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Ms. Anderson practices primarily domestic and family law, criminal law and bankruptcy. Her intent is to assist clients through difficult, complicated and sometimes incredibly emotional events. A resident of Central Florida for 25 years, she received a B.S. degree in Political Science from the University of Central Florida and J.D. degree from Barry University School of Law. At Barry University she received a certificate in Children and Family Law, an asset in her practice. Ms. Anderson is a member of the American Bar Association, The Florida Bar (Family, Criminal and Young Lawyers Division), and the Orange County Bar Association. She is an adjunct professor for Barry University and for Kaplan University and has previously been adjunct faculty for Everest University. Seventy five percent of her practice is devoted to litigation. Ms. Anderson is admitted to practice in Florida and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Middle District of Florida. Her pro bono work includes Legal Aid for Orange County and Seminole County.

Ms. Beebe practices exclusively in the area of marital and family law. She is Board Certified in Marital and Family Law by the Florida Bar and a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). Ms. Beebe is a member of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, the Palm Beach County Bar Association, Florida Association of Woman Lawyers and the Palm Beach County Greenberg Gamot Family Law American Inn of Court. She is a past Chair of the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar (2018-2019). Ms. Beebe was elected to the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section in 2015 and served as the Secretary from 2015-2016; Treasurer from 2016-2017; the Chair-Elect 2017-2018; and Chair 2018-2019. She also served on the Executive Council from 2010 until her appointment on the Executive Committee. Ms. Beebe currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, where she began her legal career in 2006. She has been recognized as Florida Rising Star from 2017-2019 and a Super Lawyer from 2021 to present.

Ms. Hernandez represents high-net-worth individuals in complex marital and family law matters. She assists individuals in the dissolution of marriage, equitable distribution, alimony, child support, parenting and time-share issues, paternity, and prenuptial agreements. Ms. Hernandez has obtained the AV Preeminent* peer review rating through Martindale-Hubbell. In addition, she has been selected for inclusion in the Super Lawyers list since 2014, including Top 100: Miami Super Lawyers in 2018, 2020-2022 and Top 50: Women Florida Super Lawyers in 2015 and 2018, The Best Lawyers in America list since 2019, Florida Trend’s Legal Elite list, and South Florida Legal Guide’s Top Lawyers list. In addition, Ms. Hernandez is a Fellow of The American Bar Foundation and is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Law.

Ms. Kay assists Florida’s families in the Tampa Bay area as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law and Appellate Mediator and a Collaborative Family Law Attorney through her firm Kay Family Law PLLC in Tampa. She assists solo and small firms providing contract research, writing, and consulting services. Speaking, writing, and consulting on family law matters, particularly ones involving persons with disabilities or special needs, are among Ms. Kay’s passions. Leadership is among her strengths. Of note, Ms. Kay was 2023-2024 Chair of The Family Law Section of The Florida Bar during their 50th anniversary year, 2017-2018 President of the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers, President of the Hillsborough County Bar Association Leadership Institute Class of 2013, and Co-Chair r of the 2013 and 2014 Hillsborough County Bar Association 5k Pro Bono River Run Committee.

Since 1995, Mr. Alexander has proudly represented the victims of negligence. He only represents those people who are injured, mostly by big corporations and hospitals. He is proudest of his work representing children who have been injured at birth and have been left with profound brain damage and the victims of sexual abuse. Mr. Alexander concentrates his practice on representing the victims of catastrophic injuries in the areas of medical malpractice and complex personal injury litigation.

Mr. Banks is the principal attorney at Banks & Associates, PLLC, a Houston-based law firm focused on meeting the needs of government and construction contractors throughout Texas. He is a trusted advisor for licensed professionals, CEOs and managers in construction firms, and government contractors. Mr. Banks was licensed as a CPA in 2003 and has more than 20 years of experience as a lead accountant and CFO for successful government contractors. He earned his B.B.A. degree with a double major in Accounting and Finance from the Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston and secured his J.D. degree from South Texas College of Law. Mr. Banks is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Association of Corporate Counsel and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). He is a member of the Construction Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.

Ms. McCarthy is a trial attorney at Schwartz Jambois and focuses her practice in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse and neglect, as well as other catastrophic injuries. She has tried in excess of 100 jury trials to verdict, has successfully argued and achieved reversal before the 7th Circuit United States Court of Appeals, as well as in the First District Appellate Court, and obtained hundreds of settlements for both individual and corporate clients. Ms. McCarthy is a leader in the Chicago legal community. In 2020, she was named to the highly-selective Illinois Super Lawyers list, and voted as #1 of the “Top 10 Emerging Lawyers” and also voted as #1 of the “Top 10 Emerging Women Lawyers” by her peers in a survey conducted by Leading Lawyers. Ms. McCarthy was named by Crain’s as one of the “Most Influential Women Lawyers in Chicago” in 2017, as an “Emerging Lawyer,” in 2016, and one of the “40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch” in 2014 by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.

Mr. DeSalvo, a Chicago native and DePaul University graduate, has been a fiercely independent Plaintiff’s Personal Injury lawyer for more than 25 years. He is the son of a catastrophically injured truck driver whose injury case dragged on for more than 17 years and has dedicated his career to fighting for the rights of injured people. A real trial lawyer, Mr. DeSalvo is a graduate of the Gerry Spence “Trial Lawyers College”, as well as the prestigious “The Keenan Edge” advanced programs for trial lawyers, post-law school curricula than not one in 100,000 lawyers has mastered. He brings his working class work ethic and a ‘tell it like it is’ approach to the thousands of clients he has helped, and continues to help from his Oak Brook and Chicago offices.

