Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Born and raised in The Bronx, Kevin Jay Kohn opened his firm in 1991. His practice primarily focuses on Plaintiff’s personal injury cases, construction cases, and slip and fall cases. He has been providing legal services to residents of the Bronx for over 30 years.

Munther Tabel

Atlanta, GA

Munther Tabel is a Palestinian American attorney based in California. He began his career as an insurance defense attorney at a national defense firm, where he represented trucking companies, ride-share companies, landlords, property management firms, and other clients covered by insurance policies. During his tenure as a defense attorney, Munther handled a wide range of cases, including slip and fall incidents, vehicle accidents, landlord-tenant disputes, habitability issues, contract disputes, product liability cases, and other complex civil litigation matters. His experience working closely with insurance companies equips him with the necessary skills to take on these entities effectively. Munther was born in California but spent four years living in Ramun, Palestine, where he witnessed the impact of occupation firsthand. This experience inspired him to become an attorney and advocate for those whose voices often go unheard. He attended the University of California, Riverside, where he graduated with a double major in Political Science and Philosophy. Later, he attended Western State College of Law, graduating Cum Laude and receiving CALI Awards in Criminal Procedure and Civil Pretrial Litigation. Fluent in Arabic and conversational in Spanish, Munther enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and basketball, and traveling during his free time.

Erik Arriete

Miami, FL

Erik Arriete was born and raised in Miami, Florida, and has been practicing law since 2009. He primarily focuses on divorce and family law, with diverse experience in criminal law, immigration, personal injury, real estate, and commercial litigation. He was selected for inclusion in Florida Rising Stars from 2017 to 2021.

Claribel Padilla

Orlando, FL

Claribel Padilla has been licensed attorney for over 25 years. She is admitted in both Florida and New York states having received her B.A. with honors from New York University and her J.D. from Benjamin N. Cardozo, School of Law. Ms. Padilla spent the first half of her career working for judges in New York City’s Civil Court’s system and Florida’s judiciary. She has drafted thousands of decisions and assisted judges settling hundreds of cases. Ms. Padilla has spent the second half of her career in private practice litigating cases involving personal injury. Claribel is fluent in both English and Spanish and is the proud product of Puerto Rican parents. Claribel is passionate about assisting Floridians with their personal injury claims having fallen victim herself to two accidents.

Jason Nichols

Shreveport, LA

Combining federal court experience with a deep commitment to community, Jason Nichols provides compassionate and knowledgeable representation in personal injury cases. His background as a federal law clerk and service on multiple community boards means you get an attorney who understands both the legal system and the human impact of injuries.

Joshua D. Kelner

New York, NY

Joshua Kelner is a third-generation trial attorney at Kelner & Kelner, specializing in complex Personal Injury and Civil Rights cases. He graduated cum laude from Williams College in 2001 and cum laude from Harvard Law School in 2004. He has achieved significant successes, including a $19.1 million verdict for a man dragged by a New York City subway and victories in the New York State Court of Appeals. He has been consistently selected to the NY Metro Super Lawyers list since 2012.

Sergio D. Vichera, Esq.

West Palm Beach, FL

Attorney Sergio D. Vichera is a premier personal injury attorney in South Florida with over 17 years of experience. He has recovered millions of dollars for clients injured in car accidents and other incidents caused by negligence. Passionate about helping those in need, he is committed to securing the best possible compensation through his extensive knowledge and negotiation skills. His specialty is Personal Injury Law, serving clients in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. He gained extensive knowledge in automotive cases, stemming from his college days working in automotive shops.

Eran Lagstein

Los Angeles, CA

Eran Lagstein is an award-winning attorney, a graduate of UCLA and UCLA School of Law, licensed in California and Nevada. He is recognized for his dedication to fighting for the injured and his tenacious litigation skills, with consistent selections to Super Lawyers and other prestigious organizations.

Pilar Mendoza

Tucson, AZ

Pilar Mendoza is a dedicated litigation lawyer committed to providing efficient and effective representation. With a focus on civil litigation, she has handled a broad range of cases including business and contract disputes, declaratory actions, sexual harassment, defamation, road design, quiet title actions, employment disputes, PACA claims, medical malpractice, product liability, personal injury, and wrongful death cases. Fluent in Spanish, Pilar can represent Spanish-speaking clients in Arizona who need support navigating the U.S. legal system. Her clients include individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations, and government entities. Pilar co-founded Goldsmith & Mendoza P.L.L.C. in 2019. Starting in 2025, the firm merged with Bache & Lynch P.L.L.C. to form Bache Lynch Goldsmith & Mendoza. Originally from Medellin, Colombia, Pilar holds two law degrees: one from the University of Arizona (2006) and the other from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Colombia (2000). She also earned a master’s degree in International Relations from the University of Arizona’s Political Science Department (2002). Pilar is admitted to practice in the State of Arizona and before the Arizona U.S. District Court. Pilar is an active member of the Arizona Association for Justice, where she has served as a Board member since 2014. She is also involved in the American Association for Justice and its minority caucus, and is a member of the Arizona Employment Lawyers Association (AZELA).

