Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Irwin Cohen co-founded Cohen & Cohen Law in 1970, establishing the firm's family-business traditions and commitment to personalized legal representation for personal injury victims in South Florida.

Sarah Cohen, a top attorney at Cohen & Cohen Law, highlights the firm's commitment to honesty, trust, and open communication with clients, providing her cellphone number for direct contact. She believes being a mom makes her a stronger personal injury attorney, fighting fiercely for clients' well-being.

Carlos Puerto

Orlando, FL

Carlos Puerto has been a partner of MPM Abogados since its foundation. He heads the areas of Urban and Real Estate Law, Property Management and Corporate Law of the firm. He has extensive experience in administrative, urban and real estate law, property, social and environmental management in infrastructure projects. He worked as a lawyer in the firm Pinilla González & Prieto Abogados, was responsible for the property management and legal defense of the Fund for Prevention and Attention to Emergencies of Bogotá, as well as responsible for the Internal Group of property, environmental and social management of the National Institute of Concessions (INCO), today National Infrastructure Agency, among other positions in the private and public sector. Carlos was professor of Urban and Real Estate Law at Universidad Sergio Arboleda, professor of the Specialization in Urban and Real Estate Law at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana UPB in Medellín and professor in the Specialization in Urban Law at Universidad del Rosario. Currently, he advises road concessions and construction companies such as: Concesionaria Ruta del Sol SAS, Concesionaria Autopistas de la Sabana S.A., Concesionaria CCFC S.A, Concesionaria Autopistas del Sol S.A., Yuma Concesionaria S.A., and Concesionaria Transversal del Sisga SAS, Ingisa Inmobiliaria SAS, Ingisa Constructores SAS, Ingisa Procidra SAS, Proyectos e Inversiones Egreci SAS, Inversiones Alcabama S.A, Hitos Urbanos S.A, Ambientti Constructora Inmobiliaria S.A, Constructora Kovok S.A, Sanchez Blanco y Cia, Constructora Villa Angela Ltda and Consorcio Constructor S.A.

Emily Johnson

Encino, CA

Emily Johnson graduated from the University of Illinois Honors College and taught Spanish for over a decade before earning her JD, cum laude, from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University in 2013. She is admitted to practice in Arizona and California, focusing on representing labor unions and their members in federal and state court litigation, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings, as well as advising Taft-Hartley plans on ERISA compliance.

James Ingram

College Station, TX

James Ingram is an Investigator with Chad Jones Law. A proud Aggie, James has a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from Texas A&M University. James spent three years as a district parole officer for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, nine years as a police officer for the City of College Station, and two years as a private investigator for Peel & Associates Research Group. James is also a veteran of the United States Army, where he served as an infantryman in the Army’s elite 75th Ranger Regiment as a member of the Regiment’s 3D Ranger Battalion. James is passionate about representing people who have been unjustly treated with compassion and integrity. Ready to fight, ready to win! James has been married for twenty-one years and in his off-time James is a “Choir Dad” for his daughter, who attends A&M Consolidated High School.

Lucy Benavides is a bilingual (Spanish) Litigation Paralegal and Director of Public Relations for Glen Larson Law Injury Attorneys. She has been in the legal industry for almost a dozen years, categorizing and interpreting data, reviewing and analyzing reports, and drafting legal documents. She also develops relationships with media organizations and speaks on behalf of the firm.

Jose R. Robles

Santa Ana, CA

Enlisting in the United States Marine Corps in 2001, Jose had the opportunity to travel the world. Jose’s infantry unit was one of the first into Iraq in 2003, and then returned to Fallujah in 2004. On his own initiative, Jose self-taught himself Arabic, enhancing his unit’s capabilities during both tours. Jose went on to receive associate degrees in Biology and Chemistry, then transferred to the University of California, Irvine with the intention of going to medical school. However, in 2007, Jose chose to join Auction.com and traveled the United States selling real estate via auction. Jose’s hard work, dedication, and determination enabled him to grow within the organization, serving as the VP of Operations, VP of Portfolio Management, and VP of Legal and Compliance. While employed full-time and recently married, Jose felt the need to ensure his experience and business acumen was also supported by an education. Jose returned to school in the evenings to finalize his bachelor’s degree and then went on to pursue his law degree. Jose completed law school while working full time and supporting his wife as she gave birth to all 3 of their children during law school. Jose has a passion for problem-solving, thrives under pressure, has a proven work-ethic, and has the intelligence to utilize the tools necessary to achieve solutions and accomplish goals. Jose’s ambition naturally led to starting his own practice out of law school, and he is now looking forward to building his firm by providing exceptional customer service and client satisfaction. Jose is a certified scuba diver and pilot, enjoys boating, fishing, camping, off-roading, and all forms of sports/competition, having recently achieved a single-digit golf handicap. Jose is a Professional Services Responder with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, serving on the Search and Rescue Unit and Aero Squadron. Jose currently serves as a Board Member for the Tustin Chamber of Commerce.

