Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Douglas J. Phebus

Chicago, IL

Personal injury lawyer

Maria del Carmen Vera-Diaz

Boston, MA

Maria del Carmen Vera-Diaz assists the Massachusetts injury attorneys at the law office. A native of Colombia who has also lived in Brazil, she serves as an interpreter for clients who speak Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese.

Zamir Cruz

Miami, FL

Zamir Cruz is a Miami native and attorney at Corona Law Firm, specializing in Immigration, Debtor Defense, Breach of Contract, Employment Discrimination, and Unpaid Wage disputes. He graduated cum laude from Florida International University College of Law, where he interned at the FIU Children and Family Law Clinic and the Office of Criminal Conflict and Civil Regional Counsel. He also graduated summa cum laude from Florida International University with a B.A. in Political Science and is a member of Phi Beta Kappa.

Richard A. Shank

Panama City, FL

Richard A. Shank II is an associate attorney with the firm’s litigation department. Being a military child, Mr. Shank traveled often, from Spain to Panama City to Guam to California to Panama City Beach. At a young age, he primarily spoke Spanish until moving to the states in Kindergarten picking up the English language and has been bilingual since. He has lived in Bay County since middle school and a graduate of JR Arnold High School. Mr. Shank attended the University of Alabama, majoring in Political Science and Spanish and received his juris doctorate from Florida State University College of Law in Tallahassee, Florida.

Clair Campbell

Murray, KY

Thank you Clair Campbell and staff. You took care of my husband when he fell and injured himself when we were so far from home. I cannot thank you enough for your legal help and kindness in getting us through that frightening and life altering experience.” - Sara

Marlon Orozco joined FBR in 2023, bringing experience in workers’ compensation and immigration law. He is a graduate of Hamline University School of Law. He is fluent in Spanish and conversational in Portuguese.

Irving Flores-Corona

Oakland, CA

Meet Irving Flores Corona, our Director of Operations & HR, dedicated to optimizing our processes and fostering a vibrant work culture. Irving's journey in the company began as a Case Manager and has evolved into operations and HR, guided by a commitment to efficiency and excellence. Inspired by the complex narratives of "Rayuela" by Julio Cortázar and the profound insights of Jorge Luis Borges, he approaches every aspect of his role with creativity and vision. Beyond his professional duties, Irving finds fulfillment in exploring the great outdoors through camping and hiking, cultivating lush houseplants, or enjoying a good cocktail while delving into a captivating book. For Irving, the most fulfilling aspect of his role is the opportunity to meet and connect with a diverse array of people, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

Katherine S.

San Diego, CA

Katherine is a Case Manager and a first-generation college graduate. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Religious Studies and is currently pursuing her masters in Public Administration. Her long-term goal is to become an attorney with a focus on immigration law. She is bilingual in Spanish and helps clients navigate medical care.

Pretty Dimmel

Peachtree Corners, GA

Pretty Dimmel graduated from GA State University and then received her paralegal certificate from UGA. She is fluent in Spanish and Malaysian. She has a medical/insurance background and loves to help our clients resolve their medical billing issues. Pretty loves seeing our clients’ happy expressions when they see how much she was able to reduce their medical bills.

Maria Aimar

Baton Rouge, LA

I am a Client Support Specialist at Big River Trial Attorneys. Building relationships with clients and understanding their needs is my ultimate goal. Thanks to my studies in the field of Business Administration at Universidad Católica de Salta, I have come to know the requirements of successful Customer Care and match them with the perfect solution to clients’ problems. Native to Argentina, I am is fluent in Spanish and always willing to provide a helping hand when needed. I have been a client specialist for over 4 years now.

Cassandra Bautista, named to the Rising Stars list, is a dedicated criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor known for her commitment to protecting her clients’ rights. With experience in both immigration and criminal law, Cassandra offers compassionate and diligent representation. Fluent in Spanish, she provides valuable legal guidance to the Latino community and has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers and as a Top Lawyer in Criminal Defense by Minnesota Monthly. Her dedication and skill mark her as a standout attorney in her field.

Douglas J. Phebus

Flowood, MS

Douglas J. Phebus is a Partner/Shareholder at Arellano & Phebus, S.C. He has been recognized as a lawyer of distinction with the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards.

Victor M. Arellano

Flowood, MS

Victor M. Arellano is a bilingual lawyer and a Partner/Shareholder at Arellano & Phebus, S.C. He has been recognized as a lawyer of distinction with the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards.

Ashley Schmitz

Minneapolis, MN

Ashley Schmitz is a Paralegal at Hall Law, P.A. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Sociology of Law, Criminology, and Justice. She was awarded the Minnesota Gold Bilingual Seal in Spanish in 2018.

Sonita Espinoza joined KLS Law in February 2022. She serves as the KLS Law Bus/Mobile Office Coordinator and Legal Assistant, assisting the legal support team across multiple offices and participating in community outreach with the KLS Law Bus. Sonita earned a legal degree from her home country, Guatemala. Her motto emphasizes genuine interest and kindness towards clients.

Athena Rodriguez

Austin, TX

Athena is a dedicated third-year law student at St. Mary’s School of Law in San Antonio, Texas, where she is set to graduate in May 2025. Her academic journey began at the University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Athena’s dual background in psychology and marketing provides her with a unique perspective on legal issues, blending insights into human behavior with strategic thinking.

Christine Vazquez

Orlando, FL

Christine Vazquez is an Associate Attorney at Katz & Phillips, P.A. Prior to becoming an attorney, she worked as a paralegal at the firm, involved in criminal and self-defense cases. She has advanced training in human performance, use of force, crime scene evidence, and DNA identification. A graduate of Barry University School of Law, she is a bilingual attorney and an advocate for immigrant rights, also assisting U.S. LawShield members with firearm and self-defense issues.

Maria Miranda

Sanford, NC

Maria Miranda is an attorney in the Personal Injury Division at Wilson, Reives & Doran, responsible for interpreting and other duties.

Gabriela Montesdeoca

Albany, CA

Gabriela Montesdeoca is a law clerk Speak both English and Spanish, with advanced academic training that includes three Master’s degrees in International and Transnational Criminal Law, Public Law and Public Security, and Cybersecurity and Cybercrime, along with specialized studies in Mediation and Arbitration. At the firm, Gabriela plays a key role in litigation support, with a strong focus on Discovery. She drafts and analyzes discovery requests and responses, prepares mediation and MSC summaries, and handles objections related to peritos, citaciones judiciales and IMEs. Known for her professionalism, precision, and attention to detail, Gabriela delivers high-quality legal support that strengthens the firm’s litigation efforts and helps secure positive results for clients.