Ukrainian-Speaking Attorneys

Lily Korpman

San Diego, CA

Lily Korpman is a Senior Paralegal at Hoffman & Forde, with practice areas including general civil litigation, real estate litigation, transactional, and personal injury. She has worked in the legal industry since 2006.

Karina Ferri

Houston, TX

Karina is an associate attorney with the Hudgins Law Firm, P.C. Her practice focuses on construction defects and professional liability disputes. Karina was born and raised in Kiev, Ukraine. She completed her law degree in Ukraine and worked as a lawyer for several years before deciding to move to the United States in 2014. After arriving in the US, she began working as a legal assistant at a personal injury maritime law firm in Houston, Texas. While working full time at the law firm, Karina decided to further her education and enrolled in the University of Houston’s LLM in US law program. She completed the program in 2019 and earned her LLM in US law. Karina’s background and experience in both Ukrainian and US law give her a unique perspective that sets her apart from other attorneys. She is known for her attention to detail, tenacity, and strong advocacy skills, and is committed to providing the highest level of legal representation to her clients. Karina is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian.

Armen Merjanian

Glendale, CA

Armen Merjanian is a seasoned trial attorney defending individuals against state and federal charges across Texas and the United States. He is licensed in California, Florida, New York, and Texas. He earned a BS from the University of Florida in 2004 and a JD from South Texas College of Law in 2012. He has operated his legal practice since 2014.

Oksana Tyskova

Lafayette, CA

Oksana Tsykova is the daughter of two physicians. She focuses her practice on physician license and immigration issues, jury trials and criminal defense. Oksana is the medical group’s immigration expert. She has extensive experience with Physician Visa issues and the Marin County Superior Court defense panel has retained her as the expert consultant on immigration law for their cases. Oksana is completely fluent in Ukrainian and Russian.

Anna Gavrysh

Melville, NY

Anna Ivanenko Gavrysh, Esq. joined Futterman Lanza, LLP in December 2024 as an Associate. She specializes in estate planning, Medicaid Planning, probate, administration, estate litigation, and Article 81 guardianships. Fluent in Russian and Ukrainian, she also handles residential real estate closings and receives court appointments as a Court Evaluator.

Viktoriya Dyrda

Independence, OH

Attorney Viktoriya Dyrda’s passion for justice and compassion for defending her clients’ rights combined with her carefully crafted approach to every case provides individuals with the needed guidance to make well-informed and strategic decisions. Viktoriya is an established advocate who offers dedication and forthright advice on the best course of action in each case. Originally from Ukraine, Attorney Dyrda speaks fluent Ukrainian and Russian. Ms. Dyrda’s experiences as a translator allow her to readily assist clients from Eastern Europe in understanding the legal nuances of the American justice system.

Olena Bedenko-Zvarydchuk

Seattle, WA

Olena Bedenko-Zvarydchuk is an Associate Attorney at HWS Law Group, based in the firm’s Seattle office. She brings a thoughtful, analytical, and globally informed approach to litigation and client advocacy. Olena supports clients across a wide range of civil litigation matters, with a focus on delivering practical, result-oriented legal solutions.

William Kibbe

Charlotte, NC

William Kibbe is an attorney passionate about helping personal injury clients. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of South Carolina and his Juris Doctor from Elon University School of Law in 2021. Admitted to practice in North Carolina in 2022, he is known for his tenacious advocacy.

Walter Hodynsky is an attorney with Milavetz Injury Law, P.A., assisting clients with debt relief, bankruptcy, and family law matters such as custody, divorce, and grandparent visitation rights. He also represents employees in discrimination, harassment, and unemployment compensation cases, and practices in estate planning (wills, trusts, power of attorney, healthcare power of attorney), Criminal Law, and probate. He is a Qualified Neutral Under Rule 114, Minnesota Supreme Court, and handles arbitrations under the MN No-Fault statute.

Kate Ogorodnik

University Place, WA

Kate is a personal injury paralegal with over 14 years of experience. Kate graduated in 2008 from Whatcom Community College with an Associate of Science in Paralegal Studies. She started her career in law while interning for the Whatcom County Public Defender’s Office and shortly thereafter joined a local Worker’s Compensation firm in Bellingham, WA. After moving to the greater Seattle area she found her niche in personal injury law. At the Law Office of Blake Kremer, Kate is responsible for the day-to-day handling of cases including opening claims with insurance companies, property damage assistance, providing clients with treatment process guidance, gathering and analyzing medical information, drafting and compiling demand packets, and disbursing settlement funds once a claim is resolved. Kate also assists attorney Blake Kremer with all the litigation production in the event a suit is filed. Kate is originally from Kyiv, Ukraine, and speaks both Russian and Ukrainian languages.

