them with personalized planning strategies to avoid probate, minimize tax liability and preserve assets. Some of her services include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, pre-marital agreements and trust and estate administration. Prior to joining the firm, Denise managed her own private law practice and started her law career as a Cook County Public Defender. In addition to her legal experience, Denise's professional background includes executive consulting and international business experience. She is fluent in Spanish.

Ali Razavi

Santa Ana, CA

Ali Razavi, Esq. is the founder and managing attorney at Razavi Law Group. Mr. Razavi is an Orange County native. He graduated at the top of his class at UCLA, earning cum laude honors. He pursued his law degree at Chapman University’s reputable Fowler School of Law. Since then, Mr. Razavi has been voted Best Lawyer in OC and consecutively won Super Lawyer Rising Star Award from 2020 through 2025. He is the March 2024 cover page for the Attorney Journal and recently interviewed by the LA Daily Journal and Los Angeles Times for his law firm’s accomplishments. Mr. Razavi has been solely focusing on civil litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and has reached thousands of successful resolutions for his clients. Mr. Razavi is a philanthropist and is a large donor to underprivileged children.

Rachel A. Moss is a criminal defense attorney admitted in Arizona. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from James Madison University Honors College in 2018 and her Juris Doctorate from Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2021. She joined Attorneys for Freedom as a law clerk in 2020 and became a licensed attorney in January 2022.

Peter McCool

Arlington Heights, IL

Dr. Peter McCool is an attorney and emergency physician specializing in medical malpractice, nursing home, and catastrophic injury cases. His unique combination of legal and medical expertise allows him to effectively advocate for clients, providing compassionate and personalized representation.

Tyler J. Kubinski

El Paso, TX

Mr. Tyler Kubinski is an El Paso native and went to the University of Texas at El Paso before attending St. Mary's Law School. Tyler has been licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and Colorado since 2020. Throughout law school, Tyler was an active participant in competitions from moot court to mock trial. While in school he acted as a law clerk for Bexar County in San Antonio and participated in a business law internship in Beijing, China. Tyler has worked in many positions at Kubinski & Associates throughout the years and confidently ensures that every aspect of his client's cases are handled with care. In his free time, Tyler enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs. He also likes to stay active by playing paintball and practicing jiu jitsu as a brown belt.

Kevin Niser

Coral Gables, FL

Kevin Niser earned his undergraduate degree from Florida International University in Miami, Florida, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Minor in International Relations. He attended law school at St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, FL. While in law school, Kevin earned the St. Thomas University School of Law Pro Bono Commendation and received a Cali award recipient for Admiralty Law and Seminar: Selected Topics in Criminal law and Criminal Procedure.

John Casey Cowley

New Orleans, LA

John “Casey” Cowley founded Casey Law Firm in 2013. He is passionate about representing his clients and specializes in Personal Injury Law and Workers’ Compensation. A native of New Orleans, Casey graduated from Jesuit High School in 1998. He has both his undergraduate degree and his Juris Doctorate from Louisiana State University. Casey is fluent in Spanish and studied law for a semester in Argentina at the highly regarded Universidad Austral in Buenos Aires. While there, he developed a deep love for Argentine culture, and went back to Argentina after finishing law school where he worked in Buenos Aires for three years. Casey has used his knowledge of Spanish to serve thousands of clients since the founding of the firm. He understands what it is to live in a culture in which your language is not the native one and he uses that knowledge to represent all of his clients with empathy and care. Always proud of his hometown, Casey is a proud member of the Who Dat Nation, a sponsor of the Saints broadcasts on Hispanic Radio, and is involved with Catholic Charities in serving the Hispanic community.

