Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Hachley Chala

Miami Lakes, FL

Hachley is a dedicated Property Damage Specialist at Redemption Law, where she plays a crucial role in assisting clients through the legal process in repairing their vehicle. With a solid foundation in client relations and legal support, Hachley is dedicated to assisting clients with property damage cases, ensuring they receive the guidance and support they need from their very first interaction with our firm.

Elizabeth Americo has been officially admitted to the New Jersey Bar, enhancing the firm's legal services across state borders. She consistently demonstrates commitment to legal excellence and client advocacy. Specializing in a wide variety of civil litigation matters, her expertise effectively addresses unique legal challenges.

Manuel Murdoch

Blackfoot, ID

Manuel Murdoch, founder of Murdoch Law Office, began his career as a criminal defense attorney in 2000. He is fluent in English and Spanish and is committed to providing exceptional representation and obtaining the best results for his clients.

Mariela Martinez

Yakima, WA

Mariela Martinez, born and raised in Yakima, WA, joined the Morales team in August 2019 as a Litigation Manager. She graduated from Central Washington University in 2016 with a bachelor’s in public health and specialized in nursing. She is biliterate in Spanish. Her responsibilities include case management, drafting pleadings and motions, assisting with discovery, filing with the Court, and preparing for arbitration and trials.

John P. Alexander, Jr.

Akron, OH

Attorney Alexander is an experienced litigator who has successfully represented clients across the State of Ohio. Attorney Alexander has the reputation for providing exceptional legal representation and thrives on zealously advocating on his client’s behalf to ensure their legal rights are protected. He pays attention to every detail to make sure that each client receives the personal attention and quality representation that he or she deserves. Alexander has successfully handled some very high profile cases which received international attention. Alexander’s media interviews include the local newspapers, radio, TV, and True TV (formally known as Court TV). His cases have been covered on CNN, FOX, ABC, NBC, CBS and other media outlets. Attorney Alexander has won jury acquittals for clients facing charges ranging from Aggravated Murder to Disorderly Conduct. He is certified by the Ohio Supreme Court to handle Death Penalty cases. Attorney Alexander strives to meet his client’s needs, has a command of Ohio Criminal Laws and uses these resources to effectively negotiate with prosecutors when necessary to secure a favorable settlement resulting in reduced or dismissed charges. If a trial is needed, Attorney Alexander will question potential witnesses, investigate to uncover favorable evidence, and challenge evidence collected by the prosecution, all offering the greatest opportunity for a favorable jury verdict.

Will Woodrow is Of Counsel to Livingston Law Group. He has built a distinguished career in complex litigation, successfully briefing and arguing cases in the Second, Fifth, and Ninth Circuits, and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. He secured a $1.8 million jury verdict against Delta Airlines only three years out of law school.

Carole Moskowitz has over 30 years experience handling appeals in matters of litigation. Her experience in the field also includes complex multi-party litigation in the areas of insurance coverage disputes, labor law actions and products liability. A graduate of Fordham University Law School (J.D. 1961), she also has in depth experience as an Arbitrator in the New York City court system. Carole has successfully appeared multiple times before Appellate Courts throughout New York State, including New York’s highest Court, the Court of Appeals in Albany on behalf of the firm’s client’s.

William Lane

College Station, TX

William Lane is a Senior Litigation Case Manager at Chad Jones Law, with two years of litigation experience. Managing all phases of every type of case, William’s favorite part about his job is being able to help others in a time of need and supporting his coworkers to achieve continued success. Inspired by the way Chad Jones Law prioritizes serving our clients throughout the process, William is dedicated to bringing justice for our clients through outstanding representations for every person. William enjoys trying new restaurants, playing basketball, and going to concerts.

Averey Ruble is an associate attorney with McCormally & Cosgrove, PLLC. Averey was born and raised in Indianola, Iowa. She graduated Simpson College in her hometown and received her Bachelors in Psychology and Spanish in 2020. While at Drake she was a student attorney in the Children’s Rights Clinic, Student Ambassador and Treasurer of the Health Law Club. Averey was a Law Clerk for the Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division and an AmeriCorps Participant for Iowa Legal Aid and Volunteer Lawyers Project. She graduated May 2023 and was admitted to the Bar in September 2023. Averey earned certificates in Business Law, Public Service, Constitutional Law and Civil Rights, and Social Justice and Public Interest. After graduating in 2023 Averey worked as an Associate Attorney at another local firm before joining McCormally and Cosgrove, PLLC in 2024. Averey is dedicated to a general practice that includes family law and real estate.