Victoria A. Dobronos

Independence, OH

Victoria is currently on legal sabbatical and engaged in complex business matters for a local Northeast Ohio manufacturer.

Ilona Shtark

Brooklyn, NY

Ilona Shtark is an Attorney at Law admitted to practice in New York State and licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Florida as a Home Loan Consultant. She holds an LLM from St. John’s University School of Law and is a member of the New York Bar Association. Ilona specializes in Family Law, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Elder Law, and mortgage-related matters. Born in Ukraine and raised in the United States, she is fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, conversational Polish, and English.

Yulianna Yagoudaeva

Huntingdon Valley, PA

Yulianna Yagoudaeva is the founder of Yagoudaeva Law Group, P.C. She is a passionate and driven advocate with experience as a Judicial Law Clerk in New York Family Court and the Commercial Division of the New York Supreme Court. Her practice areas include Family Law, Estate Planning, and Civil Litigation, with a focus on Guardianships, Medicaid, Trusts, and Estate Planning. She is licensed to practice law in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Federal District Court for the District of New Jersey.

Jae E. Lee

Fort Lee, NJ

Jae E. Lee is the managing partner of our Fort Lee office. Ms. Lee has handled thousands of claims for damages in automobile and slip/trip and fall accidents, including claims against commercial, public and governmental entities. Ms. Lee has secured millions of dollars in recovery of damages on behalf of her clients over the span of almost 30 years. Ms. Lee is dedicated and committed to helping her clients achieve maximum recovery and relief. Ms. Lee invests in her clients’ cases, utilizing first-rate demonstrative evidence, investigation tools, trial material and advancing the costs of litigation and experts.

Aryna Anderson

Seattle, WA

Aryna Anderson is an experienced litigator who works tirelessly to get a fair outcome for her clients. For 13 years, she served as an Assistant Attorney General with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office, litigating a variety of cases on behalf of the state. She represented the Liquor and Cannabis Board during the marijuana legalization. Immediately before joining Hermann Law Group, for six years Aryna litigated workers’ compensation, wage-and-hour, and worker industrial safety cases. She started her legal journey as an intern with Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, handling criminal appeals. Throughout her career, she has worked on cases in a variety of legal forums: from administrative agencies to superior courts to the court of appeals. Aryna graduated cum laude with her J.D. degree from Seattle University School of Law in 2009. In law school, she received CALI awards (best in class) in Aviation Law and Dispute Resolution. Aryna is an Eagle member of the Washington Association for Justice. She served on the Pierce County Washington Women Lawyers’ Board in various roles for almost a decade, including as the chapter’s co-president, and was a founding member of the Slavic Bar Association of Washington and its first president. In addition to English, she speaks Ukrainian and Russian. Aryna lives in Tacoma with her partner and two children. In her spare time, she enjoys camping and reading. You can contact Aryna at Aryna@HLG.lawyer or 253.426.1614

Peter Zinkovetsky

New York, NY

Peter Zinkovetsky is the founder of Avenue Law Firm. He is an experienced and highly rated New York attorney who represents local and international clients. Peter has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine for eight years in a row. Rising Star Award is given to less than 2.5 percent of attorneys in New York State. New York Real Estate Journal included Peter Zinkovetsky in their 2018 Ones To Watch List and Avvo awarded him 10/10, the highest rating available. Peter teaches continuing education courses, writes a legal blog, has written articles for the New York Real Estate Journal, and is often invited to participate and present at conferences in the US and worldwide. Peter is often interviewed by the press and has been featured in a number of publications including Forbes, NY Post, The Real Deal, NY Observer, Newsweek, NY Real Estate Journal, and many others. Peter holds a Juris Doctor Degree from New York Law School; a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Finance from Pace University; and is a graduate of the United Nations International School. Peter’s focuses his practice on real estate transactions and property and business insurance.