Ms. Niles has handled over 4,000 cases throughout her career, where she fought tooth and nail to achieve the best settlements possible for her clients. She has gone to trial nearly 300 times and boasts an impressive 93% winning record in appealed cases. She is one of the hardest working women in Illinois, evident from the beginning of her law career when she put herself through law school at IIT-Chicago Kent College of Law. During Ms. Niles’s very first job out of law school, she tried the Smith Case that became the seminal reference for the proposition that an employer cannot create a job and artificially inflate a wage just to avoid paying an 8(d)(1) wage differential. From there she has gained over 24 years of experience, working on both sides of workers’ compensation law. Her experience provides insight into how the defense thinks and allows her to anticipate their arguments, thus making her clients’ cases stronger in advance.

Ms. Annest is a Seattle native, she graduated cum laude and with high honors from Dartmouth College in 2000, where she captained the women’s volleyball team and was a visiting student at Oxford University. Ms. Annest received her J.D. with honors from the University of Washington School of Law in 2003 and served as a Notes and Comments Editor of the Washington Law Review. She spent the first 16 years of her career at Mills Meyers Swartling, P.S., and gained substantial litigation experience representing large and small businesses in a variety of contract, insurance, product liability, and real property matters. Ms. Annest served as President of the Western Washington chapter of the Dartmouth Alumni Association for years, and continued competing in volleyball tournaments with her USAV team. After adopting her daughter in 2008, she began building her family formation practice. Adoption, assisted reproduction, estate planning, and probate matters filled an increasingly large percentage of her time. Particularly after she and her husband adopted their son in 2010, the kids also filled an increasingly large percentage of her time. In 2015, Ms. Annest became a Fellow of the Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys (fka the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys). In 2019, she joined the experienced adoption and estate planning team of Albert Lirhus and John Keckemet. Ms. Annest’s practice now includes all types of adoption, including complex situations involving ICWA and ICPC, step-, second-, and third-parent adoptions, contested adoptions, and birth parent representation. In addition, the 2019 revisions to Washington’s Uniform Parentage Act opened new possibilities for families pursuing assisted reproductive technologies. Surrogacy and gamete donation contracts represent a growing portion of her work.

Ms. Buie is the founder and CEO of Elise Buie Family Law. Her practice focuses on family law and serving as a guardian ad litem, advocating for children’s best interest in high-conflict divorce and dependency matters. Ms. Buie’s practice involves all aspects of family law: preparation of postnuptial and separation agreements, parenting plans, child support, simple and complex financial cases, relocation, and blended families. She is collaboratively trained and has had 40 hours of mediation training. Ms. Buie is an active member of the Washington Bar, a voluntarily inactive member of both the Minnesota Bar and the Louisiana Bar, and the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana. She is a member of the King County Bar Association (Family Law Section, Collaborative Law Section), the Snohomish County Bar Association, the Washington State Bar Association, (Family Law Section, CLE Committee), the Washington Women Lawyers, the National Association of Women Lawyers, The Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) (incoming president 2019 Washington Chapter), and the American Bar Association (Family Law Section and GP Solo Division, Family Law Committee, Juvenile Law Committee, Commission on Women in the Profession). She earned her J.D. degree from Loyola School of Law.

Mr. Hawthorne is a paralegal and Limited License Legal Technician with Just-in Case Family Law. He has been a paralegal for more than 11 years and was admitted to the Washington State Bar as an LLLT in 2021.

Mr. Khan’s practice emphasizes family law, bankruptcy, general litigation (including personal injury), and drafting simple wills. He is an experienced family law mediator and has published several articles, including co-writing the Family Law Deskbook chapter on prenuptial agreements. Mr. Khan has served as a pro tem family law commissioner at King County Superior Court. He is a former adjunct professor of family law in the paralegal program at Edmonds Community College. Mr. Khan is a member of the Illinois and Washington State Bars. He is also a member of the Washington State Bar Family Law and Bankruptcy Law sections, and King County Bar Association (and Family Law and Bankruptcy Law sections). He earned his J.D. degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and his LL.M. degree from the University of Washington School of Law. 

Korey Twombly has been an experienced paralegal with Envision Family Law since February 2024, with prior paralegal roles at Morris | Sockle | Posadas and at the Washington State Department of Health as a Health Services Consultant. Ms. Twombly holds an associate of arts and sciences degree in Legal Assistant/Paralegal from South Puget Sound Community College and an associate’s degree in Hospitality and Hotel Restaurant Management from Anne Arundel Community College.

In May 2022, Ms. Cole opened Cole Family Law Firm, a boutique family law firm in Las Vegas. In addition to serving the Las Vegas metropolitan area, Ms. Cole also serves the Ely, Nevada, community and she has a second office there. Previously, Ms. Cole practiced with Willick Law Group, a premier Las Vegas family law firm, for seven years. She attended the Houston Family Law Trial Institute program in 2019 to build her trial advocacy skills, and she is well versed in complex litigation. Ms. Cole practiced in Elko, Nevada, from 2011-2015, and she served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Dan Papez and the Honorable Steve Dobrescu in the Seventh Judicial District Court of Nevada in White Pine, Lincoln, and Eureka Counties in 2010. Ms. Cole is a graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law where she earned a Cali Excellence Award in Legal Research and Writing. She is admitted to practice in the State of Nevada and the U.S. District Court, District of Nevada.

Ms. Haseebullah is a 2014 graduate of UNLV’s William S. Boyd School of Law. While in law school, Ms. Haseebullah gained experience in the family law arena, externing at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, interning with the Honorable Judge William Gonzalez, and clerking at a local family firm where she worked with divorce, custody, and bankruptcy clients. Upon admission to the Nevada State Bar, Ms. Haseebullah accepted a position as a judicial clerk to the Honorable Frank P. Sullivan in the Family Division of the Eighth Judicial District, where she specialized in child abuse and neglect court. She later joined Kelleher and Kelleher, practicing domestic cases exclusively until 2018, when she began practicing in abuse and neglect matters. In 2022 Ms. Haseebullah was certified as a national specialist in child welfare law.

