Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Marcus Fernandez is a dedicated Tampa trial lawyer with extensive experience in personal injury, product liability, and wrongful death cases. He joined Kinney, Fernandez & Boire, P.A. in 2008 after earning his Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida in 2004 and his J.D. from South Texas College of Law in 2008. He is deeply involved in the Tampa Bay community, serving on the Board of Directors for Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida and was honored as a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero in 2019.

Sandra D. Laurel

San Antonio, TX

Sandra D. Laurel is a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law attorney by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. With over three decades of legal experience, she is a partner at Ford & Laurel Law Firm, handling a wide range of personal injury and wrongful death cases, including car accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, medical malpractice, and defective products. She is known for her aggressive advocacy against insurance companies and her commitment to securing fair compensation for her clients.

Jeremy Dover

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mr. Dover has an intense drive that has allowed him to hone and refine his broad litigation skill set. His general area of practice is Civil Litigation, with a focus on both Personal Injury Protection and Personal Injury Lawsuits. Jeremy is an ethical scholar that focuses on finding new, ingenious arguments and strategies to help in his zealous advocacy for all his clients, and he will never settle for less than any of his clients justly deserve. Jeremy was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, and remains a loyal Chicago Bears, Chicago Bulls, and Chicago Blackhawks fan to this day; however, he has grown to appreciate and support his local teams in South Florida as well. Jeremy left Chicago to attend Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, where he obtained his Bachelor’s in Sociology with Minors in Spanish, Pre-Law, and Forensic Science. Mr. Dover is a proud member of Phi Kappa Sigma International Fraternity ever since he pledged the organization in Fall 2007 while at Purdue. Additionally, Jeremy, during his time at Purdue, was also involved in the Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity, the Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity, and the Purdue Pre-Law Society. Jeremy graduated from Purdue University in 2011 and was recognized and awarded as the number one Senior in the Sociology Department. Following his time at Purdue University, Jeremy took his talents to South Beach, or rather Coral Gables for that matter, where he attended the University of Miami School of Law. Jeremy worked throughout his time at UM, including holding positions at multiple law offices, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, Lawyers to the Rescue Non-Profit Organization; additionally, Jeremy participated in the University of Miami Children and Youth Law Clinic during his second year advocating for those in need. Jeremy graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in December 2013 and was sworn into the Florida Bar in July of 2014 when he began his legal career by working for the Statewide Guardian Ad Litem Program being a voice for the voiceless. After two years at the GAL Program, Jeremy ventured into the private law firm life, where he worked for two of the most prominent Personal Injury and Personal Injury Protection Litigation firms in South Florida from 2016 up until late 2019 when he opened the Demesmin and Dover Law Firm with his partner, Victor Demesmin, Jr., Esquire. Jeremy is a current member of the Florida Bar, Illinois Bar, and Broward County Bar Association.

Klodiana Hysenlika

Tampa, FL

Klodiana Hysenlika is a founding partner at Hysenlika Law Firm. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in political science and earned her Juris Doctorate from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2013. She has represented hundreds of injured clients in personal injury, auto accidents, slip-and-falls, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death, flood claims, and property insurance claims. Klodiana is fluent in Albanian, Spanish, and Italian.

Michael Padilla

Encinitas, CA

Michael Padilla is a highly recognized civil trial attorney and the founder of Padilla Law Group, LLP. A graduate of the University of San Diego School of Law (1975), he specialized in civil litigation before transitioning to plaintiff’s personal injury law. He has served as a board member and advisor to numerous professional, civic, and charitable organizations. Michael has a proven track record of winning high-stakes cases, including automobile accidents, construction site injuries, and product liability, and has received the Outstanding Trial Lawyer Award multiple times.

James J. Orland

El Segundo, CA

James J. Orland is a founding partner at Orland Law Group APC, concentrating his practice on construction law, general liability, business disputes, personal injury, products liability, insurance defense, wrongful death, and inverse condemnation. He has over two decades of experience, successfully handling complex claims for contractors, engineers, and subcontractors. He is admitted to practice in California and Utah and is a member of several professional associations.

