Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Nicolas A. Treptow, Esq.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Nicolas "Nick" Treptow is a Miami native and Christopher Columbus High School alumnus. He earned a B.S. in Sport Management from Florida State University in 2019 and a J.D. from Florida International University College of Law in 2024. He has experience with personal injury law firms and served as President of the Cuban American Bar Association (CABA) chapter at FIU Law. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish.

Joshua R. Dunyon

Salt Lake City, UT

As an attorney, Josh Dunyon is a member of the Utah, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Idaho State Bars and has extensive experience representing injured clients. Josh takes pride in representing the one-the one who has suffered life altering injuries and the one who is now disadvantaged in a system built around big insurance. In his legal career, Josh has successfully tried numerous cases and has effectively briefed and argued multiple cases at the appellate court level. Throughout his career, Josh has compensated his clients millions of dollars in damages. Josh is a family man. He and his wife have four children. Some of Josh’s favorite pastimes include exercising, snowmobiling, golfing, and serving in his church. Josh is passionate about education and currently serves as a Member of the Board on the Davis County Education Foundation. Josh is fluent in Spanish and takes pride in providing legal services to the Hispanic community.

Sam A. Maida, Jr.

Houston, TX

Sam A. Maida, Jr. is the owner and the managing attorney of the Maida Law Firm and has been practicing law since 1993. He has been successfully representing victims of personal injury matters, such as 18 wheeler and auto accidents, and has obtained numerous multi-million dollar recoveries for his clients throughout Texas and other states. He has been recognized as “A Top Texas Attorney” with an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

Stephanie Martinez Simm

Miami, FL

Stephanie Martinez Simm is a Partner at Clarke Silverglate, focusing on appellate and litigation support. She has extensive experience defending clients in products liability, premises liability, constitutional and civil rights, commercial and business litigation, and other complex litigation matters. She is AV-Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell and is fluent in Spanish.

Emily Vechan

Houston, TX

Emily Vechan is a Lead Trial Attorney at Sneed & Mitchell LLP. She has been committed to helping people obtain justice since 2005. Emily is recognized for obtaining one of the 'Top 10 Personal Injury Verdicts in Texas in 2021' and successfully pioneered a novel theory of liability against Amazon.com in federal court in 2022. In April 2024, she recovered over a million dollars for a nurse in a bench trial. Her cases have resulted in over one hundred million dollars in gross recovery. She handles cases involving 18-wheelers, workplace injuries, defective products, car collisions, wrongful death, maritime incidents, and premises liability. Emily is also a linguaphile, having studied French, Latin, Arabic, Greek, and Spanish.

Marc D. Pacin

Doral, FL

Marc D. Pacin is one of the Founding Partners of Pacin Levine, P.A. As a highly experienced attorney providing aggressive representation to individual clients against insurance companies, he skillfully navigates the landscape of personal injury to seek the fairest compensation possible in each case. His success in the courtroom provides significant leverage at the negotiating table. Having intentionally started his career learning the legal tactics of insurance companies from the inside, Marc became dedicated to quick, efficient outcomes that maximize recovery for the victim. He ensures that each case receives a proper, careful analysis to get his clients results in the least amount of time without sacrificing compensation. Marc earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida and his Juris Doctorate from St. Thomas University School of Law. After law school, he immediately gained invaluable courtroom experience working at Wadsworth Huott, LLP, an insurance defense firm. Utilizing this insider knowledge, Marc has become a successful civil litigation attorney who represents individuals against these large insurance companies to ensure his clients receive the compensation they are entitled to. As a dedicated member of his local community, he serves as a “Young President” of Mount Sinai Hospital and has made significant personal contributions to the hospital.

Armando J. Berriz

Agoura Hills, CA

Armando J. Berriz graduated from UCLA in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and obtained his Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine Law School in 1994. He was immediately admitted to practice law throughout California and Federal Court in the United States District Court, Central District of California. He has focused his practice on representing the injured, recovering tens of millions of dollars for clients in a wide variety of personal injury and fatality cases. He is a seasoned trial attorney and a member of The American Board of Trial Advocates, California Coast Chapter, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, and Consumer Attorneys of California. He is bilingual in Spanish.

