Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Ryan Wham

The Woodlands, TX

Ryan Wham’s practice focuses on personal injury claims and business litigation. Before joining Wham & Rogers™, Ryan worked at one of the world’s largest law firms, where he litigated nine- and ten-figure complex commercial disputes in U.S. courts and in international arbitration. His experience includes disputes involving accounting fraud, consumer credit reporting, trade secrets theft, liquidated and delay damages under construction contracts, and oil-and-gas joint operating agreements.

Antonio Linares

Aurora, CO

Antonio Linares is an Attorney dedicated to pursuing justice for those in need, specializing in personal injury and consumer class actions. He graduated from the University of Miami in 2017 and Harvard Law School in 2021. He is admitted to practice law in Colorado (state and federal courts) and handles cases in both English and Spanish. He previously worked as a Guardian ad Litem in Florida and at the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office on the Human Trafficking and Child Protection Unit.

Elliot J. Sokoloff

Royal Palm Beach, FL

Elliot J. Sokoloff, Esq., is Co-Director of Sokoloff & Weinstein, P.A.-Attorneys at Law since 1993. Mr. Sokoloff is originally from New York and has been a Florida resident since 1989. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University with a degree in Applied Economics and Business Management from what is now the Dyson School of Business. He then went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law.

Alek Hernandez

Dallas, TX

Languages: English, Spanish; Areas of Practice: Personal injury, civil litigation; Education: St. Edward's University

Edwin B. Brown

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Mr. Brown has been a litigator for over 37 years. For over 25 years he was a senior partner in a mid-size firm and has handled numerous jury trials, bench trials, arbitrations and mediations. Mr. Brown has handled cases involving personal and work injuries, insurance coverage, breach of contract, premises liability, malpractice, product liability and wrongful death. Mr. Brown has prepared and argued scores of appeals to the California Appellate Courts, California Supreme Court and Ninth District Federal Court of Appeals. One of Mr. Brown’s cases before the California Supreme Court clarified a retail store owner’s duty to patrons when faced with a robbery in progress. (Kentucky Fried Chicken v. Superior Court (1997) 14 Cal.4th 814. In another case Mr. Brown argued to the California Supreme Court, the court determined the protection that should be given to “Good Samaritans” who to try to help at the scene of accidents. (Van Horn v. Watson (2008) 45 Cal.4th 322). Mr. Brown has extended his practice to include helping immigrants seeking work visas or citizenship, federal employees who have employment concerns and defending people charged with crimes.

Miguel A. Ruiz

Chicago, IL

Miguel A. Ruiz is a trial lawyer with a proven track record of obtaining significant recoveries for his injured clients. He primarily practices in medical negligence but also handles cases involving wrongful death, nursing home neglect, motor vehicle accidents, and trucking accidents. His background in medical negligence provides him with a superior understanding of injuries. Miguel is fluent in Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with non-English speaking clients. He is a past President of the Society of Trial Lawyers and has served as an adjunct professor of law and a frequent lecturer on legal topics.

Stephanie A. Carrion

Waldorf, MD

Stephanie A. Carrion is an accomplished Associate Attorney at Farmer & Klopfer, licensed in Maryland and Washington, D.C. She is fluent in Spanish and handles a wide range of criminal defense and personal injury cases. She graduated magna cum laude from Old Dominion University and attended the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law. She is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

Aziza F. Elayan

Coral Gables, FL

Aziza F. Elayan focuses on complex civil litigation, class action, mass tort, products liability, and personal injury. She has represented clients in various issues including consumer protection, breach of non-compete agreements, and defective products. She was an integral member of litigation teams for cases like Havana Docks v. Carnival and 3M Products Liability Multidistrict Litigation. She earned her law degree from FIU College of Law and is recognized by Lawdragon 500 X - The Next Generation.

Javier A. Finlay

Las Vegas, NV

Javier Finlay is a formidable litigator and partner at The Personal Injury Pros, with over 15 years of experience dedicated to personal injury claims. Licensed in Florida and Nevada, he is committed to championing the rights of injured individuals and securing fair compensation for them. He is also admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Mr. Finlay is highly acclaimed, recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star, a Lawyers of Distinction honoree since 2019, and a member of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite. He is actively involved in professional associations including the American Bar Association, Cuban American Bar Association, and Dade County Bar Association.