Reza Mirroknian

Encino, CA

With a refreshing approach to litigation, Reza Mirroknian is a consummate professional, gentleman, and tireless advocate for his clients. In September 2004 and again in September 2008, Mr. Mirroknian was instrumental in obtaining $37,500,000 and $15,000,000 verdicts against the City of Fontana and a teenage driver for the wrongful death of Karen Medina. In 2004, Mr. Mirroknian was nominated for Trial Attorney of the Year by the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), a state wide organization of attorneys representing individuals and consumers. In 2009, when representing a young worker who had suffered blindness and brain injury, Mr. Mirroknian obtained a $33,288,678.10 judgment against a wheel manufacturing company. The case presented difficult legal obstacles which involved the interplay between workers’ compensation and civil laws. In 2010, Mr. Mirroknian secured a $7,500,000.00 settlement in an insurance bad faith action when the carrier refused to accept a $1,000,000.00 policy limit demand in the underlying case. Mr. Mirroknian places his primary emphasis in representing clients in matters ranging from catastrophic injury and wrongful death to harassment/discrimination/retaliation and wrongful termination. Mr. Mirroknian attended Southwestern University, School of Law. There, he served on the Southwestern University Law Review between 1995 and 1997, first as a staff member and then as an associate editor. Mr. Mirroknian participated in the school’s Interscholastic Trial Advocacy Program which involved mock trial competitions against other law schools from across the country. Serving on the Board of Governors of the Interscholastic Trial Advocacy Program, Mr. Mirroknian and his colleagues hosted the National Trial Competition during the 1996/1997 academic year. Among his recognitions, Mr. Mirroknian achieved Dean’s List status and graduated among the top 20% of his class.

Dan T. Matrafajlo, Esq. is the Managing Member and Lead Partner at Beninato & Matrafajlo, Attorneys at Law, LLC. With a career defined by precedent-setting victories, Mr. Matrafajlo has helped shape New Jersey personal injury law through notable Appellate Division decisions, including Hardison v. King, 381 N.J. Super. 129, and Frenklakh v. Lojek (2007 WL 470640). His litigation successes have been featured in the New Jersey Law Journal, and his reputation for delivering results has earned him consistent recognition. For five consecutive years, Super Lawyers has named Mr. Matrafajlo to its prestigious Rising Stars list-an honor reserved for only a small percentage of attorneys who demonstrate excellence in practice. At Beninato & Matrafajlo, clients know they are represented by an attorney whose track record reflects not only legal skill, but also dedication to achieving justice.

Lance J. Robinson

Metairie, LA

Lance J. Robinson is a New Orleans Criminal Defense Attorney with over 27 years of experience, having successfully defended more than 2,400 clients in criminal and civil matters since 1997. He is a graduate of Tulane University School of Law and is recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers organization. He is also NHTSA certified and a trained practitioner in field sobriety testing.

Stephen M. Gensemer

Washington, DC

Stephen Gensemer is a skilled and highly respected litigator with extensive experience in workers' compensation, personal injury, and criminal defense cases, having secured significant jury verdicts and settlements.

Alex Aguirre

San Antonio, TX

Alex Aguirre is a personal injury attorney in San Antonio, Texas, with over two decades of experience. He began his career defending insurance companies, gaining insight into their strategies, and now represents personal injury victims, achieving numerous seven and six-figure settlements. He has been recognized as a 'Super Lawyer' since 2020 and holds a 10.0 'Top Attorney' rating on Avvo. Mr. Aguirre is active in the legal community, holding memberships and leadership roles in various associations, and is licensed to practice in federal courts throughout Texas. He is also bilingual.

Tigran Martinian

Los Angeles, CA

Tigran Martinian is the Founder of Martinian Lawyers, one of the Los Angeles-area’s most highly-regarded firms specializing personal injury, wrongful death, and criminal defense law. As a mindfully aggressive trial attorney who has consistently achieved excellent results for his clients, Mr. Martinian is recognized as a leading California litigator by the public as well as the legal community. Martinian has successfully obtained settlements and verdicts for clients in both state and federal courts totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. His nearly 20 years of experience includes extensive trial work in both state and federal courts as well as the Court of Appeals.

Justin Sterling, Esq. is the founder and principal attorney of The Sterling Firm. He is licensed by the California State Bar and the United States District Court for the Central and Northern Districts of California. He is a leading personal injury lawyer, civil litigator, and business lawyer, committed to representing clients with professionalism and compassion. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from West Chester University and Suma Cum Laude from the University of West Los Angeles School of Law. He has received numerous awards and recognitions, including Super Lawyers and Avvo 10.0 Rating, and has served on various legal committees and volunteered for legal clinics.