Robert Smoler

Chicago, IL

Robert Smoler founded Smoler Law Office in 1983, focusing on personal injury, wrongful death, workers' compensation, and civil litigation. He has appeared before the Illinois Appellate Court and the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission, and serves as an Arbitrator for the Circuit Court of Cook County. Mr. Smoler is conversational in Spanish and is known for his personalized client attention.

Andrew J. Thomas

Las Vegas, NV

Andrew J. Thomas is an attorney admitted to practice in Nevada since 1989. He holds degrees from Pomona College and the University of Southern California Law School. He is a past president of the Nevada Trial Lawyers Association and is A-rated in Martindale-Hubbell. He is fluent in Spanish and focuses on Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice.

Marco F. Sylvania

Greensburg, PA

Marco F. Sylvania joined Bononi & Company in 2015. His practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Property law matters. He has been recognized as a 'Top 40 Under 40' by the National Trial Lawyers Association and a 'Rising Star' by Superlawyers. He is also a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and an Associate Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America.

Christopher W. Bennett

Waco, TX

Christopher W. Bennett joined the firm in 2010 and manages the firm’s Austin office. He is a graduate of the University of Missouri and South Texas College of Law. He has broad experience representing individuals in state and federal courts in cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, and civil rights. Mr. Bennett is a member of the Austin Bar Association, Austin Young Lawyer’s Association, and the Capital Area Trial Lawyer’s Association. In his spare time, Mr. Bennett enjoys rooting on the Missouri Tigers and traveling.

Joseph Suarez, Esq.

Miami Lakes, FL

As the Managing Partner of Founders Law in Georgia, I bring over five years of dedicated legal practice to our firm. My journey at Founders Law began at the age of 18 as a legal assistant, where I developed a deep understanding of personal injury law. Over the years, I've grown into a leadership role, overseeing operations and ensuring exceptional client service. I graduated from Monsignor Edward Pace High School in Opa Locka, Florida, before earning a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Inspired by a desire to deepen my impact in solving legal challenges, I pursued my Juris Doctor at St. Thomas University, graduating in 2023. I am licensed to practice law in both Georgia and Florida, having successfully passed two bar exams within one year. I am also scheduled to take the California Bar in July 2024. In addition to personal injury law, I am a licensed real estate broker and mortgage loan originator in Florida. My expertise extends to real estate law, where I have contributed to significant transactions and legal resolutions. Driven by the belief that attorneys play a crucial role in shaping our society, I entered the legal profession to solve complex issues and advocate for justice. I prioritize putting clients first, upholding principles of respect, honesty, integrity, and confidentiality in every case. Outside of my legal career, I find solace in outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting. These hobbies not only provide relaxation but also instill a sense of discipline and patience, qualities that resonate in my approach to legal practice. I am actively involved in community initiatives aimed at promoting legal education and access to justice. Through pro bono work and volunteer efforts, I contribute to making legal resources more accessible to underserved communities. Looking ahead, I am committed to expanding Founders Law's impact across Georgia and Florida, continuing to deliver exceptional legal services, and staying at the forefront of legal advancements in personal injury and real estate law.

Linda Le Jones

Lufkin, TX

Linda Le Jones first became interested in law school during her time as a CASA volunteer in East Texas. She has clerked for CvPA since her 1L year as well as at the Smith County D.A.’s office in the CPS division on her path of trial attorney. Jones graduated from University of Texas at Tyler with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She then graduated from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 2021 with her Doctor of Jurisprudence. Born and raised in Longview, Jones is married and has two kids. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends, going to the gym-boxing, and outdoor mountain bike riding. She is fluent in Vietnamese and is currently taking Spanish classes. Le is a member of the Smith County Bar Association, Dallas Bar Association, Angelina Bar Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, and AIEG.

Roberto Vazquez

Orlando, FL

Attorney Roberto Vazquez is a civil litigation attorney practicing out of Orlando, Florida. As a member of both the Orange County Bar Association and the Florida Bar Association, he is able to not only assist clients in central Florida, but also throughout the state. While his well-rounded experience allows him to represent clients in most general, real estate, and civil litigation matters, his passion lies representing clients involved in personal injury, personal injury defense, and related matters. Over the past 10+ years, Roberto has successfully represented thousands of individuals and families in central Florida and throughout the state.

Antonio “Tony” González

Corpus Christi, TX

Antonio “Tony” González is an attorney at A. González Law Firm, P.L.L.C., specializing in family law, criminal law, and personal injury. He was admitted to the Texas bar in 1996.

