Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Luis E. Ortiz is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, and family law. He is dedicated to protecting the rights of the injured and accused, offering personalized, caring service. Licensed in both Oklahoma and Texas, he serves a diverse range of clients and communicates effectively in both English and Spanish.

Attorney Pedro “Peter” de la Cerda is a co-founder of DFW Injury Lawyers. He began his career defending physicians, nurses, hospitals, trucking, and manufacturing companies in disputes involving personal injury, medical malpractice, products liability, and toxic tort. He later transitioned to prosecuting cases on behalf of plaintiffs in personal injury cases. He is licensed to practice in Texas and California and has received distinctions such as 'Rising Star' and 'SuperLawyer' from SuperLawyers®, and 'Top 40 Under 40' by the National Trial Lawyers Association. He is fluent in Spanish.

Clifford R. Mermell

Miami, FL

As your Defense Base Act lawyer, my purpose is to fight for your rights and ensure you receive the justice you deserve.

Warren Crowley

Los Angeles, CA

Warren Crowley is an experienced civil litigation attorney with nearly 10 years in personal injury law. As a California-licensed attorney, he has successfully handled numerous jury trials and now uses his background as a former defense attorney to advocate for injured clients and help them secure fair compensation. Until recently, Warren worked as a defense trial attorney completing 7 solo civil jury trials in Southern California Superior Courts, several resulting in defense verdicts. Warren has since returned to the Plaintiff side and is using his defense experience to his advantage against insurance companies and defense law firms to obtain just compensation for his clients. In his free time, Warren and his wife are trying to keep up with their three young children including time at parks, with scooters and at the beach. Warren volunteers his time helping others through his local church community. He is fluent in Spanish and is an Eagle Scout.

Diego Bueno

Tucker, GA

A native of Quito, Ecuador, Diego joined Poole Huffman as a business litigator upon graduation from Emory University School of Law in May 2024. During law school, Diego worked on several key aspects of business litigation, learning business through Emory Law’s Transactional Law Certificate Program curriculum and litigation though his diverse work at personal injury and business litigation law firms, for the Atlanta Legal Aid Society’s Home Defense Program, and by interning with the Dekalb County court system. At Poole Huffman, Diego’s work focuses on business disputes and commercial debt collection, aiming to advocate for his client’s interests while reaching the best results possible.

Mary Cryar

Lafayette, LA

Mary Cryar spent over 20 years defending against personal injury cases and against policy holder claims against insurers. Now, she’s able to turn that insider knowledge into helping injured people and those facing denials of insurance claims. Helping people, rather than corporations, is what makes the law meaningful to her, and she looks forward to helping you. Outside of work, Mary is an avid scuba diver, loves traveling, and loves animals. She volunteered for nearly a decade at an animal shelter in New Orleans, LA.

Bobby Waltman

Newport Beach, CA

Bobby Waltman is an attorney at The Law Offices of Ted B. Wacker (TBW Law). He has extensive litigation, negotiation, and trial experience, including handling over 28 jury trials to verdict. He is dedicated to helping anyone who has been injured because of someone else’s negligence. Mr. Waltman is committed to obtaining maximum possible compensation through aggressive and compassionate representation for his clients. Mr. Waltman specializes in motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, traumatic brain injuries, and wrongful death cases. He is passionate about fighting for his clients and taking care of all aspects of their legal matters so his clients can focus on their recovery. He previously served as a mediator at the Riverside Courthouse. Now, Mr. Waltman is a powerful negotiator who works with mediators and arbitrators to obtain the recovery his clients deserve. Throughout his career, Mr. Waltman has examined medical experts ranging from scientists to neurologists and orthopedic spine specialists. Mr. Waltman is devoted to studying the science and medicine underlying his clients’ cases to effectively negotiate with insurance companies. His experience with cases that involve complex medical issues helps Mr. Waltman negotiate everything from straightforward claims to the most complicated cases. He understands the importance of preparation to properly execute strategy in litigation as well as trial. Mr. Waltman was born and raised in Southern California. He received his bachelor’s degree at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he was awarded Distinction in the Major. In 2012, he obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Fowler School of Law at Chapman University, where he was awarded a full merit scholarship and served as the Social Justice Chair of the Public Interest Law Foundation. Mr. Waltman occasionally returns to Fowler School of Law as a guest lecturer on topics involving litigation and trial. As a former Deputy Public Defender in Orange County, Mr. Waltman practiced criminal law and dependency law, zealously advocating for his clients when they were charged with a crime or when their parental rights were at issue. He was also a founding Board Member of H.I.R.E., a non-profit organization that serves as a hub for re-integration and employment for the formerly incarcerated. When he’s not fighting for justice for the injured, Mr. Waltman can be found playing guitar, bass, or keyboards. He has performed in musical groups for over 20 years and attends concerts throughout Los Angeles in his free time. He also speaks three languages and enjoys traveling abroad to practice his Spanish and explore the outdoors.