Rod W. Smith

Gainesville, FL

Rod W. Smith joined Avera & Avera as partner in 2000, leading to the firm's renaming as Avera & Smith, LLP. He has been instrumental in the firm's growth and capabilities, bringing extensive trial experience and expertise in labor law, criminal law, and personal injury. A University of Florida College of Law graduate (1975), Rod served as State Attorney of the Eighth Judicial Circuit from 1992-2000, where he was nationally recognized as a preeminent prosecutor by the Association of Capital Litigators. He is known for his community involvement, frequently serving as an auctioneer for Haven Hospice and participating in charity golf tournaments.

Bryce Ashby focuses his practice on employment law and wage and hour issues, also handling consumer law, workers’ compensation, personal injury, and immigration. He is fluent in Spanish and has worked extensively with Latino and immigrant communities. He is licensed in Tennessee, the Tennessee Supreme Court, and several U.S. Circuit and District Courts. He earned his J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in 2007 and a B.S. in Biology from Rhodes College in 2000. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star and a Best Lawyers in America® honoree.

Mario de la Garza

Houston, TX

Mario E. de la Garza is a Houston-based personal injury attorney dedicated to helping injured people get justice. He represents victims of serious and catastrophic personal injuries in various contexts, including commercial truck collisions; burn and electrical incidents; workplace accidents; product liability accidents; and wrongful death. He is fluent in Spanish and has a background in appellate and business law.

Louis A. DeFreitas

Boca Raton, FL

Louis A. DeFreitas is a civil trial lawyer with inside knowledge of the insurance industry. He now practices personal injury law at Osborne & Francis in Florida. Mr. DeFreitas hails from Washington D.C. and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of the District of Columbia in 1986 with a B.A. in Urban Studies. He then attended the Tulane University School of Law in New Orleans, LA graduating in 1989. He is a member of the Florida Bar, Georgia Bar, Maryland Bar, and the D.C. Bar. After graduating from Law School Mr. DeFreitas worked for several large insurance companies both in their claims departments and as in-house counsel. For the last 28 years, he has concentrated his practice in Plaintiff’s personal injury and was a Partner at the former Best and Anderson Law Firm working there from 1997-2006. DeFreitas then Joined the Morgan and Morgan firm working there from 2006-2023 where he was a Partner/Shareholder. Mr. DeFreitas is a seasoned trial lawyer with over 34 years of experience and joined the Firm in May of 2023 and is of counsel. Mr. DeFreitas is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law and has tried well over 100 civil cases to verdict and has obtained multiple million-dollar verdicts over the course of his 34-year career. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and is also certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit Mediator.

Amy Ruiz

Tampa, FL

Amy Ruiz is a seasoned attorney and the founder of Amy Ruiz Law, PL, specializing in criminal defense, traffic law, and personal injury cases. She holds a Juris Doctorate from Florida State University College of Law (2004) and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Florida (2000). With 20 years of legal experience, she has served as both an Assistant Public Defender and an Assistant State Attorney for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit. Amy is a native Spanish speaker and is actively involved in the Tampa Bay legal community, including the Tampa Hispanic Bar Association and the Tampa Bay Inn of Court. She was awarded the 2024 Sheriff’s Hispanic Advisory Council’s Raymond E. Fernandez Award and is licensed to practice in Florida state and federal courts.

W. Perry Zivley Jr.

San Antonio, TX

Perry Zivley was born and raised in Houston, Texas. After completing his undergraduate degree at Southwestern University, he came back to Houston to get his law degree and start his practice. Mr. Zivley’s legal practice has always focused on litigation and trying cases. He is very comfortable in the courtroom having won many major victories against large corporations, including multi-national entities. Representing plaintiffs against corporate giants is his passion. Perry works on a contingent fee basis because he knows his clients, more often than not, would not get their day in court otherwise. His talent for finding the needle in the haystack of evidence serves his clients well. Tenacity, a strong work ethic, and his compassion for victims of personal injury, negligence, or business fraud are what Mr. Zivley is known for, along with his remarkable gift for strategic moves during the prosecution of cases.