Jeff Kreutz

Yakima, WA

Jeff Kreutz grew up in Richland, Washington and has been a trial lawyer for more than twenty years. He obtained an English degree from Brigham Young University and a law degree from Seattle University. He practiced as an insurance defense attorney for 11 years in Yakima and 4 years in Richland before switching to representing plaintiffs in 2013. He has a unique perspective on litigation strategy and a passion for assisting those in need. Jeff is fluent in written and spoken Spanish.

Stephen D. Brown

West Orange, NJ

Stephen D. Brown, Esq. is the principal attorney at Brown Law, LLC, which he established in 1987. He has three decades of experience in personal injury and negligence claims, representing clients across New Jersey. Mr. Brown is well-versed in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Criminal Defense/Municipal Court, Consumer Fraud, and Family Law. He is dedicated to providing vigorous advocacy and open communication with clients, ensuring clients are informed and supported throughout their cases. His passion for fighting for clients' rights stems from a personal experience with discrimination.

Tod A. McKeone

Lexington, NE

Tod A. McKeone is an attorney admitted to practice in Nebraska and U.S. District Court since 1989. His practice areas include personal injury, workers' compensation, estate planning & probate, real estate, and business law. He is involved with the American Bar Association, Nebraska State Bar Association, and Dawson County Bar Association.

Charles L. Cannon

Wheaton, IL

Charles “Chuck” Cannon has worked for over 20 years as a litigation attorney and has many hundreds of satisfied clients. He practices in state and federal courts in numerous counties across the State of Illinois. Chuck handles all kinds of personal injury cases. He has handled cases involving automobile accidents, commercial truck accidents, construction accidents, work injuries, in utero toxic exposure that caused severe birth defects, medical device cases, and products liability cases involving several types of industrial machinery and consumer products. Chuck has also handled many complex medical malpractice matters, including cases involving surgical malpractice, failure to properly diagnose cancer, infections and other illnesses, failure of emergency room personnel to recognize and treat heart attacks in a timely manner, obstetrical malpractice during pre-natal care, labor and delivery, and many other types of medical negligence. Chuck is also fluent in Spanish and has helped win compensation for many of our Spanish-speaking neighbors in Illinois.

Jose Ceja

Houston, TX

Jose Ceja is the managing attorney of Ceja Law Firm. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has practiced law since 2007, starting as a felony drug prosecutor and later joining a top criminal defense firm before founding Ceja Law Firm in 2019. He has tried almost 100 trials and regularly obtains dismissals, not-guilty verdicts, and grand jury 'no bills'. He is licensed in Texas and Arizona.

Ron Torem

Los Angeles, CA

Ron Torem is a Personal Injury Attorney at Torem & Associates, joining in 1988 and becoming a partner in 1995. With over 30 years of experience, he handles personal injury and wrongful death claims, including car wrecks, truck accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, catastrophic injuries, and pedestrian accidents. He has successfully managed numerous jury trials, arbitrations, mediations, and over 1,000 depositions. From 1997 to 2000, he served as a neutral court-appointed mediator for the Los Angeles Superior Court.

Mark J. Jaffe focuses his practice on Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Rutgers University School of Law - Newark in 2008 and is admitted to practice in New Jersey, New York, and the United States District Court, District of New Jersey. He is a member of the Justice H. Coleman, Jr., American Inn of Court and is fluent in English and Spanish.

Shannon Inkelaar Acton

Tampa, FL

Attorney Shannon Inkelaar Acton is bilingual in English and Spanish, dedicated to advocating for her clients without language barriers. She is passionate about law and problem-solving, providing personalized representation to help clients receive fair compensation, primarily in Personal Injury cases. She has experience strategizing against large insurance companies. Shannon earned two degrees from Union College in 2014 (Spanish and Business Administration, Marketing) and her Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law in 2018. She is licensed in Nebraska and Florida. Outside of work, she enjoys bike riding, traveling, coffee, and farmers markets with her family.

Michael Aquino

Paterson, NJ

Michael Aquino is an attorney at Salomon & Aquino, LLC. He graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 1986 and passed the New Jersey and New York Bar examinations. He has 30 years of experience in transactional, litigation, and trial law. He is a member of the Passaic County Bar Association, New Jersey Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, and American Bar Association.