Spanish-Speaking Attorneys

Thomas L. Bell, Jr.

Passaic, NJ

Thomas L. Bell, Jr. is a Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. His practice primarily focuses on automobile negligence, premises liability, work place injuries, products liability, wrongful death claims, and Social Security disability claims. He has tried numerous cases and argued matters in the New Jersey Appellate Division and United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, recovering millions for injured persons.

Eric I. Gutierrez

Sacramento, CA

Eric I. Gutierrez has been a personal injury attorney with Curtis Legal Group for over 10 years, since 2010. He is a bilingual attorney, fluent in both English and Spanish, who focuses his practice on helping injury victims involved in personal injury litigation. Eric is an experienced and skilled personal injury lawyer that handles cases involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, dog bites, medical malpractice, and product liability. Eric has been practicing law since 2005, and he effectively uses his knowledge and negotiating skills to fight for the rights of his clients who were harmed at the negligence of others. He understands the complexities of personal injury matters and diligently builds strong cases for his clients, listening to their needs, and ensuring they receive the maximum compensation for their injuries.

Peter Bergé

West Orange, NJ

Peter Bergé rejoined Bendit Weinstock in 2024 as Of Counsel, having previously been a partner since 2014. With over 40 years of experience as a licensed physician associate, he specializes in medical negligence claims, workers' compensation, and personal injury matters. He has published articles in medical and medicolegal journals and volunteers for medical missions.

Bill Weinacht

Pecos, TX

Bill Weinacht, born John William Hammond, Jr., is a seasoned attorney based in Pecos, Texas. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Texas in 1986 and his law degree from Baylor Law School in 1989. After starting his own firm, he gained extensive trial experience in both criminal defense and plaintiff-side personal injury cases. Notably, he served as Reeves County Attorney at the age of 28. His significant achievements include securing a $1.9 million settlement against the U.S. federal government for wrongful death, a $19 million wrongful death settlement (Texas's largest in 2016), and a $146 million jury verdict for Mesa Petroleum. He was inducted into the Texas Verdicts Hall of Fame in 2019. Weinacht is licensed in Texas and New Mexico, and has been admitted to practice in numerous federal courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

J. Dhu Thompson is a criminal defense, family law, and catastrophic injury lawyer in Louisiana. He graduated from Southern University Law School in 2000. He previously worked for the Louisiana Department of Insurance and served as an Assistant District Attorney in Orleans Parish and Caddo Parish, where he prosecuted numerous high-profile cases including homicides. Since 2006, he has been in civil practice, opening his own civil litigation practice in Shreveport in 2012. He has litigated over 100 jury trials, including civil, criminal, and death penalty prosecutions. In 2014, he was the only attorney in Louisiana to secure both a death penalty conviction and a six-figure civil verdict. Mr. Thompson is a frequent lecturer and is active in the Shreveport/Bossier community, providing one-on-one attention to his clients as a solo practitioner.

Jacob D. Cukjati

San Antonio, TX

Jacob primarily focuses on serious personal injury claims. Before joining Martin, Cukjati & Tom, Jacob worked for a distinguished plaintiff’s products liability law firm in Houston, focusing on tire and automobile defect cases around the nation. He honed his skills in briefing and research on a large docket of complex product defect cases. Thereafter, he joined another reputable personal injury law firm in Houston, where he worked on several large product liability cases and oilfield injury cases.

For almost 40 years, Tom has dedicated his practice to championing the rights of the injured. He is both an accomplished trial lawyer and skilled negotiator. His broad range of personal injury law experience is a major benefit to clients. Your case will be overseen by a partner, either Tom Libbos or Katherine Lamondia-Wrinkle, and their talented attorneys. Tom is an avid outdoorsman: he spends his time outside the office cycling or hiking.