Ms. Resch has been practicing since 2013. She obtained her bachelors degrees in Political Science and Drama from the University of California, Irvine, and attended the William S. Boyd School of Law at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. After graduating, Ms. Resch was a judicial law clerk for a family court judge in the Eighth Judicial District Court of Nevada. Ms. Resch is a skilled trial attorney and graduate of the National Family Law Trial Institute in 2017 where she worked directly with nationally renowned forensic, business, and child custody experts. Due to her experience and knowledge, Ms. Resch spoke for American Institute of Certified Public Accountants at the Forensic Valuation Services Conference and the Expert Witness Skills Workshop. Prior to partnering with Gonzalez Law Firm to run the family law department, Ms. Resch was a partner at Naimi & Cerceo, where she worked side by side with fellow specialists, as well as with Fellows with the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Family Lawyers.

Ms. Urfalyan has dedicated her entire legal career to complex divorce and child custody matters. She is admitted to the State Bar of Nevada and is currently in the process of being certified as a family law specialist. She has co-authored the Hague Convention Chapter for the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2017; The Codex of Family Law Manual to assist new attorneys with specific statutes and case law for the Family Law Conference in Bishop, California, in 2018; the ABA publication for Foreign Discovery in 2020; and the State Bar of Nevada divorce information guide in 2023. She has also been distinguished by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada for her legal contributions and community service. In 2022, Ms. Urfalyan served as a co-instructor for a State Bar of Nevada Continuing Legal Education (CLE) class for over 50 family law attorneys. Attorney Urfalyan received her juris doctorate degree from Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, California in 2017. While in law school, she received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for Children and the Law, the Witkin Award for Family Law Procedure and Practice, and the Wiley W. Manuel Certificate for Pro Bono Legal Services by the State Bar of California.

Joshua Arnold is a founding partner in the law firm of Fortune, Beard, Arnold, Graham, & Arnold, LLP, in Columbiana, Alabama. He has represented clients in civil, criminal, domestic, estate and probate matters since 2010 and has extensive trial experience in state courts. Over time, his focus shifted to the area of state and local government law, and he currently serves as City Attorney for a number of cities in Shelby and Chilton Counties. Mr. Arnold earned his B.S. degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Montevallo, his M.Ed. degree from the University of Montevallo, and his J.D. degree from Birmingham School of Law.

Joey Barlow is an attorney with Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in Birmingham. Mr. Barlow began his legal career interning with the Honorable Laura Petro at the Circuit Court of Jefferson County while pursuing his undergraduate studies. Following his internship, he gained valuable experience working as an assistant, focusing on family law, bankruptcy, personal injury, and criminal cases. After earning his bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Mr. Barlow continued his education at Liberty University, where he obtained a Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology, followed by a J.D. degree from the Birmingham School of Law. In 2018, he joined Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys as a paralegal, where he handled various personal injury cases, acquiring invaluable experience that now drives his dedication to serving clients. Attorney Barlow is committed to fighting relentlessly for his clients, ensuring their rights are protected and justice is served. He now focuses his practice on personal injury law and civil litigation.

Lindsay Demers is an attorney in Gulf Shores who has cultivated a diverse range of legal expertise since establishing her own law practice. Specializing in civil litigation, domestic relations, real estate, and criminal defense, she has consistently demonstrated her dedication to her clients and the legal profession. Whether navigating complex contractual disputes or advocating for individuals’ rights in personal injury cases, Ms. Demers’s courtroom acumen and negotiation skills have proven invaluable. In the realm of domestic relations, Ms. Demers provides comprehensive legal guidance and representation in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and spousal support matters, prioritizing the well-being and best interests of her clients and their families. Her proficiency in real estate law encompasses a broad spectrum of services, from residential and commercial transactions to property disputes and landlord-tenant issues. As a staunch advocate for justice, she is committed to defending the rights of individuals facing criminal charges. Ms. Demers earned her undergraduate degree from Suffolk University, and her J.D. degree from Massachusetts School of Law at Andover.

Emily Yeager is an associate attorney with Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys in Birmingham. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Birmingham-Southern College and her J.D. degree from Birmingham School of Law.

Sheli Fulcher Koontz practices with the law firm of Johnson May in Boise. Ms. Koontz provides clients with concierge legal services, helping them access and navigate the courts, and securing long-term stability and success for themselves and their families. She has practiced law since 2002. She was named Idaho Trial Lawyers Association President 2015-16 and is one of only four women to serve in that office in over 50 years. Ms. Fulcher Koontz’s legal practice includes estate planning, probate, family law (divorce, custody, asset & debt division), personal injury, and family law mediation. She founded and managed Fulcher Koontz Law PLLC in 2008, and joined the firm of ANGSTMAN JOHNSON PLLC, now known as JOHNSON MAY, in July 2018, after 10 years of independent practice. She is currently the managing partner JOHNSON MAY with offices in Boise and Twin Falls. Ms. Fulcher Koontz is also an adjunct professor at the University of Idaho College of Law in Boise, where she teaches Family Law. She received her BS degree in Molecular Biology from Northwest Nazarene College in Nampa, Idaho, her graduate degree in Forensic Sciences from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and her J.D. degree from University of Idaho College of Law.

Katherine Meier is a partner with Cosho Humphrey, LLP, in Boise. She is a general practice attorney with an emphasis in family law. She received her undergraduate degree from the College of Idaho and her J.D. degree from Gonzaga University School of Law. Ms. Meier was admitted to the Idaho State Bar in 2014, and she is licensed to practice before all state and federal courts in Idaho.