John-Paul (J-P) Gustad represents SSDI and SSI clients in Washington, Oregon, California and in any state in which a claimant needs help. Gustad represents Veterans throughout the United States. With offices in both Seattle and Tacoma, Gustad effectively represents clients in the Puget Sound area with established professional relationships with hundreds of physicians and medical professionals. Gustad personally represents clients in Spokane, WA and Portland, OR and U.S. Veterans throughout the United States.

Brenda Reyes

Fresno, CA

Brenda is an assistant to Timothy W. Mazzela, bringing experience in personal injury cases from the greater Los Angeles area. She is fluent in Spanish and is currently pursuing her Paralegal Certificate from Fresno City College. Her duties include client communication, file management, drafting correspondence, and preparing court documents.

Iris Mora

Miami Lakes, FL

Iris is a dedicated Record Retrieval Specialist at Redemption Law, where she plays a crucial role in assisting clients through the document collection process. With a strong commitment to detail, Iris ensures that every record and bill is collected so that our clients can obtain the most favorable outcome at the end of their cases.

Jackie Molina

Chicago, IL

Jackie Molina is a Case Evaluation Specialist who joined the legal field in 2023. She previously worked as a licensed cosmetologist and is passionate about helping the injured achieve peace of mind. She is excited to learn and grow at 844SeeMike Personal Injury Lawyers.

America Alvarez

Miami, FL

America Alvarez has been an attorney at Corona Law Firm, P.A. for over nine years, specializing in bankruptcy and foreclosure. She graduated from the University of Miami Law School in 1987. Her career includes serving as an attorney-advisor with the U.S. Department of Labor, working for an international publishing company focusing on contracts and copyright, and practicing discrimination law. She has been an attorney for 34 years, consistently focusing on client advocacy and continuous learning.

Melissa Villalta

Fort Myers, FL

Melissa Villalta is an attorney at Viles & Beckman with over a decade of experience in legal and nonprofit sectors. She is passionate about advocating for individuals and is bilingual in English and Spanish, ensuring comprehensive support for a diverse clientele.

Albert Peña

Broadview Heights, OH

Mr. Peña has represented more than a thousand accident victims, defended the wrongfully accused, and has seen first-hand the injustices that big insurance companies and police institutions foist upon those that cannot afford even the most basic representation. Mr. Peña aggressively fights for the rights of people who need it the most because he comes from humble roots and knows the impact that even a small victory can have in the lives of those he represents. Born and raised in South Bronx, New York, Mr. Peña was born to Dominican parents who immigrated to the United States in search of better opportunities. Growing up in the inner city and the poorest borough of New York City, Mr. Peña witnessed first-hand the devastating effects that poverty can have on individual human rights and basic dignity. After working for a large New York municipal bond firm and as a trial preparation associate at the New York County District Attorney’s Office, Mr. Peña discovered that his true calling was not work for these institutions, but rather to work for the people who had been marginalized by these very same institutions. These early experiences led Mr. Peña toward a career as a plaintiff’s attorney. In pursuit of his calling, Mr. Peña won the United States President’s award for academic achievement, attended undergraduate school on scholarship at the College of Mount St. Vincent in Riverdale, N.Y., and pursued his law degree from the Cleveland Marshall College of Law, where he was a student Senator and President of the Hispanic Law Student’s Association (HLSA). During law school, he saw the unvarnished, inner workings of the justice system as a clerk to judges and magistrates in the Cleveland Municipal Court and continued his commitment to helping his community by working at the Spanish American Committee of Cleveland. Since his admission to the bar, Mr. Peña has been an advocate for injury victims and continues to serve in many civic capacities. He acts as an advisory committee member for the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District Advisory Committee (NEORSD) and is vice president of the board of directors for the Hispanic Urban Minority Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Outreach Program (Hispanic UMADAOP). Mr. Peña’s civic engagement has also helped him foster relationships with the non-profit organizations Esperanza and the Hispanic Alliance. Mr. Peña speaks fluent Spanish giving him the ability to resolve his clients' dilemmas in two languages. Mr. Peña lives in downtown Cleveland with his fiancé who practices social work.

Daniel R. Black

Millcreek, UT

Daniel R. Black is an associate attorney at Stowell Crayk, PLLC, specializing in Immigration Law and Criminal Defense. He joined the firm in February 2014, after graduating from the University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law in May 2014 and being admitted to the Utah Bar in October 2014. Black has extensive experience in both criminal defense motion practice and various immigration cases, including SIJ cases, and is fluent in Spanish.

Esteban A. Gergely

Rockville, MD

A dedication to helping people protect their liberty and reputation is what inspired Esteban Gergely to focus his legal career on criminal defense. He believes that the constitutional guarantees provided to all persons in the United States is essential to maintaining a free and equal Democracy.