Jeremy Gordon Winter

Sacramento, CA

Jeremy Gordon Winter is a personal injury attorney in California. Having lost his mother in an accident at 18, he understands the pain of severe loss firsthand, which drives his tireless fight for his clients. He emphasizes quality over quantity, building strong personal connections and meticulously investigating every case to ensure maximum justice.

Adam B. Reed

Dallas, TX

Adam has focused his entire career on litigation and has represented his clients in courts throughout the country. Adam’s goal is to build a relationship with clients for a deeper understanding of each unique situation. He is a sounding board for his clients. Adam's guidance helps them to make informed decisions so they can get back to life and business. Adam is a native of Mesquite, Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude and with Honors, from Austin College in Sherman, Texas. In 1997, he earned his Juris Doctor degree, cum laude, from Texas Tech Law School. He is licensed to practice law in state and Federal Courts in Texas and Oklahoma, as well as, the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. He began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney and later joined a large defense firm, becoming a partner. In 2014, he dedicated his practice to helping individuals and companies who have been damaged.

Brian C. Hercule

Chicago, IL

Brian C. Hercule is an experienced worker’s compensation and personal injury attorney with THE LAW OFFICES OF JOHN S. ELIASIK in Chicago, Illinois. Since 2009, he’s worked on behalf of clients throughout the Chicagoland area to litigate cases and negotiate settlements involving permanent illness or injury. As a bilingual lawyer, Mr. Hercule largely works with the firm’s Spanish-speaking clientele.

Doug Kaplan

New York, NY

Mr. Kaplan is an experienced litigator with over 39 years of experience handling injury cases. Mr. Kaplan has recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients in a wide range of cases, including car accidents, slip and falls, workplace accidents, birth trauma, cancer misdiagnosis and surgical errors. He has won numerous trial verdicts and argued successful appeals in the First and Second Departments.

Michael A. Greene

Beverly Hills, CA

Michael Aaron Greene is a partner at the Law Offices of Kaiman, Greene & Associates, practicing exclusively in the field of plaintiff’s personal injury law. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and earned his juris doctor law degree from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles. He was admitted to legal practice in the state of California in 2008.

Breanne Galvan

Sugar Land, TX

From an early age, Breanne Galvan felt a deep calling to stand up for those who couldn’t stand up for themselves. That sense of justice-rooted in empathy and a refusal to accept unfairness-has guided every step of her journey. Today, as a founding attorney of The Galvan Law Firm, she channels that passion into fighting for individuals facing some of life’s most devastating moments: catastrophic injuries, wrongful deaths, and the overwhelming aftermath of crashes caused by negligence. Breanne’s path to the law wasn’t a straight line-it was shaped by real-world experiences that taught her the power of advocacy. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego in 2009, she didn’t head straight to law school. Instead, she joined Teach For America, where she spent three formative years as a special education teacher in Houston’s most underserved communities. Those years in the classroom were more than a job-they were a lesson in resilience, patience, and the profound impact of fighting for those often overlooked. “Teaching taught me how to listen-not just to words, but to the struggles behind them,” Breanne reflects. “My students and their families faced systemic barriers every day, and I saw how easily the system could fail people who didn’t have someone in their corner.” That realization stayed with her, fueling her decision to pursue law to create change on a larger scale. Breanne’s time as an educator only sharpened her determination. She enrolled at Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where she quickly distinguished herself as a leader. Graduating at the top of her class in 2015, she wasn’t just a standout student-she was a fierce advocate in training. As a Law Review Editor and a Mock Trial competitor at the state and national levels, she honed the skills that would later define her practice: meticulous preparation, persuasive storytelling, and an unwavering commitment to her clients’ rights. After law school, Breanne returned to her roots in California, where she joined a well-respected Riverside law firm. There, she dove headfirst into high-stakes personal injury cases, representing families devastated by wrongful deaths, traumatic brain injuries, and life-altering crashes. Each case reinforced her belief that the legal system should work for people, not against them-but she also saw how often insurance companies and corporations prioritized profits over people. In 2018, alongside her husband and law partner, Aaron Galvan, Breanne founded The Galvan Law Firm in Houston, Texas. Their vision was simple but powerful: a practice where clients weren’t just cases-they were people deserving of respect, fierce advocacy, and a voice. Since then, Breanne has stood toe-to-toe with billion-dollar insurance companies, multinational corporations, and teams of high-powered defense attorneys, refusing to back down no matter how daunting the fight. What sets Breanne apart isn’t just her track record of success-it’s how she fights. She knows that behind every lawsuit is a person who has lost a loved one, endured unimaginable pain, or faced financial ruin because of someone else’s negligence. “This isn’t just about winning,” she says. “It’s about making sure my clients feel seen, heard, and supported through one of the hardest chapters of their lives.” Whether she’s negotiating with insurance adjusters, presenting a case to a jury, or comforting a grieving family, Breanne brings the same dedication she once brought to her classroom: a refusal to give up on people when they need someone most. For Breanne Galvan, justice isn’t just a career-it’s a calling. And for her clients, that makes all the difference.