Nathan Evans

Birmingham, AL

Nathan Evans earned his undergraduate degree in English from Brigham Young University in 2001 and his J.D. from William & Mary Law School. He was admitted to practice law in Tennessee in 2005 and in Georgia in 2022. He is fluent in Polish, Czech, and Ukrainian, having learned them during a two-year mission in Chicago, Illinois.

Olga Medyukh

Coral Gables, FL

With over 15 years of dedicated experience in employment law, attorney Olga Medyukh brings comprehensive litigation expertise to every client engagement. Throughout her career, she has successfully represented hundreds of clients across the full spectrum of employment matters-from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims to wrongful termination disputes, wage and overtime violations, and complex severance negotiations. Her litigation practice spans administrative hearings, arbitration proceedings, pre-litigation resolutions, and courtroom advocacy, with a high track record of successful claims. She approaches each case with strategic precision, navigating complex legal frameworks to achieve optimal outcomes while providing clients with personalized, responsive representation at every stage of employment disputes. Her comprehensive employment law approach encompasses both plaintiff and defense representation in all facets of the employer-employee relationship. She excels in developing targeted litigation strategies that address her clients' specific needs while anticipating opposing counsel's approaches. Beyond individual case management, she has demonstrated senior leadership capabilities through team building, mentoring junior attorneys, and implementing comprehensive training programs that elevate organizational performance. Her supervisory experience includes managing legal teams during complex, high-stakes employment litigation, where her analytical approach to case evaluation and strategic decision-making has consistently delivered favorable results in confidential, deadline-driven environments. As the Project Director at Volunteers of Legal Service, she spearheaded the New York State Bar Association's COVID-19 rapid response network addressing unprecedented unemployment issues. She coordinated a network of a dozen law firms and over 200 attorneys, developing comprehensive training systems to enable effective pro bono attorney matching with New Yorkers facing critical unemployment challenges during the pandemic. This initiative demonstrated her ability to mobilize legal resources and provide leadership during a time of extraordinary need.

Angelica D. Zolnierowicz

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Angelica D. Zolnierowicz is an Associate at Conrad & Scherer, focusing on complex commercial litigation, blockchain technologies, and criminal securities fraud. She holds a Master of Laws from Georgetown University Law Center and a Juris Doctorate from The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. She also has Master and Bachelor degrees in International Affairs from Boston University. Admitted to practice in New York, North Carolina, District of Columbia, and Maryland, she is fluent in Polish and proficient in French and Spanish. She has held various legal roles, including a Military Commission Observer at Guantanamo Bay and Editor of the Journal of National Security Law and Policy.

Mila Movchan

Boca Raton, FL

Mila Movchan is a dedicated paralegal with a passion for justice and advocacy. Born and raised in Ukraine, Mila’s journey in the legal field began with her pursuit of higher education in civil law. She earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil law in Ukraine in 2010, laying the foundation for her career in the legal profession. Driven by a hunger for new experiences and opportunities, Mila embarked on a new chapter by moving to California in 2014. There, she furthered her legal education and expertise by obtaining a Paralegal Certificate, enhancing her skills and knowledge in the complexities of the American legal system. In 2019, feeling nostalgic for the warm Black Sea of her childhood, Mila made the move to the sunny shores of Florida. Despite the change in scenery, her dedication to her legal career remained unwavering. In Florida, Mila continues to pursue her passion for advocating for people’s rights and upholding the principles of justice, and in 2023 she joined Grossman Attorneys at Law. Mila’s background and linguistic abilities are valuable assets in her legal practice. Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, and French, she possesses the unique ability to effectively communicate with foreign Defense Base Act claimants, fostering trust and understanding in often complex legal proceedings. Outside of her professional endeavors, Mila finds joy in spending time at the beach and exploring new destinations through travel. Her diverse background and experiences shape her perspective and drive her commitment to making a positive impact in the legal community and beyond.

Ilona Manzyuk returned to Sacramento after law school to provide a valuable resource to the community she grew up in. While pursuing her law degree from Regent University School of Law in Virginia, Ilona interned with the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute in Washington D.C. This comprehensive experience gave her an insight into policy and legislation that she uses while representing clients who have been injured in the scope and course of their employment. She prioritizes consistent communication and tireless attention to detail, leaving no stone unturned in the service of her client. Ilona is a native speaker of both Ukrainian and Russian and will extend Eason & Tambornini’s Workers Compensation services to Sacramento’s Slavic community.