Michael R. De La Paz

San Antonio, TX

Michael R. De La Paz is a San Antonio personal injury lawyer who has represented accident victims for over twenty years. He started his firm, the Law Office of Michael R. De La Paz, in 1996 and has devoted himself to pursuing justice for thousands of injured clients. He is licensed in all state and federal courts in Texas, and has represented clients throughout the United States and Mexico.

William J. Bribriesco

Bettendorf, IA

William J. Bribriesco is an attorney specializing in Personal Injury, Nursing Home Negligence, and Medical Malpractice. He graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.B.A. in Finance and Financial Economics and a J.D. in 1980. He served as an Assistant County Attorney from 1981-1984 and has dedicated over 35 years to representing victims. He is bilingual and has served on the Board of Governors for the Iowa Association for Justice.

Ava L. Zelenetsky, Esq.

White Plains, NY

Ava L. Zelenetsky, Esq. is the founder of Zelenetsky & Associates, P.C., a personal injury law firm in White Plains, New York. She graduated from Pace University School of Law in 1999 and was admitted to the New York State bar the same year. Ms. Zelenetsky also attended Queens College (C.U.N.Y), graduating magna cum laude with highest honors in English. Her legal career began in insurance defense, which now enables her to successfully negotiate with claim representatives and defense attorneys. She is recognized by Super Lawyers and has received multiple other awards.

Adma Moura

Middletown, CT

Adma Moura is a dedicated personal injury attorney with a passion for advocating on behalf of her clients.

Fred Willumsen

Houston, TX

Fred Willumsen is a Board Certified Texas Personal Injury Trial Lawyer with almost 30 years of experience. He represents victims and their families harmed by reckless and careless individuals and businesses, focusing on wrongful death and serious injury cases caused by 18-Wheelers, commercial trucks, drunk drivers, and child abuse/neglect at Day Care. He is dedicated to ensuring clients are fully and fairly compensated through investigation, evidence collection, and prosecution of civil cases, including jury trials if necessary.

DeVun Stovall

Atlanta, GA

Attorney DeVun Stovall, J.D., joined The Millar Law Firm in August 2024. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Kennesaw State University and his Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center. He has a rich background in law, including internships at Fulton County Superior Court and Knowable, and five years at Bush & Miller, Attorneys At Law, PC, handling personal injury, criminal defense, probate/estate law, and civil litigation.

Gavin P. Kassel

San Bernardino, CA

Gavin P. Kassel, a graduate of University of West Los Angeles School of Law and UC Santa Cruz, joined the firm in November 2012. He serves 'Of Counsel' in association with McCune Law Group. Gavin is the youngest member of the multi-generational Kassel/Katz family of local attorneys, bringing legal talent and compassion to clients. He assists those injured due to another's fault or taken advantage of, particularly in employment discrimination, workplace retaliation, and wrongful termination. He is recognized as a ThreeBest Rated Employment and Medical Malpractice Lawyer in San Bernardino.

Patrick Cadiz

Portland, OR

Patrick Cadiz is an attorney with over 25 years of legal experience, specializing in personal injury and auto accident cases. He earned his JD from Cardozo School of Law in 2000. He has experience as both a plaintiff's trial lawyer and an insurance defense attorney, and served as a law clerk for the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. He is fluent in Spanish and admitted to practice in all Oregon state courts and the U.S. District Court, District of Oregon.

Matthew Andrade

Methuen, MA

Matthew Andrade, Esq. is an attorney at Perrault Blair Law Group specializing in personal injury litigation, including auto and motorcycle crashes, construction site injuries, medical malpractice, and product liability. He has successfully handled numerous cases at trial and appellate levels in Massachusetts, securing substantial settlements and verdicts. He is admitted to the Massachusetts Bar and the U.S. District Court District of Massachusetts. He earned his J.D. from Suffolk University Law School and B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. He has been recognized by his peers as a 'Massachusetts Super Lawyer' (Rising Star and Super Lawyer) and is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys. He provides legal representation in both English and Spanish.

Eric Kirkpatrick

Houston, TX

Eric Kirkpatrick is an attorney licensed in Texas and New York, specializing in litigation. He graduated from South Texas College of Law in 2004. He has extensive experience in diverse areas of law including personal injury, securities litigation, and construction disputes. Since 2014, he has worked with Jim Walker, successfully trying jury and non-jury trials in state and federal courts. He is a member of several legal associations including the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and the Houston Bar Association, and volunteers for legal clinics.