Abigail Morehouse is the owner of Morehouse Law firm in Boise. She is an Idaho native having grown up in Boise. Ms. Morehouse has extensive litigation experience and is a skilled trial attorney. She is a dedicated attorney that focuses on ensuring her clients are well informed and understand the complicated legal process, and she fights to get the best legal outcome possible in every case. After graduating from Boise State University, she attended Concordia Law where she served on the Board of Law Review as managing editor, volunteered in the Housing Clinic where she assisted clients that faced eviction and other housing issues, and served as research assistant to the Dean. After being admitted to the Idaho State Bar, Ms. Morehouse went to work at the Ada County Public Defender’s Office. During her time as a public defender she handled cases ranging from basic misdemeanors to serious felonies. Since opening Morehouse Law, she has expanded her practice to include family law.

Nick Nielson is a family law attorney practicing in Pocatello, Idaho. Mr. Nielson is originally from Ririe, Idaho. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1987 with a Joint JD/MPA. He has practiced law in Pocatello for thirty -six years. He has served as the chairman of the Family Law Section of the Sixth District Bar Association and is currently a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar Association. Mr. Nielson has been active in Pocatello community affairs and has served as Chairman of Pocatello’s Historic Preservation Commission.

Denise Penton at Penton Law Offices, Pllc, in Boise, is skilled is skilled in all aspects of legal representation. She is a former prosecutor and public defender, and she has been in private practice for over 20 years. She has been a practicing attorney for over 25 years. Ms. Penton brings all of her years of legal experience for her clients’ exclusive benefit. She gives each client her personal attention and commitment and ensures her clients will receive the very best representation. She provides efficient, aggressive, and experienced representation to resolve her clients’ legal issues. Ms. Penton was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and graduated from Boise High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho. She went on to earn her J.D. degree from the University Of Idaho College Of Law in 1996. Ms. Penton practices with an emphasis in legal representation in immigration law and family law.

Robert J. Taylor is an attorney and mediator with Taylor Law & Medication PLLC. He opened Taylor Law & Mediation PLLC in Mountain Home in 2013 and expanded into Boise, Idaho, in 2020 and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in 2022. His main areas of practice include divorce, will and estate planning solutions and adoptions. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Taylor also serves as an engineer officer and public affairs officer in the Idaho Army National Guard. Prior to commissioning in 2008, he spent six years as a paralegal specialist for the Idaho Army National Guard. Mr. Taylor graduated from Mountain Home High School in 2002 and attended the College of Southern Idaho. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho in public relations; a master’s in sports administration from American Military University; and a J.D. degree from the University of Idaho College of Law.

Ms. Buchanan has handled trucking crash cases, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and employment cases in more than 20 jurisdictions. As former BigLaw and in-house counsel to a Fortune 500 company, she traveled the country advising corporate executives and litigating multi-million dollar disputes for insurance companies and large corporations. Now she teaches other lawyers about how to take on these big companies using her training and experience from the other side. Ms. Buchanan is board-certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in trucking crash cases, making her one of the first few women in the nation to achieve that honor. In 2024, Ms. Buchanan was elected to the American Association for Justice Trucking Litigation Group Executive Board, which oversees motorcarrier and owner-operator liability legal matters in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Ms. Padilla’s legal practice focuses on issues involving family relationships, including adoption, divorce, and child custody. Ms. Padilla received her J.D. degree from The University of New Mexico School of Law. Previously she served as an associate attorney at Atencio Law Office, an attorney with Wolf & Fox, PC, and an attorney with New Mexico Legal Group, P.C.

Ms. Palomares has worked with RMC since 2016. She graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2015. She briefly worked as an Assistant District Attorney in the Second Judicial District, prosecuting domestic violence and DUI cases. Ms. Palomares has extensive experience in litigation in domestic relations, criminal, and children’s court matters. She is committed to ensuring that clients receive the expert guidance they deserve. She manages a diverse caseload, handling everything from litigation and motions practice to negotiation in domestic relations, guardianship proceedings, conservatorship proceedings, and guardian ad litem work. Ms. Palomares is fluent in Spanish and, in her spare time, she performs and records New Mexico Spanish music and performs with Mariachi Calor.

Mr. White is a frequent guest lecturer to his peers on his representation of victims of heavy truck crashes and oilfield, pipeline and industrial incidents. His practice focuses heavily on catastrophic truck wrecks and oilfield/pipeline incidents in New Mexico and Texas. Mr. White has never advertised as he believes his work is his advertisement. This has led him to receive client referrals from judges, from jurors that have sat in cases he’s tried, from defense lawyers he’s done battle against, from experts that have been hired in past cases, and from other lawyers. More importantly, a significant portion of his work at Liles White is focused on representing people referred to him by his current and past clients, who are proud to spread the word about his work for them. The best compliment he’s gotten as a lawyer is that he doesn’t act like, talk like, or dress like a lawyer. Despite his primary office being in Texas, Mr. White was asked to author the New Mexico Truck Crash Law Overview for the AAJ Interstate Trucking Litigation Group.

Ms. Huey has been fighting for businesses and individuals for more than 20 years in both state and federal courts. After a career with a major regional law firm representing businesses ranging from multinationals to small local companies, Ms. Huey turned her attention for a number of years to serving those going through divorce and living with its aftermath. She was chosen to serve as a member, then panel chair and finally district chair of the District 6 Grievance Committee of the State Bar of Texas. In addition to business litigation, her practice now focuses on legal ethics and professional responsibility. She helps lawyers navigate the disciplinary process and counsels law firms and individual attorneys on matters of professional responsibility and malpractice. She brings to this practice the same commitment to excellence and the needs of her clients that she has always brought to business and other cases. Ms. Huey is the author of the Legal Ethics Today blog found at legalethicstoday.com. She is also a frequent speaker on ethics and professionalism issues to local and national bar associations. She is the web content editor for the Ethics and Professionalism Committee of the American Bar Association Litigation Section and the program coordinator and immediate past chair of the Dallas Bar Association Solo and Small Firm Section.