Attorney Kelly Clements practicing in personal injury. Areas of Practice: Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Highway Construction Accidents, Construction Law, Product Liability, Nursing Home Law, Premises Liability, Medical Negligence, Automobile Accidents and Injuries.

J. Miguel Flores

South Pasadena, CA

J. Miguel Flores practices in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, civil rights, oil-field injuries, semi-truck collisions, and industrial equipment failures. Over the course of his career he has helped obtain over $40 million for his clients in settlements. Prior to the Carrillo Law Firm, Miguel worked for a plaintiffs’ personal injury firm in the Central Valley. Miguel has also practiced in the areas of Land Use, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), California Public Records Act, and Eminent Domain. In 2012, Miguel attended the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer’s College in Wyoming, a three-week trial advocacy program.

Julie Valdez

Dania Beach, FL

As an associate attorney at Florida Advocates, Julie is responsible for overseeing and handling discovery for the firm’s insurance cases. Prior to joining Florida Advocates, she worked at a small Plaintiff’s personal injury law firm where she worked on bodily injury cases. She is also admitted to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida and is fluent in Spanish. Julie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice (with Honors) from Florida International University. At FIU, she was a member of several Honors Societies, as well as a sorority sister of Phi Mu. She is also a Florida Bright Futures Scholar. Additionally, during her time at FIU, Julie helped raise money for several organizations, including the Children’s Hospital and the Make a Wish Foundation. After her time at FIU, Julie attended St. Thomas University School of Law where she received her Juris Doctorate degree. While attending Law School, Julie was on the Dean’s List and served as a member of International Moot Court, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, Florida Association of Women Lawyers, Cuban American Student Bar Association, and the Public Interest Law Students Association. In addition, Julie served as a Judicial Intern to Judge Abby Cynamon, and as an Immigration Clinic Intern in her third year of Law School. She also participated as a Law Clerk for the “Put Something Back” Pro Bono Project of the Dade County Bar Association.

Amy Molina Conway

Las Vegas, NV

Amy Molina Conway is a Litigation Attorney at Lloyd Baker Injury Attorneys. She holds both her undergraduate and law degrees from Washburn University. She has extensive experience managing hundreds of personal injury cases through arbitration, mediation, and trial, covering car wrecks, trucking accidents, motorcycle wrecks, premise liability, dog bites, and wrongful death. Amy is fluent in Spanish and is a member of the Arizona Association of Justice.

Attorney Chasen Cohan lives this mission every day: To give you a voice. To fight for you. To figure it out. To be on your side. To hold them accountable. A Las Vegas native with over a decade of experience in complex litigation, Chasen has built his career on standing up to powerful corporations and protecting individuals when everything is on the line. Known for preparing every case as if it will go to trial, he embodies the firm’s belief that real results only come from relentless preparation and fearless advocacy. Chasen is an aggressive advocate who never settles for less than his clients deserve. He strives to recover the maximum possible compensation in every case, and because of his track record of success, much of his work comes through client referrals. His combination of local roots, courtroom tenacity, and high-level litigation experience sets him apart as a true trial lawyer who fights for people when they need it most.

