Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Celeste S. Del Rio

Los Angeles, CA

Celeste Sofia Del Rio is an experienced litigator whose practice focuses on the defense of general negligence, product liability, and personal injury actions. Ms. Del Rio has defended private and public entities, in state and federal court, and before federal agencies. Ms. Del Rio handles all aspects of litigation, including mediation and settlement, trial preparation and strategy, and representation at trial. Ms. Del Rio earned her J.D. (2010) from Loyola Law School, where she was an Editor of the inaugural issue of the Los Angeles Public Interest Law Journal and served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Victoria S. Kaufman at the United States Bankruptcy Court. She earned her LL.M. in Tax Law from Loyola Law School (2015) and earned her B.A. in English Literature, with a minor in Portuguese, from University of California, Los Angeles. Ms. Del Rio is licensed to practice before all California State Courts and before the United States District Court, Central District of California. Ms. Del Rio is fluent in Spanish and proficient in Portuguese.

Melba C. Rivera Sotomayor, Esq.

Miami, FL

Melba C. Rivera Sotomayor, Esq. is an Associate at Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, P.A., she represents clients in the areas of Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Construction Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Wrongful death, Workers’ Compensation, and Longshore and Harbor Worker’s Compensation. She is fluent in English and Spanish. Ms. Rivera received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Puerto Rico in 2012. She continued her studies at PUCPR Law School in Ponce, Puerto Rico where she graduated Cum Laude in 2015. Ms. Rivera is a member of the American Bar Association and is admitted to the Florida State Bar, the U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida Trial Bar, and is also admitted to practice law in Puerto Rico.

Robert G. Samet

Washington, DC

Robert G. Samet is a managing partner at Ashcraft & Gerel with over 35 years of experience in personal injury, workers' compensation, and medical malpractice cases, known for securing significant verdicts and settlements.

Alejandro Salicrup

Houston, TX

Alejandro Salicrup is a trial attorney with Williams Hart & Boundas, focusing his practice on personal injury litigation and mass torts. Alejandro has worked in the legal industry since 2010, working in one of the top law firms in the country and various prestigious positions within the government and judiciary. In addition to his current work, he has worked extensively to help victims of human trafficking in Mexico, Guatemala, and other countries in Latin America.

David P. Boyce

Austin, TX

David P. Boyce is an attorney at Wright & Greenhill, P.C., specializing in civil and commercial litigation, including personal injury, wrongful death, premises liability, and construction defect litigation. He has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer from 2003-2025 and a Top Lawyer by Austin Monthly Magazine. He is fluent in Spanish.

Mario Williams

Atlanta, GA

Mario Williams is a Partner Emeritus at Williams Oinonen LLC, specializing in commercial litigation, consumer law, personal injury, and political consulting. He is also a former Clarkston City Councilman. He has a strong background in human rights work, including serving in the Peace Corps and advocating for indigenous rights in Latin America. He is recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star.

Keith M. Gould

Corpus Christi, TX

Keith M. Gould is the founder of The Gould Law Firm, established in Corpus Christi, Texas in 2001. He practices in criminal defense, military criminal defense, family law, and personal injury. He is dedicated to providing high-quality legal services with superior communication and compassion, tirelessly working to resolve legal matters effectively and efficiently for his clients.

Zoelee Velez Lopez

Louisville, KY

Zoelee Velez Lopez is an attorney at Isaacs & Isaacs, specializing in personal injury cases. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Universidad Interamericana Law School of Puerto Rico in 2010. Licensed in Kentucky and Puerto Rico, Zoelee initially practiced civil and family law in Puerto Rico. After moving to Kentucky in 2014, she worked with the Louisville Metro Human Relations Commission and as an Immigration Attorney, advocating for the Hispanic community. Fluent in English and Spanish, she now helps personal injury clients during challenging times. She enjoys family, yoga, Peloton, and reading.

Lee Weiss

Irvine, CA

Lee Weiss is an associate attorney at Hodes Milman, where he has worked extensively on many medical negligence, personal injury and products liability matters. While earning his Juris Doctor degree at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, Lee worked as a Staff Editor for the Hastings Women’s Law Journal. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with a minor in Spanish at California State University, Long Beach, where he was on the President’s Honor List as well as the Dean’s Honor List. He is a member of the State Bar of California as well as the Orange County Bar Association.

Catalina Munoz

San Francisco, CA

Catalina Munoz is a Senior Associate Attorney at The Matiasic Firm, focusing on public entity liability, premises liability, sexual assault and abuse liability, and general litigation. She has helped obtain millions of dollars in settlements for clients, including a $3.45 million settlement in a childhood sexual abuse case and $32.7 million in settlements for the In Re Ghost Ship Litigation. Ms. Munoz obtained her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, and her B.A. from the University of California, Davis. She is fluent in Spanish and has been recognized as a 'Rising Star' by Northern California Super Lawyers for six consecutive years and 'Ones to Watch' by Best Lawyers in America.