Mr. Hunt is a Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer with more than 35 years of trial experience in state and federal courts. He has a national ADA and FHA consulting and defense practice representing real estate developers, retailers, restaurants, shopping centers, banks, apartment owners and managers, hotels, single family developers and governmental entities in ADA and FHA accessibility litigation and administrative proceedings. Mr. Hunt speaks frequently on ADA and FHA accessibility issues to both national and local organizations, including the International Council of Shopping Center Developers, the Society of Exchange Counselors, the National Retail Tenants Association and similar groups. He has been interviewed for and quoted in articles appearing in Forbes, The Economist, and other publications. His consulting practice includes private client training and public webinars on avoiding and winning ADA and FHA lawsuits. He has served as an adjunct professor of Disability Law at the SMU Dedman School of law and as an adjunct professor of Trial Advocacy at the former DFW School of Law. His blog, Accessibility Defense serves as a national resource for hundreds of attorneys, accessibility experts and others involved in ADA and FHA litigation.

Ms. Khan’s practice is 100 percents devoted to representing healthcare providers. She is currently a partner in Cooksey Khan Quiñones, PLLC, where she represents doctors and hospitals all over Texas. She previously worked for a defense boutique representing hundreds of doctors in lawsuits and before the Texas Medical Board. Ms. Khan attended the University of Houston Law Center and graduated cum laude in 2003. She also holds a master’s degree in Medical Humanities from the University of Texas Medical Branch. She has been licensed to practice law since 2003. She has volunteered for the State Bar of Texas on the CLE Committee and on the Law Practice Management Committee. Outside of work, Ms. Khan enjoys spending time with her family and giving back to her community. She is a member of the inaugural class of Leadership CFISD, a leadership program for the third-largest school district in Texas. She is a Patroness of the National Charity League, Cypress Belles chapter. Finally, she serves as the Finance Vice President for Multiples of America, a national support organization for parents of twins and triplets.

Ms. McQuilliams has been a litigation defense paralegal/medical consultant for 29 yrs, specializing in medical malpractice, pharmaceutical, medical device, toxic tort and product liability. She has attended and managed 30-40 trials in Texas and Oklahoma. In addition to her paralegal background, she has been a Licensed Paramedic for 23 yrs. Ms. McQuilliams experience as a paramedic, including many years in the ER, allows her to assist attorneys and claim professionals with medical record review/analysis, witness/expert interviews, liability/damage determinations and medical research.

Mr. O’Toole’s practice is focused on business litigation, as well as construction matters. He regularly handles cases involving issues such as shareholder or partner disputes, real estate matters, and contract disputes. Mr. O’Toole has represented clients in the Austin business community for over thirty years. In addition to being Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, he is a former Certified Public Accountant. This unique combination of skills and expertise positions him exceptionally well to represent clients in litigation involving complex accounting and financial transactions. Mr. O’Toole is also honored to have been admitted to the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). He has also participated as lead litigation and counsel in contested administrative proceedings with The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, The Texas Lottery Commission, The Racing Commission, The Texas Department of Banking, and The Texas Public Utility Commission. Mr. O’Toole earned his B.B.A. degree from the University of Oklahoma and his J.D. degree from Southern Methodist University School of Law.

Mr. Barnard assists clients in many areas of civil litigation with an emphasis on serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. He is a graduate of Texas Christian University and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. Prior to joining civil practice, he worked as an assistant prosecutor in Platte County, Missouri, where he was able to grow his passion for the courtroom by taking several jury trials to verdict. Mr. Barnard also supervised Platte County’s Mental Health Court treatment program and served as the main author and attorney for the creation of the county’s first diversion program. He currently serves as Chair of the CLE Committees for the Missouri Bar Young Lawyers Section Council and the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Young Lawyers Section Board of Directors. Mr. Barnard is also a proud member of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys.

Mr. Crompton specializes in complex civil cases across the United States. He has led numerous large-scale litigations, obtaining significant verdicts, settlements, and results on behalf of his clients. A native of Herrin, Illinois, he grew up in a hardworking, union family. Mr. Crompton’s family and close family friends have worked in heavy, dangerous industries, trades and services including railroading, agriculture, mining, natural resources, manufacturing, construction, labor, maintenance, machinery, transportation and trucking, towing/road service, electrical linemen, structural/steel, teaching, and engineering. He has successfully taken on some of the largest, most aggressive corporations and industries, including pharmaceutical, agricultural, asbestos, petroleum/oil, banking, automotive, and manufacturing. Mr. Crompton’s cases have been featured in various media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Time, CNBC, MSNBC, NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox News, Law360, New York Times, LA Times, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Missouri Lawyers Media, St. Louis Post Dispatch, St. Louis Business Journal, and the St. Louis Record, to name a few. Additionally, his legal writings, teachings, and materials have been published in and widely circulated by well-known industry publications. He has received numerous awards and recognitions, including a Martindale-Hubbell preeminent AV rating (5.0/5.0), a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, in the Global Directory of Who’s Who (Top Lawyers), a designation by Super Lawyers, and being ranked in the top 5% of private practice attorneys nationwide by Best Lawyers in America.

Ms. Crompton is an experienced trial attorney and dedicated advocate for justice. Her passion to try cases led her to join the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s office prosecuting some of the most serious and egregious offenses in St. Louis City. Ms. Crompton tried over 40 jury trials and countless bench trials during her 11+ year tenure, having an impressive record of felony convictions. It was during her time there that she sought justice on behalf of many women and children who were survivors of sexual crimes and domestic violence. Standing up and giving a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves is the reason she chose to attend law school.
Ms. Crompton continued her career at a woman owned plaintiffs law firm concentrating her practice in the areas of catastrophic trucking cases, product liability, wrongful death, medical negligence, employment litigation, and personal injury. Just prior to joining the firm, she operated in a business role as Director and Counsel for a private legal services company. There she managed all services to facilitate resolution of civil litigation matters. Additionally, she was accountable for training and management of employees and independent contractors, marketing, sales, purchasing, budgeting, and ultimately viability. She also created and managed a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program offering insight on a wide range of legal topics to lawyers and other professionals across the country. Ms. Crompton is committed to assisting many causes and organizations including the Missouri Bar and local affinity bar associations. She is a past President of the Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater St. Louis (WLA) and currently serves as Vice President for the Missouri Bar. Ms. Crompton is actively involved with many committees furthering the missions of access to justice, women in the profession, and educational outreach including past Chair of the Government Lawyers Committee, Chair of the CLE Committee and co-Chair of the ADR Committee. She serves as an adjunct professor of law at St. Louis University School of Law teaching courses on Mediation and Trial Advocacy.