Christian A. Ferrer

Coral Gables, FL

Christian A. Ferrer is a first-generation Cuban-American attorney in Miami, fluent in Spanish. He attended St. Thomas University School of Law on a Dean’s Merit Scholarship. Specializing in personal injury and maritime law, he focuses on helping clients wronged by negligent parties, with experience in slip and fall incidents, automobile accidents, and ship-related injuries. He is dedicated to thoroughly investigating claims and fiercely advocating for clients to achieve maximum settlements.

Brendan Campbell

Norristown, PA

Brendan Campbell graduated from the Villanova University School of Law in 2004 in the top third of his class. He began his career with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office as an intern in 2003 and quickly rose to the position of Senior Narcotics Prosecutor. While he was at the DA’s office, Mr. Campbell prosecuted more than 1,000 cases in just four years, and obtained convictions in many high profile cases. Since joining Solomon, Berschler, Fabick, Campbell & Thomas, P.C., Mr. Campbell has specialized in criminal defense and has gotten NOT GUILTY verdicts in a variety of different cases. He has now expanded his practice to include family law, immigration, and personal injury.

Jaren C. Sandberg

St. George, UT

When your world flips upside down after an accident, Jaren C. Sandberg is the attorney who steps in with clarity, urgency, and the kind of leadership that gets results. As an original partner of We Win Injury Law and a seasoned Utah litigator, Jaren brings a unique mix of strategy, pressure, and personal accountability to every case. He’s not just interested in filing claims, he’s focused on forcing outcomes. The kind that change lives. Raised in Southern Utah and a proud graduate of Snow Canyon High School, Jaren never forgot where he came from, or who he fights for. After earning his degree from Utah State University and graduating from Gonzaga University School of Law, Jaren returned to his roots to build a law firm with his mentor Tyler T. Todd, focused solely on personal injury and serious civil litigation. Since then, he’s earned a reputation for being one of the most assertive voices in the courtroom, and one of the most responsive advocates outside it. Jaren handles a wide range of serious injury cases, including auto, motorcycle, and trucking collisions. He prepares every case as if it’s heading for trial, which is exactly why so many of them settle at or near policy limits. He’s known by insurers as someone who doesn’t bluff, and that’s why they pay attention when his name is on the file. Clients consistently describe Jaren as aggressive, knowledgeable, and unusually accessible. In reviews, people say he explains the law in plain English, keeps them in the loop, and “treats your case like it matters, because to him, it does.” He’s also praised for his ability to outwork the other side, hold negligent parties accountable, and navigate the process with both intensity and compassion. In short: Jaren shows up, follows through, and delivers. Outside the courtroom, Jaren plays a key role in mentoring the next generation of legal professionals within the firm. He also co-hosts the We Win Injury Law podcast and is known for his unapologetically direct approach to legal education, humor, and client empowerment. Whether he’s arguing liability or lighting up the firm’s group chat with a brisket photo, he leads from the front, with precision, purpose, and pride. If you want a lawyer who takes your case personally, prepares it relentlessly, and doesn’t stop until the job is done, Jaren Sandberg is the advocate who will go to war for you, and win.

Riley Busby

Boise, ID

Associate Attorney focusing on personal injury litigation, complex commercial litigation, product liability, medical malpractice, construction defect law, insurance defense law, trucking litigation, automobile liability, and slip and fall cases. Previously worked at a Phoenix firm specializing in trucking and transportation, products liability, and personal injury defense. Member of a Transportation & Trucking Rapid Response Team. Intermediate in written and spoken Spanish.

Kristian A. Bie

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Kristian A. Bie is a third-generation Palm Beach County native and Director of Personal Injury at LaBovick Law Group. He focuses on personal injury and wrongful death cases, including auto and truck accidents, boat crashes, slip and falls, cruise ship injuries, and negligent security. His background defending hospitals and insurance companies provides him with unique insight to aggressively advocate for his clients.

Ronald F. Chalker

East Ellijay, GA

Attorney Ronald F. Chalker is a seasoned trial attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, with over 30 years of experience passionately advocating for the best interests of clients in personal injury and premises liability claims. Known for his relentless pursuit of justice and proven courtroom skills, he has built a reputation as one of Georgia’s most respected trial lawyers. Throughout his distinguished career, Ronald F. Chalker has served as lead counsel in more than 100 jury trials across the state of Georgia. His extensive trial experience and deep understanding of Georgia injury law allow him to handle even the most complex personal injury cases with precision, strategy, and compassion.