Clay J. Mitchell

Wauconda, IL

Clay J. Mitchell is a long-standing Wauconda attorney with over 23 years of experience in Illinois and federal courts, focusing on criminal defense and personal injury. He is a former insurance claims manager and speaks conversational Spanish.

Joseph Rodriguez

Bryan, TX

Joseph "Jody" Rodriguez is a Texas A&M graduate who earned his law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in 1999. He co-founded Rodriguez & Gimbert P.L.L.C. in 2001 and is actively involved in the Bryan/College Station community, including LULAC and the Hispanic Forum. He practices Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury Law.

Richard Yeoman

Mooresville, NC

Richard Yeoman is a litigation attorney and Partner at Grimes Yeoman, PLLC. Rick, as he is known locally, works on cases involving personal injury, including serious bodily injuries, wrongful death and traumatic brain injuries, as well as commercial litigation cases involving business disputes, construction disputes, land use, zoning and planning, and eminent domain. He earned his B.A. in 1994 from Brigham Young University in International Relations and his Juris Doctorate with honors from Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Jr. School of Law in 1997. While in law school, he was selected to be a member of BYU’s Law Review. Mr. Yeoman is licensed to practice law in North Carolina having been admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 1997. He is also licensed to practice in all Federal Courts in North Carolina, including the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the U.S. District Courts for the Western, Middle, and Eastern Districts of North Carolina. He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and Iredell County Bar Association. When he isn’t working, Rick enjoys spending time with family, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, and music (he plays drums/percussion in two bands). He is married to Alana Yeoman. They have four children and two grandchildren with a third on the way.

Craig A. Edmonston

Bakersfield, CA

Craig A. Edmonston is a Bakersfield Personal Injury Lawyer who personally handles each case. He is responsive to clients' needs and requests, even making himself available during after hours and for emergencies. With over 30 years of experience in personal injury law, he was admitted to practice in 1987 and has devoted his life to protecting the rights of those injured due to others' negligence. Attorney Edmonston prepares and develops all cases with the requirements of trial in mind.

Robert A. Rodriguez

Houston, TX

Mr. Rodriguez graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1978 and went to work as a prosecutor in the Harris County District Attorney's office. He gained valuable trial experience trying hundreds of cases to juries. He served as chief judge of the municipal court of the City of South Houston from 1989 to 1992. For over thirty years, Mr. Rodriguez has focused his practice in the field of Plaintiff's personal injury. He is fluent in Spanish. He is AV Preeminent* peer-review rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Kimberley M. Spurlock is the Owner/Managing Attorney at Spurlock & Associates, P.C. She graduated Cum Laude from South Texas College of Law in 2001 and became Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 2009, re-certified annually since. With over two decades of experience, she initially handled insurance defense and mass tort litigation before focusing on plaintiff personal injury work, securing large settlements and verdicts for her clients.

Richard J. Spencer

Woodland Hills, CA

Richard J. Spencer is the owner and lead attorney at Spencer & Associates. He has been in practice for over 30 years, handling only personal injury cases. Born in the United Kingdom and raised in Los Angeles, he connects with a diverse client base and is passionate about representing injured people in the justice system.

Catherine Palmore

The Woodlands, TX

Catherine Palmore is an attorney with The Palmore Law Firm, PLLC, assisting clients with family law, estate planning, civil litigation, and personal injury matters in Conroe, The Woodlands, and surrounding Texas areas. A native of The Woodlands, she graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.A. in Psychology and Spanish, and earned her J.D. from Samford University's Cumberland School of Law in 2002. She has been practicing law in Texas since 2002, bringing over two decades of experience. Her career includes extensive civil litigation, representing both plaintiffs and defendants, and serving as a Senior Attorney with the Special Prosecution Unit where she took over 30 cases to trial and argued before the Texas Supreme Court. She is a founding member of The Woodlands Bar Association and The Woodlands Young Lawyers Association.

James D. Garbus

Garden City, NY

James D. Garbus is a Shareholder of Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C., Chair of the Corporate Law Department and Chair of the Corporate Finance Practice. He provides outside general counsel to entrepreneurs and middle-market businesses at all stages, offering day-to-day legal and business advice on operational matters such as employment, executive compensation, term sheet review, IP licenses, compliance, and strategic business decisions. He also manages the use of multiple practice disciplines. His practice focuses on industry agnostic middle-market mergers and acquisitions, representing buyers and sellers in financial and strategic transactions, including distressed transactions and 363 sales. He concentrates on corporate finance transactions, representing issuers and investors in seed, emerging and venture capital transactions, and borrowers and lenders in bank and alternative lending transactions. Mr. Garbus is also the co-founder of a film finance and production company and a producer of independent films. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Garbus was in private practice, a Partner at Parker Chapin LLP, and an Associate at Breed Abbott & Morgan LLP.