Troy Brookover

San Antonio, TX

Troy Brookover was born and raised in San Antonio. He established the Law Offices of Troy A. Brookover to help accident victims recover compensation after being injured by someone else’s negligence. He brings more than 30 years of legal experience to the table, which he leverages in every case. As a solo practitioner, Troy provides his clients with one-on-one attention and has created a family atmosphere within his firm. He exclusively handles personal injury cases, giving him an unparalleled focus in this area of law. He is Board-Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law and handles cases involving auto accidents, trucking accidents, and wrongful death. While Troy fights for a resolution through insurance settlements, he is not afraid to go to court, leveraging his extensive litigation background.

Nathaniel B. Preston

Scottsdale, AZ

Married into a family with a proud legacy in law, politics, and real estate, Nate is an integral part of Arizona’s legal fabric. He is a powerful and compassionate advocate for his clients. As a founder and the managing partner of YourAccidentLawyer.com, Nate’s unwavering dedication to his clients has garnered him a sterling reputation. His relentless perseverance, underpinned by a tireless work ethic and strategic ingenuity, has paved the way for a significant number of case resolutions with figures ranging from $1,000,000 to over $9,000,000. Nate’s fearless tenacity enables him to wrestle with the most challenging cases, always striving for outcomes that most favor his clients. Nate boasts an illustrious career spanning over a decade, distinguished by an expansive portfolio of cases that have been tried, arbitrated, or mediated. He stands out in the realm of personal injury law, and his reputation for delivering results is such that over half of his cases are referrals from other law firms across the country. Nate began his journey at Brigham Young University as a varsity football player, where he also obtained his Bachelor’s Degree. He later secured a Master’s of Real Estate Development from Arizona State University and pursued law at ASU’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. Here, he achieved the Pedrick Scholar distinction and the Cali Excellence for Top Student Award. Nate then spent some time working in the corporate law realm. First in commercial real estate for the Trump Organization and Dezer Development, and then at Baker and MacKenzie, one of the world’s largest, most prestigious international law firms. These experiences were invaluable to him, as he was able to hone his legal acumen and further sharpen his competitive edge and negotiation prowess - which his clients benefit from daily. By his mid-30s, Nate had become the managing partner at Warnock MacKinlay Law, a firm that, under his leadership, became one of the most successful entities in personal injury law. His ability to turn even the most daunting cases into winning strategies has become renowned. The firm has also been honored with the $500 Million Dollar Club award from the American Academy of Attorneys. Central to Nate’s practice is his profound commitment to his clients. He values personal interactions, ensuring he addresses concerns and questions. Nate is the epitome of confidence, charisma, and deep compassion for his clients. People are often surprised by his friendliness. The way he runs his firm reflects his sharp mind and meticulous nature. He is a man who thrives on pressure, and will get the deal done - whether in the courtroom or at the negotiating table. This ensures his clients come out on top. Licensed in Arizona and the District of Columbia, and affiliated with various professional organizations, Nate’s leadership has significantly influenced his firm’s growth over the years. With him, clients are ensured stellar legal advice and a fierce advocate. Beyond the courtroom, Nate relishes global adventures with his beautiful wife, Brittany. Nate credits Brittany for convincing him to go to law school (and helping him make it through), and for her insights, direction, and intellect in paving his career path. They have built several successful businesses together and are partners in all they do. Nate says Brittany is the smartest person he knows and is certain she would have made the best attorney in her family. He describes Brittany as dynamic, walking sunshine, and the happiest, wittiest, most loving person you will ever meet. Married for 15 years, they have explored all Seven Continents. Together they have adventured trekking wild mountain gorillas in Africa, diving with Tiger Sharks in Fuvahmulah, exploring remote parts of Antarctica, and everything in-between. As one of the most sought-after personal injury attorneys in Arizona, Nate’s ability to blend charisma, legal prowess, and true compassion for his clients, has made him not just a great lawyer, but a true titan in the legal world.