Mariangeli Mercado

Miami, FL

Attorney Mariangeli Mercado-Torres holds a bachelor’s degree in arts and humanities, with a concentration in Pre-Law and complementary studies in criminologys and political science. She obtained this degree in 2016 from the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus, where she graduated with Cum Laude honors. Subsequently, in 2019, she earned her Juris Doctor from the School of Law of the same university, achieving the distinction of Magna Cum Laude. In February 2021, Ms. Mercado-Torres was admitted to the legal profession in Puerto Rico and, in August of the same year, to the United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico. During her years at the School of Law, she stood out as a Tutor of Criminal Procedure Law and was consistently on the Dean’s List. She is a member of the Federal Bar Association and of the Commission on the Rights of Immigrants of the Puerto Rico Bar Association. As a defense litigator, she has represented clients in complex and sensitive cases, including the defense of fellow attorneys before the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico. Before joining the immigration team at Gallardo Law Firm, she acquired vast experience handling federal litigation and defending civil matters before the District Court of Puerto Rico, especially in civil rights issues, ADA, and diversity jurisdiction. Ms. Mercado-Torres has experience handling administrative discrimination claims before agencies such as the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), minor criminal cases, DUI defense, and expungement processes. In addition, she has served as in-house counsel for nonprofit organizations that support victims of domestic violence and develop rehabilitation programs. With a style based on ethics, dedication, and attention to detail, this attorney ensures strategic and personalized representation adapted to the unique needs of her clients.

Pilar Diaz

Pottstown, PA

Pilar Diaz provides pragmatic legal advice to clients during difficult times, keeping them informed and presenting options for quick and amicable resolutions. She is fluent in Spanish.

John Paul Marchan

Waukesha, WI

Born and raised in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Attorney John Paul Marchan has nearly 20 years of experience practicing law and is a valued member of Walden, Neitzke & Taylor, S.C. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2006, he returned to his hometown to establish his legal practice, focusing on litigation with an emphasis on criminal defense and family law. JP is well known for his unwavering dedication to his clients and strong ties to the Waukesha community. John Paul defends individuals accused of crimes ranging from complex felony charges to simple misdemeanors. His dedication to his client’s rights has earned him numerous victories in both Waukesha and Milwaukee counties, including “Not Guilty” findings by multiple twelve-person juries. JP also compassionately guides clients through family law disputes and is regularly appointed by local judges to serve as a Guardian ad Litem as well as a mediator in family court. As an active member of the community, John Paul volunteers for several elementary and middle school sports teams and community boards. He is also a member of the Waukesha County Bar Association. JP sees the legal profession as another way of giving back to the people in his community, compassionately walking alongside them and guiding them through a difficult time in their lives. In his spare time, John Paul appreciates spending time with his family, enjoying the outdoors, and cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers. Born and raised in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Attorney John Paul Marchan has nearly 20 years of legal experience and is a valued member of Walden, Neitzke & Taylor, S.C. He focuses his practice on criminal defense and family law, defending and supporting individuals going through some of the hardest times in their lives. JP’s dedication to serving others began during his time at Catholic Memorial and continues throughout his professional career. JP co-founded Operation Michael while attending CMH, a homelessness awareness initiative, and remains active with the school, having served on the Board of Directors from 2018 to 2024, mentoring the Mock Trial club, and providing legal guidance during the COVID-19 pandemic. JP is also deeply involved in the Waukesha community, volunteering with local youth sports teams, serving on community boards, and being a member of the Waukesha County Bar Association. He views his legal practice as another way to serve and support those in need, as also shown by his chosen practice areas.

Benjamin F. Manion

Phoenix, AZ

Benjamin Manion is a Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation by the State Bar of Arizona and a partner at Arizona Injury Law Group. He has been practicing exclusively workers’ compensation law since 2003. He is the current President of the Arizona Association of Lawyers for Injured Workers and has been a presenter for the legal case review at the Industrial Commission of Arizona’s Claim Seminar. Ben is bilingual in Spanish and has fought for the last two decades for injured workers’ rights in the Latino Community.

Bisman K. Bhatti

Irvine, CA

Bisman Bhatti is an associate attorney at Everett Dorey, a litigator handling a wide variety of cases including general liability, public entity, and employment law. She is a graduate of the University of California Davis Law School, where she served as a Senior Notes and Comments Editor of the UC Davis Law Review and Business Symposium Editor of the Business Law Journal. Bisman was an extern for the Honorable Troy L. Nunley, serving the United States District Court in the Eastern District of California. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of California Davis with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Technology Management. Bisman is fluent in Punjabi and Hindi and proficient in Spanish.