Pavel Sterin

Canoga Park, CA

Pavel Sterin, founder of Sterin Law, was inspired to pursue law by his family's personal experiences with legal injustice, including a car accident and his father's wrongful conviction. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized representation, ensuring clients understand the legal process and receive the compensation they deserve. A graduate of UC San Diego (B.A., Cum Laude, 2011) and the University of West Los Angeles School of Law (J.D.), he earned three Witkin's Awards for academic excellence. Admitted to the State Bar of California in December 2017, he also practices in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and the Ninth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals. Pavel is fluent in English, Spanish, and Russian, and operates on a 'no pay unless you win' guarantee, prioritizing clear communication and transparency with his clients.

Ashley Justice Tucker

Charleston, WV

Attorney Ashley Justice Tucker grew up in Beckley, West Virginia. She graduated summa cum laude from Marshall University, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs and minors in Spanish and Political Science. While attending Marshall University, she earned the Highest Honors in International Affairs award, became certified to teach English as a foreign language, and studied abroad in Madrid, Spain. She graduated from the West Virginia University College of Law in May 2006, and received the Order of the Barristers award for excellency in trial advocacy, oral advocacy, and brief writing. As an Attorney, Ms. Tucker has obtained the Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent rating for the highest level of professional excellence. She spent the first 14 years of her legal career working as a defense attorney in civil litigation before joining Farmer, Cline & Campbell Personal Injury Lawyers in April 2021. Ms. Tucker is admitted to practice law before the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, the U.S. District Court of the Northern Division of West Virginia, and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Founder and President of Ellis Law, P.C., Dennis Gerard Ellis was motivated to pursue law after being seriously injured in a car accident. He has over three decades of experience in personal injury law, protecting victims' rights in cases ranging from motor vehicle accidents to complex product liability claims. His firm has achieved over $150,000,000.00 in settlements and awards for clients. He is known for his aggressive approach against insurance companies and compassionate client-centered representation.

Marko Crespo

Tampa, FL

Marko Crespo is a Tampa Bay native who has lived in the area for 30 years. Marko is a proud graduate of Tampa Jesuit High School, Florida State University, and he received his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law. Marko currently lives in Land O’ Lakes with his wife Brittney and their two children. Marko began his legal career in 2016, working for a statewide workers’ compensation defense firm in Sarasota. He then returned to Tampa where he continued to defend employers and insurance companies for the next five years. Marko’s years of experience as a defense attorney has afforded him the opportunity to see how insurance companies evaluate and handle claims. Marko has seen injured workers denied workers’ compensation in an unjust manner and is dedicated to helping those involved in workplace accidents receive the benefits to which they are entitled. Marko has now dedicated his practice to the representation of injured workers’ and has successfully attended trials in pursuit of benefits for his clients. Marko is a member of Florida Workers Advocates, Hillsborough County Bar Association, Clearwater Bar Association, Tampa Hispanic Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, and the Workers' Compensation Section of the Florida Bar. Marko is also fluent in Spanish.

Rhiannon Kelso

Dallas, TX

Rhiannon Kelso is a Texas attorney and the founder of Kelso Law, PLLC, established in 2017. She has practiced law since 2012, bringing over a decade of experience to personal injury and immigration cases. A litigator, she has tried over 25 cases before Texas juries and recovered millions for her injured clients, also assisting hundreds with legal status in the United States. She holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science and Near Eastern Studies from the University of Arizona.

Peter Baez

Danbury, CT

Attorney Peter Baez dedicates his legal career to representing victims injured by negligence. Fluent in Spanish, he is known for his compassion and dedication to clients in cases involving automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, work-related accidents, slip and fall accidents, and animal attacks.