Allan S. Night

Montebello, CA

Allan S. Night is a partner and founding member of LEYVA & NIGHT, APC, with law offices in Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside Counties. Allan manages the day to day practices of LEYVA & NIGHT, APC in the areas of Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury law representing seriously injured persons throughout the State of California.

Michael C. Doyen

Elgin, IL

Michael C. Doyen is a skilled litigator with over twenty-nine (29) years of experience trying civil and criminal cases. He has tried over forty (40) jury trials to verdict and has tried hundreds of non-jury cases. Mr. Doyen has concentrated his practice in the area of family law for over twenty-five (25) years. Mr. Doyen was born in Springfield, Missouri and was raised in the St. Louis area. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame in 1983, where he also received a Regular Army Commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, he sought a deferral of active duty military service to attend law school at St. Louis University School of Law. Mr. Doyen graduated from law school cum laude in 1986 and entered into active military duty in the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps stationed at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia. Mr. Doyen attained the rank of Captain and served as Chief of Military Justice. In addition to his duties prosecuting military personnel by Courts-Martial, he also served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Northern Division, prosecuting cases in the United States District Court. In 1990 Mr. Doyen returned to his wife’s hometown of Elgin, Illinois and entered into private practice with his Father-in-Law, Robert A. Chapski where he practiced from 1990 until 2015. In 2016, as his daughter Kathleen and son Christopher reached the age at which time Mr. Doyen returned to Illinois, the family founded The Doyen Law Group, LLC. Mr. Doyen has established himself as one of the top family law attorneys in Kane County, Illinois. From 1995 through 2001 Mr. Doyen was responsible for planning all Family Law Continuing Legal Education Seminars for the Kane County Bar Association. He was Chair of the Kane County Bar Association Family Law Committee form 1999 through 2001. In 2001 he joined the Board of the Kane County Bar Association as a Director, served as Secretary/Treasurer in 2001-2003, Vice-President from 2003 through 2005, and as President from 2005 to 2006. Mr. Doyen became President of the Kane County Bar Foundation on July 1, 2007 and served until June 30, 2014. He was the recipient of the Kane County Bar Foundation Pro Bono Award for 2002 and has provided a minimum of fifty (50) hours of pro bono service per year for the past twenty (20) years. Mr. Doyen was recognized as an “Illinois Super Lawyer” in 2006, 2007, and 2008. While Mr. Doyen has extensive trial experience, the majority of the cases he handles are resolved by settlement. He appreciates that most clients want their cases resolved amicably and efficiently. His experience with the full range of family law issues enables him to navigate complex cases towards the resolution most favorable to his clients. These results are usually achieved by settlement, but when necessary he is prepared to zealously present his clients’ cases at trial. Mr. Doyen is available for consultation during regular business hours, but will also schedule appointments for evenings and Saturdays to accommodate his clients.

Michael Leyva

Montebello, CA

Michael L. Leyva is a partner and founding member of LEYVA & NIGHT, APC, with law offices in Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside Counties. He practices in the area of Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury law representing seriously injured persons throughout the state of California.

George P. Escobedo

San Antonio, TX

George P. Escobedo is the founding attorney at The Law Offices of George Escobedo. He holds a J.D. from St. Mary’s University School of Law, an M.S. in Economics from the University of Texas at El Paso, and a B.B.A. from Angelo State University. He is dedicated to representing injured workers and has over 15 years of experience. He has been recognized multiple times as a 'Best S.A. Lawyer' by Scene in S.A. Magazine (2010, 2011, 2020, 2021) and as a 'Top Attorney' by San Antonio Magazine (2019). He is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the San Antonio Bar Association.

Tania Clark

Lakeland, FL

A car accident is a traumatic event that is life altering. In an instant, everything changes. Victims and their families suddenly have to figure out how to piece their lives back together, knowing it will never be the same. I come from a family who understands what this feels like.