Joe Brad Brock

Corpus Christi, TX

Joe Brad Brock is a personal injury and probate lawyer from Vernon, Texas, known for his strong work ethic. He has over 30 years of experience helping Texans with personal injury and probate cases, treating clients with dignity, honesty, and respect. He is an experienced personal injury lawyer serving Corpus Christi, Nueces County, the Coastal Bend, and the State of Texas.

Lee Coleman

Albuquerque, NM

Lee Coleman, a distinguished attorney with over 40 years of experience, earned his law degree in 1981 and has since built a reputable career focusing on personal injury law. For more than 35 years, Lee has championed the rights of the injured, becoming a partner with Ron Bell Injury Lawyers in 2008. Today, as the Managing Partner, Lee is steadfast in his mission to “protect injured people and their families from getting screwed by corporations and big insurance”. During the first two years in his career, Mr. Coleman served as a prosecutor, honing his skills in criminal, traffic, and juvenile cases. With approximately 50 jury trials under his belt, he developed an impressive track record against well-prepared defense attorneys. This invaluable experience paved the way for his transition into private practice. By 1984, Lee had launched his own firm, providing an empathetic approach to clients facing Chapter 7 bankruptcy. His innovative approach extended to personal injury law by the mid-1980s, where his television advertisements helped him connect with victims seeking justice. During this period, Lee led more than 20 jury cases to verdicts, consistently advocating for clients who found themselves in challenging situations - not only financially, but also dealing with injuries and healthcare access. As Managing Partner of Ron Bell Injury Lawyers, Lee’s relentless pursuit of maximum compensation for clients is well-documented. He understands the crucial importance of ensuring clients receive necessary medical care and are protected from unjust insurance settlements. His dedication to excellence has earned him the prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell™, a testament to his competence in the personal injury field. Since 1992, Lee Coleman has led the M&L Legal Marketing and Management seminar, a biannual gathering where personal injury lawyers share insights and strategies for client representation. Interestingly, the partnership with Ron Bell began at an early M&L seminar, where both shared a zeal for client advocacy. Their collaboration continues to thrive, with Ron Bell’s attendance at recent seminars illustrating a mutual commitment to learning and preventing unfair treatment of the injured by large corporations and insurers. In addition to his role at Ron Bell Injury Lawyers, Lee is also a proud co-owner and managing partner of Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers, serving clients across Kentucky and Tennessee. Outside the courtroom, Lee cherishes time with his family - his wife, the Honorable JoAnn Spinks Coleman, a retired judge, and their three sons, each successful in their respective professions, two of whom, Andrew and Ben, are practicing attorneys and practice alongside him. His third son, Johnathan is a physician in Chicago. Whether golfing, biking, or skiing, Lee remains active, and also enjoys spending time with his grandchildren who keep him on his toes.

Beatriz Sosa-Morris

Houston, TX

Attorney Beatriz "Bea" Sosa-Morris was born in McAllen, Texas, and raised in Angleton, Texas. She earned two Bachelor of Business Administration degrees from Sam Houston State University (Magna Cum Laude) and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law (Magna Cum Laude). She has first-hand experience representing those who have been injured and has litigated against numerous employers for violation of overtime and minimum wage laws, successfully arguing a case up to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. She is a native English and Spanish speaker.

DOUG ROHAN

Atlanta, GA

Doug Rohan has been practicing law in Georgia for nearly two decades, graduating from Florida State University's Law School in 2000. He is a fluent Spanish speaker and a respected member of the Latino community in Atlanta, frequently appearing as a legal commentator on local news. He is an active member of several bar associations and legal organizations. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters for four consecutive years (2020-2023).

Ryan D. Malnar

Colorado Springs, CO

Ryan Malnar is a trial attorney who exclusively handles personal injury cases in Colorado Springs, CO. Mr. Malnar has extensive litigation and trial experience and litigates multiple personal injury cases every year in Colorado. Mr. Malnar has recovered millions of dollars for his clients and focuses his practice exclusively on personal injury. This type of practice allows him to be more efficient with cases and keeps him up-to-date on the latest tactics used by insurance companies to deny, delay, or reduce your claim. Mr. Malnar is a first-chair trial attorney with more than a decade of experience trying cases before a jury. He is experienced in complex litigation requiring multiple medical experts, motion hearings, and extended trials. He is a tenacious, competent advocate and negotiator. Mr. Malnar loves competitive sports and the outdoors. He volunteers locally and believes in the importance of giving back to the local community. He also serves in the U.S. Air Force as a reservist.