Bret A. Gardner

Salt Lake City, UT

Bret A. Gardner's primary areas of practice include Workers Compensation, Appellate Practice, and Business Law. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Bret Griffin

Houston, TX

Bret Griffin is a former State District Judge for the 212th District Court and State prosecutor, now focused on plaintiff personal injury litigation. He has practiced law since 1997. He attended the University of St. Thomas and the University of Tulsa School of Law. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Charles Moure

Seattle, WA

Charles Moure is an experienced litigation lawyer specializing in maritime and cruise injury law. He has a proven track record of successfully representing clients in complex domestic and international cases, including seizing vessels, representing international dealerships, and arbitrating multi-million dollar disputes. He has been interviewed by media outlets like Fox News and PBS on topics such as maritime piracy. Charles is known for expanding a cruise line’s duty of care for passengers and has extensive experience in maritime and international litigation and arbitration.

George P. Damon

Nogales, AZ

George Damon is an attorney with over 28 years of experience in the legal system, having served as a lawyer, prosecutor, and judge. He is licensed for the Federal Court District of Arizona and offers personalized legal services in criminal law, DUI, traffic law, and personal injury. He is fluent in Spanish.

Andressa Pearce Figaro

Melville, NY

Andressa Pearce Figaro is an associate attorney at Chaikin Trial Group, licensed to practice law in New York and Brazil. She focuses on personal injury litigation and is known for her aggressive litigation style and dedication to securing maximum compensation. She is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.

James E. Humphreys

Passaic, NJ

James E. Humphreys joined the law firm in 1984 as a law clerk and now serves as the managing attorney. He focuses on personal injury, workers’ compensation, and no-fault arbitration, with a particular concentration in 'Third Party Liability Claims'. He has dedicated his career to representing accident victims, injured workers, and the disabled.

Kris Helmick

Las Vegas, NV

Mr. Kristopher M. Helmick, Esq. has been an outspoken advocate for client’s and victims’ rights since beginning his career in 2014. He had great success over his career, having recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients. Mr. Helmick made the decision to open his own firm so he could take his philosophy one step further. He makes it a top priority at his firm to get to know the individual needs of each of his clients as they are recovering, often making trips to the hospital and opening lines of communication with family members.

Serge Semirog

Matthews, NC

Serge Semirog holds degrees in Finance and Economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, where he graduated cum laude. He earned his law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where he was a member of the Hastings Business Law Journal. His experience includes work at the Hampden County Superior Court in Springfield, Massachusetts, and several firms in California and Massachusetts. He also worked at the Massachusetts Family Institute (MFI), where he drafted legislative proposals for the State Assembly and was awarded the Blackstone Fellowship by the Alliance Defense Fund. After moving to Charlotte in 2006, he started his own practice. He has over 9 years of car and truck accident litigation experience.

Arturo Martinez

Austin, TX

Arturo Martinez has built a record of courtroom success for over 30 years in various fields including car accidents, harm caused by defective products, and workplace injuries. He uses his experience, skills, and dedication to protect his clients’ legal rights and help restore their lives. As a former insurance defense lawyer, he knows how to take on big insurance companies. As a former San Juan, Texas Municipal Judge, he knows how to present the strongest possible case on behalf of his clients to the jury.

Michelle Y. Gurian

Miami, FL

Michelle Y. Gurian is an associate attorney at Brais Law Firm, concentrating in plaintiffs’ civil trial practice. Her experience includes land-based and admiralty/maritime personal injury, wrongful death, and class action litigation. She was co-lead counsel in a jury trial in Broward County resulting in one of the top 100 personal injury verdicts in Florida in 2017. Michelle works closely with clients, providing honest assessments and addressing concerns. She is fluent in Spanish.

Tyler Tylka

League City, TX

Tyler J. Tylka is an associate at the Tylka Law Firm. He vigorously represents clients in a variety of civil litigation matters, including personal injury and insurance related disputes. He is passionate and devoted to helping injured individuals and their families, providing aggressive representation and seeking to protect consumer rights.

Francis H. Padron

Peachtree Corners, GA

Francis H. Padron is the managing partner and founder of Padron Law, a law firm dedicated to helping Georgia residents who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. With over a decade of experience in the legal field, Attorney Padron takes pride in guiding his clients through the complexities of the legal system, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. Licensed to practice in Georgia and Florida, Attorney Padron is a member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, an organization committed to advocating for injury victims. Born in Miami, Florida, and raised in Madrid, Spain, Attorney Padron is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking clients and handle complex legal matters with clarity.

Lyle B. Masnikoff

West Palm Beach, FL

The firm is led by Mr. Lyle B. Masnikoff, who has received an “A.V. Preeminent” Rating, the highest possible rating a lawyer can receive from the Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory. He graduated cum laude from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law School in 1998 and also holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Nova Southeastern University. Mr. Masnikoff has represented thousands of clients throughout Florida, handling Final Hearings, Trials, Mediations, and depositions. He is a member of the Florida Bar and admitted to practice in the Middle and North Districts of the Federal Circuit Courts in Florida.

Justin P. Dixon is an associate attorney at Dixon & Daley, LLP. He graduated from the University of San Diego in 2003 and Trinity School of Law in 2006. Admitted to the California Bar in 2006, he practices personal injury, workers' compensation, bankruptcy, and family law.