Yelina Angulo

Coral Gables, FL

Attorney Yelina Angulo was born and raised in Cuba. She moved to the United States with her family at the age of 13, and since that age was very passionate about speaking out for those in need. Ms. Angulo graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and two minors in Psychology and Criminal Justice. Ms. Angulo then followed to graduate from Nova Southeastern University School of Law with her Juris Doctor Degree. While in law school, Ms. Angulo was the founding President of the Cuban American Bar Association Student Chapter where she organized several events to raise awareness in the community of minorities within the legal field. Ms. Angulo also received various awards during her tenure at Nova including making Dean’s List and was recognized with the Honorable Margarita Esquiroz Scholarship. Ms. Angulo also interned for the Honorable John J. Murphy in the 17th Judicial Circuit in Broward County. Following her graduation, Ms. Angulo became an Associate Attorney at a prominent South Florida Law Firm. Ms. Angulo was later the Founder and Managing Partner of Angulo Diaz Law Group, P.A., where she advocated for small business owners and handled Civil and Business Litigation, Contract Drafting and Disputes, Foreclosure Defense, Bankruptcy, Residential and Commercial Landlord-Tenant matters as well as Personal Injury. At Dream Team Law, she focuses primarily on Personal Injury and leads our team of legal professionals in Florida. Ms. Angulo is a member in good standing of the Florida Bar and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida and is fully bilingual in both English and Spanish.

James R. Tedford II

Pasadena, CA

James R. Tedford II, also known as 'Ted,' is the lead trial attorney at Tedford & Associates. A fourth-generation Californian, he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Social Science from the University of California at Irvine and his Juris Doctor Degree from Whittier Law School. He passed the California Bar Exam and began practicing law in 1994, accumulating over 30 years of professional experience. Mr. Tedford has extensive trial experience in personal injury litigation and has handled numerous Excessive Force cases. He is a highly skilled attorney, recognized with the Pasadena Magazine Top Attorneys Award and repeatedly as a Southern California Super Lawyer®. He holds an Avvo Rating of 10.0 Superb. Dedicated to helping clients navigate the legal system, he ensures they receive the best medical treatment and fair compensation. He is a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and the Pasadena Bar Association. He also provides legal services in Spanish.

Ruben R. Espinoza’s practice is focused on workers’ compensation, immigration, employment and auto accident litigation. Prior to founding Espinoza Law Group, he worked at the law firms of Best, Best & Krieger, LLP, Carlos Cruz & Associates, APLC as well as The Dominguez Firm, one of the most recognizable injury law firms in Los Angeles. A Los Angeles work comp attorney with years of experience before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, Mr. Espinoza has recovered millions of dollars in benefits for injured workers. He aggressively pursues claims involving serious injuries caused willfully as well as cases involving discrimination or retaliation against workers. In addition to his experience with work injury cases, Mr. Espinoza has represented immigrants from all over the world, at nearly all levels of immigration litigation, including the Board of Immigration Appeals, U.S. District and Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal. Lauded as an “expert, forceful” advocate, Mr. Espinoza strives to ensure that every client exhausts all remedies available to the fullest extent of the law. Mr. Espinoza’s experience also includes handling employment law and Public Records Act litigation before California courts as well as providing advice and counsel to various public entities and businesses throughout Southern California. Mr. Espinoza is a former Deputy City Attorney for the cities of Corona and Fontana, California. He draws on his depth of experience to his clients’ advantage.

Ashley Pi

Tampa, FL

Ashley Pi combines her experience as a former prosecutor with her passion for justice to provide exceptional representation in criminal defense and personal injury cases. Her firsthand knowledge of how cases are handled from inception within the justice system allows her to craft strong, strategic defenses for her clients. As a dedicated member of The Matassini Law Firm, Ashley ensures clients receive the personalized attention and legal expertise they deserve.

Athena Boyer is an attorney in Bellevue Washington. She graduated from the University of Idaho with an undergraduate degree in English, Political Science and Spanish. She graduated Law School from Seattle University School of Law. She practices primarily helping victims of personal injury throughout Washington navigate the insurance world and fighting for justice to obtain fair settlements on behalf of her clients. Athena, having suffered a serious personal injury herself, can empathize with her clients and understands that having an attorney that you can trust is important. She is dedicated to her practice but in her free time she enjoys spending time with her partner, two kids, and four dogs.

Christopher Rivera

Fort Lee, NJ

Christopher Rivera was born and raised in New York City. He graduated from Marist College in 2010 with a B.A. in Business Administration and a minor in psychology. In 2015, he earned a J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law. After graduating, Mr. Rivera served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable James P. Wilson, J.S.C. and Honorable Candido Rodriguez, J.S.C. in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Union County Vicinage. He began his legal career at a boutique plaintiff's firm in Passaic County, representing clients in personal injury and other civil litigation matters. Since joining Law Offices Rosemarie Arnold, Mr. Rivera continues to be an aggressive and zealous advocate for his clients in a wide range of matters, including New Jersey motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, and other personal injury matters. He is a member of the New Jersey Association for Justice and Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey. Mr. Rivera is fluent in Spanish.