Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Andrew W. Durland

Seattle, WA

Andy Durland is an associate attorney at The Blankenship Law Firm, focusing on complex employment and litigation matters. He has experience in both plaintiff and defense roles. Andy earned his J.D., with honors, from the University of Washington School of Law and has been licensed in Washington since 2015. He previously served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Costa Rica and is fluent in Spanish.

Admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1987, Enrique Rosario has over thirty years of experience working with immigration law. Fluent in Spanish, he is equipped to provide the best representation possible for people in need of immigration advocacy. Later in his life, he attended American University to study Public International Law and International Organizations. He can be heard speaking regularly on the Enterate Inmigrante radio show, broadcasted by WTTM.

Ryann E. Hall

Marina Del Rey, CA

Ryann E. Hall was born and raised in Venice, CA. Ryann has nearly a decade of experience working as a Plaintiff’s civil rights and employment lawyer. Ryann received her Bachelor’s degree from Fordham University in the Bronx, NY where she double majored in Spanish Literature & Language and Anthropology. Ryann attended Tulane University Law School in New Orleans, LA where she graduated cum laude in 2015.

Nellie Hernandez

Atlanta, GA

Nellie Hernandez is a proud Bronx, NY native with a strong commitment to justice and advocacy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies and African-American Studies from Emory University. After transitioning from the tech industry, Nellie found her true calling in personal injury law and aspires to earn her JD to continue making a difference in the field. Having experienced firsthand the challenges faced by underrepresented communities, Nellie is passionate about helping others navigate legal hurdles. As a Puerto Rican woman from the Bronx, she’s deeply connected to her roots and strives to advocate for those who need it most. She loves her client facing role and believes that no question is too small or insignificant, every question is an opportunity to empower clients and provide clarity. Outside of her professional life, Nellie enjoys working out, hiking, and writing poetry.

Salomon V. Bagdadi

Harrisburg, PA

Salomon V. Bagdadi, Esq. is an accomplished attorney with fifteen years of experience, specializing in real estate acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing. He represents diverse clientele including real estate developers, investors, lenders, and landlords. He is also a licensed Florida Title Agent and President of Straight Line Title. He is fluent in Spanish and has been an active member of The Florida Bar since 2009.

Jessalyn Santiago

Raleigh, NC

Dedicated Marcari Russotto Spencer & Balaban attorney, advocates for clients with skill and compassion. Fluent in Spanish, she guides individuals through complex legal challenges, protecting rights and pursuing justice.

Mr. Doxey provides general representation to businesses and public entities. He advises businesses in transactional matters such as entity formation and governance, contracts, employment, land use and development, and mergers and acquisitions. He counsels municipalities and other public entities on a broad range of legal issues, including land use, ordinance preparation, and public administration. He also serves as a resource to connect clients with appropriate personnel at BTJD for estate planning, tax, litigation, and other matters. As a result of his commercial litigation experience, Mr. Doxey emphasizes clarity and readability in documenting transactions for both private and public clients.

Rebecca Sommers

Raleigh, NC

Rebecca Sommers has called North Carolina home since age 7. During law school, she worked in the Immigration Clinic helping asylum cases. Following graduation, she served as a staff attorney at Church World Service refugee resettlement agency, helping over 40 people obtain permanent residency.

Julio C. Cuen

Phoenix, AZ

Julio C. Cuen is a Supervising Attorney at Rafi Law Group, known for his talent, diligence, and passion in advocating for clients. He excels in attention to detail, communication, and negotiation, securing favorable outcomes. Born in San Diego and raised in Phoenix, Julio earned his JD from Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law in 2020. During law school, he honed advocacy skills through Public Defender and Immigration clinics and gained experience with private and governmental criminal defense and immigration firms. He graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University with a Bachelor's in Political Science, receiving the prestigious Moeur Award for academic excellence. In his free time, Julio enjoys reading, exercising, and hiking.

Fernando Gonzalez Matheus has been an Economist since 1985, with extensive professional and managerial experience in family businesses (construction sector) and large transnational corporations (mass consumption, non-alcoholic beverages). He has directed companies in areas such as supply chain, production, marketing and sales, administration, corporate finance, new businesses, and personnel management. He has also participated in various Public and Private organizations representing the Business sector and served on boards of Business Guilds like the Association of Executives, the Chamber of Industrialists, and the National Association of Beverages and Glass. In Corporate Social Responsibility, he was president and director of the Voluntary Dividend for the Community-DVC. He continues to advise companies and institutions on new business development.

Hector González

Tampa, FL

Hector González is a Senior Litigation Paralegal at Black Rock Trial Lawyers. Born in Puerto Rico, he has resided in Tampa since 1991. He began his legal career as a Specialist Paralegal in the U.S. Army from 2009 to 2018, including a year in Afghanistan. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of South Florida and an M.A. in Global Affairs from the University of Oklahoma. Hector is a registered paralegal with the Florida Bar and a Florida notary. His contributions include helping set judicial precedent for punitive damages in consumer discrimination cases in federal courts.