Attorney Emily A. Zettlemoyer was born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Emmaus. She majored in Political Science with a Spanish minor at Gettysburg College before attending Pace University School of Law. During law school, she interned at the ASPCA's legal department, served as a research assistant for a professor, and worked as an extern with a Custody Mediator in Bronx Family Court. After graduating in 2004, she returned to the Lehigh Valley to join her father's law practice. Emily has served on the Board of Directors for THE PROGRAM for Women and Families (2006-2015), the Young People’s Philharmonic of the Lehigh Valley, and currently for Concordial Preschool.

Yadira Zepeda

Palmdale, CA

Yadira is our Sr. Case Manager and has been with Trevino Law since day one. She has over ten years of experience in the personal injury field specializing in Pre-Litigation. She loves being able to provide a more personable experience to our clients during such a difficult time in their lives. Her skills and work ethic make her a great addition to our team. As a case manager, Yadira will work directly with you to make sure to resolve your property damage whether that’s getting your car repaired or the maximum total loss offer. She also will ensure you get the medical attention you need. She is bilingual and fluent in English and Spanish. Yadira lives in Lancaster with her three daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Kelly Vega

Raleigh, NC

Kelly Vega was born in New Jersey but raised in Puerto Rico, where she grew up surrounded by culture, family, and a strong sense of community. From a young age, Kelly knew she wanted a career that would allow her to help others. After earning her Bachelor's in Business Administration (Marketing) from the University of Puerto Rico and Master's in Human Resources from Interamerican University, she completed her J.D. and was admitted to the Puerto Rico Bar in 2014. She then relocated to Florida to begin her career as an immigration attorney. She has dedicated herself to representing immigrants across the United States, with special focus on humanitarian cases including T Visas, VAWA, asylum, family petitions, and removal defense. As Managing Attorney of the Orlando office at Vasquez Law Firm, she leads the firm's growth in Florida and oversees local operations. Kelly enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, and spending quality time with family and friends. Her energy, empathy, and dedication help clients feel heard, supported, and in good hands.

Chris Wikler

Sacramento, CA

Chris Wikler is an associate at Cutter Law, passionate about helping people harmed by negligence and corporate indifference. He handles serious injury, complex mass tort, and nursing home abuse cases, bringing compassion and unyielding commitment to help injured people find justice. He earned his J.D. from McGeorge School of Law in 2025.

Michael Green

Los Angeles, CA

Michael Green is an experienced Trial Attorney with over 30 years of experience representing injured people exclusively. He has tried close to 100 cases to verdict and earned a reputation for tenacity and persistence. Michael began his legal career providing services to Migrant Farm Workers in Ventura County, where he refined his Spanish-speaking skills to fluency. He attended law school at night while working full time and graduated without student loans. His passion for representing the injured stems from his own experience of being bullied as a child.

IVAN GONZALEZ

Las Vegas, NV

Ivan Gonzalez was originally born in Mexico City and at the age of 14, he moved to Las Vegas Nevada with his family. Ivan speaks fluent both Spanish and English and has been in the customer service industry at a management level for over 25yrs. Ivan works for Nevada Leal Group as marketing consultant for injury law, criminal law and traffic citations. He has been in the law field for over 15yrs and has helped the community by providing free services of notary public and translation of birth certificates.

Brandon Nunez

Garden City, NY

Brandon Andres Nunez is a dedicated and results-driven attorney with a strong background in personal injury law, trial advocacy, and alternative dispute resolution. A graduate of Drake University Law School, Brandon brings hands-on courtroom experience and a deep commitment to client advocacy. He has conducted bench trials, participated in jury trials, and managed a wide range of cases, now becoming a lead advocate in Labor Law. His training in ADR, with over 100 hours of mediation education and nearly 400 mediations completed, gives him a strategic advantage in resolving high-stakes personal injury cases. Brandon is a fluent Spanish speaker and a staunch advocate for bilingual access to legal representation.