Jacob T. Casso

Brownsville, TX

Jacob T. Casso was born and raised in McAllen, Texas and returned to South Texas after graduating from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2019. He has devoted all of his legal career on the defense side, representing large corporate clients across the State of Texas.

Pilar Falo

Rockville, MD

Pilar Falo is a Partner focusing her practice on criminal and family law matters in Virginia. She handles a wide range of cases from capital murder defense to DUI, contested divorces, child custody, and protective orders. Fluent in Spanish, she provides pro bono representation to the Latino population. She received her B.A. from Fairfield University (2000) and her J.D. from the Catholic University of America (2005). She is licensed in Virginia since 2005.

Victor Lopez

Phoenix, AZ

Victor Lopez is a co-founder and Practice Manager of the Knowles Law Firm, PLC. As a co-founder and Practice Manager at the firm, Mr. Lopez ensures that all clients receive the most informative and comprehensive consultation related to their specific matter. With a Bachelor’s degree in Justice Studies and Human Resources Management from Arizona State University. Mr. Lopez manages all day-to-day operations of the Practice and makes certain that clients are given the highest level of personalized service from the minute they contact the firm. Since co-founding the firm, Mr. Lopez has served in a variety of capacities. In every role, he has proven to be an invaluable asset in the areas of client management, case coordination, and in the operations of the law practice. Additionally, Mr. Lopez is responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and managing of the firm's attorneys and staff. As a knowledgeable criminal defense and personal injury case manager, Victor effectively communicates and provides essential updates on any case, as well as provide insight into the associated legal timeline. Victor is bilingual in Spanish and an ASU Certified Spanish Translator.

Douglas J. Phebus

Lake Charles, LA

Douglas J. Phebus is a partner and shareholder at Arellano & Phebus, S.C. The firm's legal team has been recognized and selected by various prestigious legal associations as lawyers of distinction and lawyers with the highest rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.

Nathan C. Stein

Richmond, VA

Nathan C. Stein is an international lawyer who helps individuals, families, and businesses Handling the complexities of planning their lives and operations across borders. His practice is centered on international estate and wealth planning, family law, corporate law for small businesses and nonprofits, and advising on legal frameworks for corporate sustainability and resilience. Nathan is known for his ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear, understandable advice, ensuring his clients are empowered to make informed decisions. He takes a proactive, long-term view, working to predict and prevent legal issues before they arise. This client-first approach, combining rigorous analysis with a dedication to his clients’ goals, has earned him the respect of clients and colleagues alike. Nathan’s perspective is shaped by a unique blend of academic achievement and hands-on experience. He is a candidate for a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Global Business Law from Columbia Law School, holds a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from New York University School of Law, and graduated cum laude with a degree in Economics from the University of Florida. His professional background is equally diverse, including founding a non-profit organization, serving as chief of staff for a family office, and owning a research corporation. He has also published numerous articles and contributed to a textbook on international law. Nathan has worked in multiple jurisdictions on a wide range of cross-border legal matters. His background includes litigation, mediation, and arbitration, giving him a valuable perspective on dispute resolution and prevention. He finds professional fulfillment in guiding clients toward their goals. In addition to his native English, Nathan speaks Spanish, French, Portuguese, and several other languages, helping him connect with clients and partners around the world. Admitted to practice in New York. Areas of Focus Estate, Wealth & Family Planning • Family Law • Wills, Trusts & Estates • Wealth & Succession Planning • Health Care Directives & Powers of Attorney • Family Offices • Pre-Immigration & Retirement Planning Corporate & Commercial Law • Corporate Law for Businesses & Nonprofits • Contract Drafting, Negotiation & Enforcement • Partnerships & LLCs • Employment Law Cross-Border & Dedicated Matters • Foreign Investment • Corporate Sustainability & Resilience Compliance • International Human Rights Law • Civil Rights & Immigration

Steve Keoni is a dedicated personal injury attorney specializing in auto accident and premises liability representation. Steve was born and raised in Miami, Florida and is fluent in Spanish, ensuring that language is never a barrier to quality legal representation, offering clients the confidence that their stories and concerns are heard accurately and that they are fully informed throughout each step of their case. For his undergraduate degree, he attended Methodist University in Fayetteville, North Carolina and started at quarterback for the Monarchs. In May 2024, he graduated cum laude from the St. Thomas University Benjamin L. Crump College of Law. While in law school, Steve interned for the Honorable Judge Migna Sanchez-Llorens at the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida. He also was a member of the Academic Success Program, which allowed him to serve as a mentor to other law students. Steve works tirelessly to secure the best possible outcomes for his clients, treating each case as a priority and each client as family.

Victor M. Arellano

Lake Charles, LA

Victor M. Arellano is a partner and shareholder at Arellano & Phebus, S.C. The firm's legal team has been recognized and selected by various prestigious legal associations as lawyers of distinction and lawyers with the highest rating in both legal ability and ethical standards.