Travis Jenson

Surprise, AZ

Travis Jenson is a criminal defense attorney with the firm. He is passionate about vigorously defending clients against criminal charges. Over the course of his career, Travis has helped numerous clients protect their rights, freedoms, and futures in a range of cases. In addition to bringing his experience and skill to each case, Travis understands that every case is important to a client and gives his clients and their case the time and individual attention that they deserve.

Fred Donaldson

Marriott-Slaterville, UT

Fred L. Donaldson is a seasoned civil litigator and trusted legal advisor, leading the Civil Litigation Department at FCB with more than a decade of experience. He advises businesses, nonprofits, schools, and individuals on complex legal issues including business law, education law, property disputes, employment matters, family law, and estate planning. Prior to FCB, he served as an Administrative Hearing Officer for the Utah State Board of Education and as General Counsel and Superintendent for DaVinci Academy. He earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law, a Master’s in Education from the University of Houston, and a B.A. in History and Spanish from the University of Utah.

Mia De La Parra

Chicago, IL

Mia De La Parra joined Shifrin Law Group in 2024 while pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies with a minor in Legal Studies at Roosevelt University. She previously earned her Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies with High Honors from Wright College, where she discovered her passion for the legal field. Mia is fluent in Spanish and a certified notary public. She is an active member of the Chicago Paralegal Association, American Association of Notaries, and is dedicated to furthering her legal education with the goal of becoming an attorney.

Isabelle A. Malakpour

Boca Raton, FL

Originally from Connecticut, she relocated to South Florida to pursue her undergraduate studies at Florida Atlantic University, where she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Political Science. During her time at FAU, she held leadership roles as an executive board member of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority and served as a Delegate of the National Model United Nations, competing in Washington, D.C. After graduation, she took a gap year to study for the LSAT and worked as a Law Clerk at the Berman Law Group. She then moved to Boston to attend Suffolk University Law School, where she earned her Juris Doctorate in 2024. At Suffolk, she received the Honorable Mention Brief Award for her work in the Legal Practice Skills class and held leadership positions on the executive board of the Latin American Law Students Association. She also served as the Chief Note Editor on the Suffolk Transnational Law Review executive board, overseeing the publication of scholarly articles and providing guidance to fellow editors. Her Note on Human Rights Law was published in Volume XLVII of the journal. She is fluent in Spanish.

Elianeth Garcia (known as Ely) jointed the DLG family in Sept 2023. She has been serving as a Bankruptcy Legal Assistant for over 10 years. She has a background as teacher in her native country, Cuba, and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Special Education. Ely is a Spanish speaking that would describe her primary responsibility as “Help people get a new financial start and fight for their future”. She is committed to helping DLG make a difference in the lives of its clients and the community. Ely’s favorite part of working at DLG is the strong sense of teamwork, she has joined the goal of bringing positivity to the workplace, creating an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported. In her free time, Ely enjoys spending time with her family, cooking “Cuban food”, watching movies, playing dominos, and volunteer at her Christian church(she is also the leader of her church's women's ministry).

Fiorella A. Gasco is a partner in the Firm’s Property Damage Practice. Fiorella specializes in representing homeowners and business owners in property damage and coverage disputes throughout the state. Before joining Kanner & Pintaluga, Fiorella gained experience serving as an associate attorney at a well-respected South Florida defense firm. She has represented insurance companies in auto-accidents and premise liability cases and has several years of experience representing insurance carriers in first party disputes. Fiorella uses this training and experience to ensure maximum recovery for the policy holders she represents. Fiorella received a B.A. in Political Science and a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Florida International University. She went on to attend Florida International University College of Law where she graduated cum laude. During law school, she served as a Senior Staff Member for the FIU Law Review and was part of the FIU Law Moot Court Team. Fiorella is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, including the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

Cristina Cancio-Garcia

Miami, FL

Cristina Cancio-Garcia is the Firm Controller & Office Manager at Freidin Brown, P.A. She holds a Masters of Accounting Degree from Florida International University and has over 20 years of experience in corporate and public accounting. Cristina has been working in the legal field since 2010 and is known for being methodical, disciplined, and trustworthy. She speaks both English and Spanish.