Jonathan Gutierrez

Miami, FL

Jonathan A. Gutierrez, Esq. is a talented attorney with vast experience in Immigration, especially in the preparation and drafting of visa petitions, adjustment of status applications, and other critical forms directed to USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services). His knowledge of immigration processes, both employment-based and family-based, makes him an excellent addition to Gallardo Law Firm and a passionate advocate for those facing deportation, reunification, visa, or political asylum proceedings. Mr. Gutierrez also stands out for his ability to lead appeal strategies and to prepare well-argued legal files that maximize our client's chances of success. His professional capabilities are complemented by an excellent academic trajectory, which includes his Juris Doctor degree from the renowned School of Law at the University of Miami and the completion of his studies in Economics and Philosophy from Florida State University, where he graduated Cum Laude. The main commitment of this attorney is to his clients: to advise them, represent them, and fight for each of them tirelessly. His organizational skills, personalized attention, and continuous follow-up contribute to making his work exceptional. Mr. Gutierrez is fluent in English and Spanish, has a thorough understanding of the LexisNexis and Westlaw legal databases, and is a member of the Cuban-American Bar Association (CABA).

Jorge Martinez

Bradenton, FL

Jorge Martinez is an accomplished trial attorney with almost ten years of experience, focusing on civil litigation and family law. He has successfully handled judgments and appellate rulings, and is fluent in Spanish.

Mauricio A. Ortiz

Aurora, IL

Mr. Ortiz is an associate. Born in Chicago, Mr. Ortiz joined the firm after graduating law school and has been a member since. Mr. Ortiz's core values focus on integrity and handling each case with great care. While in law school, Mr. Ortiz interned at the Aurora Hesed House. There, he gained an invaluable experience by assisting Aurorans apply for governmental assistance benefits. Mr. Ortiz is bilingual in English and Spanish and is committed to assisting the Latino/a community.

Neal Metler was born in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. He holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Management from Brigham Young University, Idaho, and a Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Neal is fluent in English and Spanish. He volunteers at a local faith-based congregation in Newport Beach. As an experienced Personal Injury Attorney, he has settled hundreds of personal injury cases worth millions of dollars. He loves achieving outstanding results for clients and making a positive impact. Originally from Virginia, he now resides in Newport Beach, CA. He enjoys spending time with friends and family at the beach and sports games.

Eber Bayona

Beverly Hills, CA

Eber grew up in New York City and loves to travel to new places at every opportunity. He has one son, who also loves to travel. Eber sits on the board of the Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation of the First A.M.E. Church, the oldest black church in Los Angeles. Eber has practiced law Pro-Hoc Vice in several other states, such as Florida, Arizona, Washington, New York, and Illinois.

Joseph A. Heath

Raleigh, NC

Joseph Heath completed his law degree at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Law in 2023. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in European Studies from Brigham Young University (2016) and a Master of Science in Russian and Eastern European Studies from the University of Oxford (2017). He is fluent in English and Czech, and proficient in Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian. He enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with his wife, Paige.

Victor M. Arellano

Portland, ME

Victor M. Arellano is a bilingual Partner/Shareholder at Arellano & Phebus, S.C., specializing in personal injury, medical negligence, employment, criminal, and immigration law. He has been recognized by prestigious legal associations for his legal ability and ethical standards.

Chris Carouthers is a bankruptcy attorney who provides legal assistance and debt relief through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. His firm, Chris Carouthers & Associates, offers personalized legal guidance to help clients regain financial stability and protect assets.

Ana Ferreira

Philadelphia, PA

In 2015, I became the founding member of Ferreira Law, a full-service boutique immigration law firm designed to provide guidance and professional legal services to the immigrant community located in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. As a child of immigrants and as a first-generation citizen, I am deeply passionate about the immigration process. Both my parents and my in-laws came to the United States to seek a better life for themselves and their families. I was fortunate enough to grow up in Philadelphia’s deeply rich Portuguese community, and had the pleasure of directly witnessing families achieve their own personal American Dream. Unfortunately I am also all too familiar with families being torn apart by our nation’s harsh immigration system. With this background, I knew from a young age that I wanted to focus my career on helping immigrants achieve their goals. My legal career began at The Pennsylvania State University, where I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Crime, Law and Justice. I went on to attend law school at The Delaware Law School where I represented indigent clients in court as a certified legal intern for The Delaware Law School Criminal Defense Clinic. After law school, I served as a Judicial Fellow to the Honorable Joseph Fernandes at the Family Court of Philadelphia. Now, I utilize my background and legal expertise to do what I love most -strive to assist each and every one of my clients in achieving their own version of the American Dream and provide competent and thorough legal services to members of my beloved community. I am fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. I am licensed to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey

Christine Seminario

Salt Lake City, UT

Christine’s practice areas include immigration and family law. As part of her immigration practice, she represents clients seeking family-based visas, asylum, U-visas, VAWA, and other immigration benefits. She also represents clients facing removal proceedings and other complex immigration and criminal matters. Christine also handles divorce, custody, and guardianship cases relating to special immigrant juveniles.