Mr. Kurtz practice includes wrongful death personal injury, products’ liability, medical malpractice probate law, elder law, wills and trusts, business and tax law, and real estate. His personal injury practice allows him to help people who have been seriously injured or lost a loved one in an accident. Mr. Kurtz has extensive trial experience and works hard to get clients the compensation they deserve. He is admitted to practice in Missouri, Kansas, and before the U.S. Federal Courts. Mr. Kurtz earned his A.B. degree from the University of Missouri in Columbia, his M.A. degree from the University of Pennsylvania, and his J.D. degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Law.

Ms. Longfellow is a civil trial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience in civil litigation. She is admitted to practice in both Missouri and Kansas. Ms. Longfellow regularly defends companies and individuals in lawsuits in state and federal courts, including class action litigation. She also routinely defends employers facing charges of discrimination filed with local, state and federal agencies. Ms. Longfellow’s clients include companies in a variety of different industries, including real estate development, entertainment districts, construction, as well as the retail and service sectors.
In addition to her litigation practice, she regularly trains, counsels, and advises her clients on various employment issues, workplace policies, and compliance with local, state and federal laws. Ms. Longfellow understands the importance of providing practical and preventative advice to assist her clients in assessing and minimizing their risks in a cost-effective and efficient manner. She regularly prepares policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, including non-compete, non-solicitation and confidentiality agreements, as well as severance agreements for her clients. Ms. Longfellow is a frequent speaker on a wide range of employment-related topics both regionally and nationally.

In over 35 years of practice, Mr. Monsees has handled cases in over 20 states. In the past, he worked for law firms specializing in defense of insurance companies and product manufacturers. That experience now helps him understand his opponent, since he restricts his practice to representing victims of wrongdoing. Mr. Monsees is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he attended both undergraduate and law school. A Kansas City, Missouri native, he returned home to practice law upon graduating law school in 1981, where he graduated in the top 10% of his law school class and was awarded the distinction of “Order of the Coif.” In 2011, he was honored to become a member, by invitation, to the American Board of Trial Advocates, the most prestigious organization of trial attorneys in the United States. In 2021, Mr. Monsees was recognized by Missouri Lawyer’s Media, the publisher of the primary legal publication for Missouri attorneys, as an “Icon” of the profession, recognizing his career achievements in the practice of law. A year later, he was similarly honored by the Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association as a “Dean of the Trial Bar.” In 2013, Mr. Monsees published Preparing For a Personal Injury Case, a quick and comprehensive guide to the most commonly asked questions about personal injury cases and what to expect. It continues as a solid reference to the kinds of questions clients can and should ask as they choose an attorney and venture into personal injury litigation.

Mr. Uhrig’s firm focuses on auto and truck crashes, personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, nursing home abuse, and workers’ compensation claims. He is a renowned personal injury attorney with over 24 years of experience in representing clients who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. His unwavering commitment to justice and his compassionate approach to client care have made him a trusted advocate in the legal community. Mr. Uhrig earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri after completing his undergraduate studies also at Mizzou. Early in his career, Mr. Uhrig worked with Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office, where he honed his skills in litigation and victim advocacy. This foundation laid the groundwork for his successful career in personal injury law.

Ms. Abukhodeir was born and raised in Lake Wales, Florida. Following high school, she moved to Tallahassee, Florida, to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a Minor in Arabic and Child Development at Florida State University. Ms. Abukhodeir obtained her Juris Doctor from Florida International University College of Law, where she was on the Dean’s List and earned two CALI Excellence for the Future Awards in Islamic/Sharia Law and Judicial Externship. While in law school, Ms. Abukhodeir worked as a Graduate Assistant to Law Professor Cyra Choudhury and was a judicial intern for the Honorable Marisa Tinkler Mendez, Circuit Court Judge in the Criminal Division of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade, Florida, and the Honorable Maria M. Korvick, Circuit Court Judge in the Probate Division of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade, Florida.

Ms. Cabrera was born and raised in Miami, Florida, has been committed to serving her community from a young age. Starting her legal career at 16, she gained early experience that confirmed her passion for law. Ms. Cabrera earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Florida International University in 2002 and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Miami School of Law in 2005. Licensed to practice law in Florida since 2006, she specializes in Probate and Guardianship, with additional experience in Family and Real Estate Law. Fluent in English and Spanish, she effectively serves a diverse client base. In addition to her legal practice, she previously owned her own firm, showcasing her leadership and entrepreneurial skills. Ms. Cabrera is committed to helping individuals and families navigate complex legal issues, particularly in the areas of probate and guardianship, where her experience and personalized approach make her a trusted advocate for her clients.

Ms. DiLella Freidzon focuses her practice on the administration and litigation pertaining to estates, trusts, and guardianships, in addition to performing estate planning. Born and raised in New Jersey, she relocated to Florida to attend the University of Miami School of Law, graduating cum laude in 2015. Prior to joining FLPFL, Ms. DiLella Freidzon worked as a law clerk and thereafter an associate attorney, practicing in the areas of probate, guardianship, and trusts. Additionally, she was an Assistant State Attorney, prosecuting an array of criminal offenses and trying misdemeanor and felony cases to verdict. She focused much of her time prosecuting violent crimes of domestic violence and has maintained an interest in advocating for vulnerable families in our community. Ms. DiLella Freidzon is admitted to practice in Florida and New Jersey.