Giselle Garcia

Bend, OR

Giselle Garcia is the Managing Family Law Attorney at our firm and one of the few Spanish-speaking attorneys serving Central Oregon. With over 10 years of legal experience and a strong background in trial advocacy, Giselle is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate challenging times with clarity and compassion. She holds a B.S. in Political Science from UC Santa Barbara and earned her Juris Doctor from Western State College of Law, graduating in the top 10 of her class. While in law school, she served on Law Review and received multiple Witkin Awards for academic excellence. Outside the courtroom, Giselle enjoys quality time with her daughter, family, and friends, along with reading and staying active through HIIT workouts.

Thomas Hays

Santa Ana, CA

Thomas Hays is a second-generation Worker’s Compensation attorney with a broad range of legal experience. Growing up under the tutelage of his late father William Hays, Thomas was trained by the best. William Hays was a legendary attorney who represented firefighters and other safety members for over fifty years. Thomas Hays also has extensive experience working for one of the state’s largest defense firms, Stockwell Harris, and Shaw Jacobsmeyer representing notable employers such as the San Francisco 49ers and Zurich Insurance Company. Thomas Hays formed Comp Laws PC to honor his father’s legacy and to bring together all of his legal experiences for the benefit of injured workers.

Ana Luisa Mendicuti is a bilingual lawyer graduated from the Autonomous University of Yucatán, Faculty of Law. She has more than four years of experience in notarial law, civil law, real estate, and inheritance law, among other branches of law. In the area of property transactions, she has experience with acquisitions made through trust/Fideicomiso and Infonavit Credit. She was a scholarship recipient of the Mexico and United States Embassy international exchange program “Jovenes en Acción 2010” and received an Honorable Mention for a project in the Premio Nacional Juvenil del Agua/National Youth Water Award 2012, a joint initiative of the Mexican and Swedish embassies. The lawyer is constantly updating her knowledge in all areas of law to provide better service to clients.

Karla Ruiz graduated with honors in Spanish and French from one of the most prestigious private universities in the country, Universidad Iberoamericana. She is certified in three different languages. Her passion for international law led her to study at the renowned university in Lille, France. Afterwards, she completed an internship at the Mexican Consulate in France, further enhancing her knowledge of international law. She has also handled administrative procedures in Chile. With extensive experience in the real estate market, she has over 4 years of experience in corporate matters and trust operations. Currently, she is focused on foreign investment in notarial law for both nationals and foreigners.

Lary Sisson

Nampa, ID

Lary G. Sisson is a criminal defense attorney with 20 years of experience, having served as a prosecutor for nearly 15 years before becoming a defense attorney. His extensive experience as a prosecutor gives him a unique perspective in criminal defense cases.

Brett R. Boulton

Provo, UT

Over the course of his career, Mr. Boulton has obtained millions of dollars on behalf of his clients. He takes the time to analyze each case and gets to know his clients as individuals. Every client has his personal cellphone number and knows that that they can talk to him when needed. Brett is committed to fight for his client’s rights and is not afraid to take cases to trial if the insurance company refuses to be reasonable. While many cases are successfully resolved through negotiation, Brett routinely litigates his cases if that is what is needed to obtain a fair result for his clients. Whether in arbitration, trial or before the Utah Supreme Court, Brett has successfully won cases for clients for over a decade. Many cases require the use of medical and economic experts to prove damages suffered by injured individuals. Brett is not afraid to invest the necessary resources into his clients’ cases to assure that they maximize their recovery. The ability and willingness to effectively used expert testimony is something Mr. Boulton has mastered. The majority of Brett’s new clients are referred to him by prior clients who can attest to his ability to win on their behalf.