Chris Hoffman

Amarillo, TX

Chris Hoffman, the son and partner of HSSH founding attorney, Tim Hoffman grew up working in the firm. Before getting his law degree, Chris worked at HSSH as a runner, receptionist, secretary, paralegal, and IT administrator. In 1994, Chris graduated from the University of Texas with a bachelor’s degree and made the decision to apply to law school. Chris graduated from UT with honors in 1997. Before coming back to practice at HSSH, Chris worked for the Texas Department of Insurance prosecuting insurance companies which violated state insurance laws. In 1999 Chris moved to Amarillo to work as an attorney with HSSH. Within two months of joining the firm, Chris assisted in a medical malpractice trial which resulted in a $5,900,000 verdict for our client. Chris was named as a partner in the firm in 2002. His entire practice is devoted to personal injury and wrongful death cases. Chris is actively involved in several professional associations. He is the former President of the Panhandle Trial Lawyers Association and is a Board Member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association. Chris is also a member of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association and belongs to the Auto/Truck Injury and Medical Malpractice practice groups. Chris is a frequent contributor to four litigation forums where injury attorneys exchange ideas and assist one another. Chris was included in the list of Texas Rising Stars for 2007, 2008, 2010, and 2011 which is published in the July issue of Texas Monthly magazine and Texas Rising Stars magazine. Selection is the result of polling all lawyers selected in the Texas Super Lawyers for 2006 to identify the up-and-coming attorneys in Texas who are 40 years or younger. Only the top 2.5% of Texas lawyers receive this distinction. In 2010, Chris was licensed to practice law by the State of Colorado. Chris expanded our personal injury practice by opening an office in Denver, Colorado where he now lives with his wife and two boys. Chris represents clients in both Texas and Colorado who are injured or killed by the irresponsible conduct of others.

Joe Nazarian

Beverly Hills, CA

Joe Nazarian is the Founder of Pathway Law Firm. Joe’s career was borne from his unrelenting goal of giving a voice to the voiceless. Joe’s personal experiences have provided him with a unique understanding of the situation his clients are in after an accident and the importance and delicacy surrounding the nature of personal injury. Joe provides each client with personal attention. He makes unsolicited phone calls to clients to check on them. He believes that only through personal attention he can build trust with the client, understand the client’s loss, and empathize with the client’s personal story. Joe has used this type of outreach and love to obtain maximum financial compensation for his clients. It is because of his personal connection with his clients that makes Joe a passionate advocate on their behalf. Joe is devoted to each and every case he works on and makes it his mission to obtain justice on behalf of his clients. Our approach is simple - we only take cases that have merit, and we fight hard to win! Part of our success with each case is our incredible preparation and dedication to every detail, from preparing for depositions to appearing in court. We are not like other personal injury law firms because we treat our clients the way that we would want to be treated. We take the time to get to know them and understand what they went through, which is how we create successful legal strategies for their cases. We work hard on our clients’ behalves because we believe in the people in our community. Our injury firm is built on a foundation of core values. We always put our clients’ needs and best interests first; we are honest, respectful, and ethical in all that we do. We have strong moral standards and principles that define us as individuals, which is why it has been so easy for us to work together as a team. We have built our firm on professional relationships that are rooted in mutual respect, teamwork, and trust. We often work with other attorneys and businesses in the local community to help our clients. Many of these professionals know us personally, which is how we built a network of contacts that serve as an extension of our team. A personal injury claim or lawsuit can be an emotionally draining process. It is our job to fight against insurance companies, medical professionals, and other parties that we believe are responsible for the actions they take or inactions they take that result in tragic events. If you have suffered a personal injury, we are here to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. We will never stop fighting for you because that is what we do - it’s our job.

Luis Carrillo

South Pasadena, CA

Luis Carrillo is an experienced and well-known civil rights attorney having practiced law for over 41 years. Mr. Carrillo is a partner of the Carrillo Law Firm, LLP where he practices law alongside his son. Mr. Carrillo has handled countless high-profile cases over the years and is called upon by local and national media outlets to provide legal commentary on a variety of cases. In June 2016, the Daily Journal published a section featuring the top 30 plaintiff’s attorneys and Mr. Carrillo was selected as one of the Top Plaintiff Lawyers in California for 2016. He started with humble beginnings attending East Los Angeles College and then transferring to UCLA to complete his undergraduate studies. His advocacy for the Latino community began in earnest in the 1960’s and 1970’s when he advocated on behalf of the students of East LA high schools during the Walkouts which were protests aimed against the unequal conditions of the Los Angeles Unified School District high schools. After UCLA, he and his wife moved to South America where he taught History and English at Universidad de Los Andes in Bogota, Colombia. It was after some time in South America that he moved to northern California where he attended UC Berkeley Boalt School of Law. After law school, he passed the California State Bar and began his career in law. His advocacy for his clients and relentless pursuit of justice has earned him recognition throughout the country as a champion for justice and tireless advocate for the under-served Latino community. He continues that fight today on behalf of the community.