Ms. Gross has focused her legal practice on trusts and estates for more than thirty years, which includes the drafting and administration of wills and trusts as well as probate administration. Additionally, she has been serving other law firms as Of Counsel since 2011 where she handles estate planning and administration as well as represents individuals and businesses in connection with integrating estate planning with asset protection plans. Ms. Gross graduated with a B.A. from the Florida International University. She went on to receive her law degree from New York Law School in 1992 and her Masters in Law (LL.M.) in the Heckerling Program in Estate Planning from the University of Miami, School of Law in 1993. Ms. Gross is currently admitted to the New York and Florida bar. Since 2010, she has served as an adjunct professor at Florida Atlantic University where she currently teaches Trusts, Estates and Probate for the Legal Assistant Program. Ms. Gross serves on the many boards for the South Florida Jewish Federation and Trustbridge Hospice Foundation of Broward. She is also a member of the Greater Boca Raton Estate Planning Counsel.

Born, raised, and educated in South Florida, Mr. Leon attended Florida International University where he earned a degree in International Relations from the School of International and Public Affairs. Upon completing his undergraduate studies in 2010, Mr. Leon enrolled in the Florida International University College of Law where, while completing his Juris Doctor, he clerked for the Honorable Maria M. Korvick, the Administrative Judge for the 11th Judicial Circuit Probate Division. He has been involved in the Probate and Guardianship community since before his admission to law school. Upon his graduation and licensing, he continued practicing in the areas of Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship until eventually starting his own law firm to better serve his clients in late 2016. Mr. Leon also served as a Supervising Attorney/Adjunct Professor for the Florida International University College of Law Clinical Program in the areas of Probate, Guardianship, Elder Law, and Special Needs. He is personally involved with all the cases in the firm, from start to finish, and thoroughly discusses each specific need with any prospective client prior to accepting representation.

Ms. Mallol was born in Cuba, and she migrated to the United States at the age of 4 with her parents. She graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science, a major degree in Criminology and a minor degree in Sociology from Barry University in Miami Shores, FL. After graduating college, Ms. Mallol worked closely with the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office as a Victim/Witness Counselor and working there confirmed her desire of attending law school and becoming an attorney. Thereafter, she attended Florida International University College of Law and obtained her Juris Doctorate in 2017. While in law school, Ms. Mallol was a probate law clerk for a solo practitioner, where, with the oversight of an attorney, she worked cases such as estate planning, probate administration, guardianship administration, and trusts and estates litigation. After graduating from law school, Ms. Mallol passed the Florida Bar and began practicing as a Trusts, Estates, and Family attorney. She practices in the areas of Estates, Trusts, Guardianships, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Ms. Mallol is fluent and highly proficient in speaking, reading, and writing English and Spanish.

Mr. Aragon specializes in litigating complex, nationwide class actions on behalf of plaintiffs. Before joining HBSS, he handled initiative, referendum and redistricting matters, including representing the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission in lawsuits related to Arizona’s congressional and legislative redistricting . Mr. Aragon has also represented candidates from all levels of state and federal government and every major hospital in Arizona state. In addition to his private practice , he is committed to pro bono and community service. Mr. Aragon has represented numerous pro bono clients in the areas of rights of publicity, insurance, immigration, family law, and contract law, and served as the chairman of EMPACT-SPC (one of Arizona’s largest behavioral health organizations).

Ms. Mayer is an Advanced Certified Paralegal in Trial Practice and Criminal Litigation with over 30 years’ experience in the legal field. She works for the Yavapai County Public Defender’s Office in Arizona. Ms. Mayer is a member of NALA and serves on NALA’s Professional Development Committee. She enjoys writing articles that relate to the paralegal field and help paralegals obtain information to enrich their professional and personal wellbeing. In her free time, Ms. Mayer enjoys spending time with her husband and son, cooking, volunteering, and watching sports.

Amy McGuigan is a trial and appellate law firm specializing in high-stakes criminal, civil, and regulatory defense and internal investigations. Prior to joining Swanson & McNamara, Ms. McGuigan worked for the Federal Public Defender in the Northern District of California for 15 years where she assisted in several trials including four complex death penalty cases, one of which resulted in an acquittal. She is a certified eDiscovery specialist holding multiple ACEDS eDiscovery Certifications, as well as certifications in CMFF Cellebrite Mobile Forensic Fundamentals, digital forensics, and has over 21 hours of digital forensic training in FTK. Ms. McGuigan is the acting president of San Francisco Paralegal Association, Chair of the SF Bar Paralegal Section, and the Director of the SF Chapter of Women in eDiscovery. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time crafting and hanging out with her four dogs. She will be presenting at the NALA Boston conference in July, on Ethical Considerations in Criminal Law Cases, Text and Smartphone Evidence for Paralegals: How to Identify, Preserve, Collect, and Produce and Assisting at Trial.

Ms. Moss earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from the James Madison University Honors College in 2018. In 2021, she graduated from the Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law with a Juris Doctorate. Ms. Moss joined Attorneys for Freedom in 2020 as a law clerk, where she assisted the firm’s attorneys with criminal cases and postconviction relief matters. In January 2022, she was licensed as an attorney in the State of Arizona and rejoined the firm as a criminal defense attorney. Ms. Moss is proud to have defended clients in state misdemeanor and felony cases, as well as helped clients regain their civil rights in court.