Anthony Atala

Miami, FL

Anthony Atala is a highly skilled attorney with extensive experience handling a broad range of insurance claims. After spending more than a decade defending insurance companies and their policyholders, he joined Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers to represent individuals who have suffered injuries. A Miami native and first-generation Cuban American, Anthony attended the University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. During his time at UF, he was actively involved in Student Government, the Hispanic Student Association, and Hispanic Heritage Month. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Law in Orlando, where he served as a teaching assistant in Contracts and was a member of the Student Bar Association and the Hispanic Law Student Association. During law school, he also worked as a real estate law paralegal, gaining valuable legal experience. Upon graduating, Anthony founded his own law firm in Central Florida, where he specialized in personal injury and family law. In 2011, he returned to South Florida and joined a small law firm, focusing on personal injury cases. The following year, he transitioned to insurance defense, representing insurance companies and their policyholders. He began his career in insurance law at a regional firm before moving on to two of the largest insurance defense firms in the state. Over the next decade, he handled complex personal injury cases and first-party insurance claims, ultimately overseeing numerous high-stakes cases for major insurance providers. In 2024, drawing on his extensive knowledge of insurance law, Anthony shifted his focus to representing individuals injured due to the negligence of others. He now handles cases involving car accidents, premises liability, and slip and fall injuries. His deep understanding of the insurance industry allows him to strategically navigate claims and achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. Beyond his legal practice, Anthony is deeply committed to serving his community. He is a member of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Audit and Budget Committee and previously served on the Miami-Dade County Community Council. Additionally, he is an active member of the Cuban American Bar Association, where he was recognized as a LEADS Class 2 Fellow and named New Member of the Year in 2024. He is also a member of the Miami Lakes Bar Association and the Hispanic American League Against Discrimination (SALAD). Anthony is a licensed real estate broker and has served as a continuing education instructor for insurance adjusters. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Florida and the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida.

David Yadidi

Encino, CA

Mr. Yadidi is an award-winning personal injury lawyer licensed in California, Nevada, and Florida. He won’t stop fighting for you until getting the maximum compensation, there are no fees unless you win! Mr. Yadidi recently succeeded in recovering over $100 MILLION for injury victims including a ($2.1 Million) settlement, ($1 Million) Judgement, and ($16 Million) Motorcycle Fatality Case. Mr. Yadidi is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of California, and American Association for Justice.

Fulvio A. Picerno

Newark, CA

Fulvio A. Picerno has been practicing Personal Injury Law for over 20 years, representing individuals seriously injured due to the fault of others in cases including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, slip/trip and fall accidents, and dog bites. His prior experience as a Defense Attorney for insurance companies provides a unique advantage in analyzing claims and strategizing litigation to maximize client compensation. He has managed and resolved hundreds of personal injury cases, successfully mediating, arbitrating, and trying cases in San Francisco and the East Bay.

Richard S. Aguire

Renton, WA

Richard S. Aguire is an attorney at Pendergast Law, specializing in personal injury, serious automobile and truck accidents, dog bite injuries, product liability, and wrongful deaths. He is fluent in Spanish and was a former sheriff's deputy. He graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 2013 and the University of Wisconsin in 2007. He has been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Lucy Badillo

Atlanta, GA

Lucy Badillo was born and raised in Colquitt County, Georgia. She joined The Brown Firm in the summer of 2024 and is now an associate attorney. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Georgia College & State University in 2021, where she served as Director of Multicultural Affairs for the Student Government Association, President of the Latino Student Association, and a member of the Council of Student Ambassadors. Following graduation, she attended Mercer University School of Law, where she was actively involved in the Association of Women Law Students and the Hispanic Law Student Association. During law school, she gained valuable experience through clerkships at multiple personal injury firms and worked as an advocate in the Mercer Law Domestic Violence Clinic, representing clients in temporary protective order cases. As a fluent Spanish speaker, Lucy is passionate about serving the Hispanic community and ensuring that Spanish speaking clients receive comprehensive and accessible legal representation. When she’s not at work, Lucy enjoys spending time with her family and cat, cooking, and practicing yoga.