Mr. Sapelli focuses his practice primarily on domestic relations. He offers experience representing clients in all family law-related matters. These include divorce, with or without children, and all issues that may arise in both types of cases. Mr. Sapelli effectively and compassionately advances his clients’ interests in matters involving legal decision-making, parenting time, child support, division of property and debts, spousal maintenance, and other issues. Mr. Sapelli also has experience in complex divorce matters including complex custody and property issues. Aside from divorce matters, his practice also focuses on paternity issues and third-party rights issues, such as grandparents’ rights, step-parents’ rights, and other non-parental rights for children. Giancarlo attended The S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah. In law school, Mr. Sapelli was the assistant to the editor of the Utah Journal of Family Law. He earned a Bachelor’s in Political Science, with a History minor from the University of Arizona. Mr. Sapelli also has a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University, where he graduated with distinction. After an eight-year term of teaching junior high school, Mr. Sapelli’s love for family and children inspired him to work in family law. That same passion continues to inspire him today.

Mr. Turk has thirty years of litigation experience which he uses on behalf of businesses and business owners in commercial litigation, including contract disputes, trade secrets, unfair competition, and other business torts. Whether representing a doctor, a family business, or a large company, he believes in developing relationships and works closely with his clients to achieve their goals. Importantly, Mr. Turk’s experience allows him to help clients explore all their available options and allows him to recognize when traditional litigation will not meet a client’s needs. Mr. Turk has served as a volunteer judge pro tem since 2000. In that capacity, he has presided over more than 15 jury trials, scores of civil, criminal, and juvenile hearings and over a hundred settlement conferences. Mr. Turk brings the experience gained as a pro tem to bear when serving as a neutral in private mediations and arbitrations, providing alternative dispute resolution services in a wide range of matters. He assists parties to resolve disputes arising from torts, professional malpractice, and business disputes, including business “divorce.”

Ms. Erazo is your go-to domestic relations attorney with a flair for blending legal savvy and heartfelt empathy! She earned her Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law, where she not only honed her skills but also was awarded the prestigious Max Rowinsky Trial Advocacy Award. Thanks to Washburn’s innovative Third Year Anywhere Program, Ms. Erazo dived into the legal world headfirst, gaining hands-on experience alongside seasoned pros. She’s all about crafting strategies that not only meet the legal needs of her clients but also resonate with their personal journeys. Ms. Erazo knows that legal issues can stir up a whirlwind of emotions, and she’s here to be your steadfast ally. Her dynamic approach prioritizes your needs, ensuring you feel heard and supported every step of the way. With clear communication and a commitment to transparency, she builds trust that turns daunting legal battles into empowering journeys.

Brewster Mahoney Smits, P.C., is a Denver-based law firm specializing in complex family law matters. Ms. Fletcher has worked primarily in family law since 2014 and has extensive experience both in and out of the courtroom. She is a collaboratively trained attorney who strives to achieve holistic settlements that allow clients to move forward with their life in confidence. Ms. Fletcher provides individual representation for both litigation and collaborative clients in addition to mediation, arbitration, and PC/DM services. She received her J.D. from the University of Denver and her B.A. from Dartmouth College.

Ms. Harris obtained her paralegal certificate after completing the Legal Studies Program at Illinois State University. After working as a family law paralegal for seven years in Illinois, she moved to Colorado Springs with her spouse, Brian, and joined the Law Office of Greg Quimby, P.C. in May 2019. Although she appreciates her Midwestern roots, she is thrilled to have accomplished her long-term dream of living west of the Mississippi near the mountains. Ms. Harris took the Oath of Admission to practice law as a Licensed Legal Paraprofessional with the first cohort in Colorado in July 2024. She is also an Advanced Certified Paralegal in Dissolution Case Management and Division of Property & Spousal Support through the National Association of Legal Assistants.

An award-winning litigator and crisis communications strategist, Ms. Peck is licensed to practice law before all Colorado state courts, the Federal District Court of Colorado, the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals and before the U.S. Supreme Court. At the core of her practice is protecting the rights and interests of children and parents. To date, she has represented clients in more than 200 contested litigation matters before family courts and juvenile courts across Colorado. She regularly handles adjudication of emergency custody motions and domestic abuse protection (restraining) orders, where allegations can and often do implicate serious family violence, substance abuse, child sex abuse, mental illness and parental incapacitation, and much more. Ms. Peck represents the rights of the accused, as well as the rights of victims. Outside court, she is a certified family law mediator, where she champions amicable resolution of divorce, civil union, common law, and custody cases whenever reasonably possible. In this capacity, clients benefit from her advanced training in financial forecasting and her sustained interest in forensic evaluation of business records and financial disclosures. In addition to family and juvenile law, she also represents children and parents in educational hearings and before school boards on questions concerning disability protections (IDEA/504/IEP/ADA), delinquency, and emergency accommodation requests tied to mental health/medical emergencies.

Ms. Randall is a domestic relations attorney and child expert. Her career has been marked by a blend of advocacy, strategic leadership, dedication to legal education, and community service which demonstrates her deep commitment to excellence in legal practice and servant leadership. Ms. Randall’s trial experience is extensive, basic dissolutions to multi-million-dollar estates, high conflict and domestic violence matters, international law issues, and Federal Indian Law. She has served the families of Colorado for over ten years as a Child and Family Investigator. Beginning her journey as an intern for Colorado Legal Services and then as a law clerk for the Denver District Court, Ms. Randall swiftly ascended to significant roles, including CEO of a well-known Colorado firm. Her academic foundation includes a Juris Doctor from Washburn University School of Law with a certificate in Family Law, a Bachelor of Arts from Milligan University, and an associate degree in Paralegal Studies. A notable aspect of Ms. Randall’s career is her ongoing involvement in Continuing Legal Education presentations on various topics including family law basic skills, child/therapist-patient privilege, domestic violence, protection orders, and child and family investigations. Her community engagement includes participation in various non-profit community boards reflecting her dedication to societal betterment and equal access to justice. Currently, Ms. Randall serves as a board member on the Meador’s Masters Foundation, The Javonte Williams Foundation, and she is the Chair of The El Paso County Justice Center.

Ms. Ankers has been a practicing attorney since 1992, licensed in North Dakota and Minnesota. She keeps offices in Fargo and Wishek, North Dakota. Ms. Ankers trained as an arbitrator with AAML in 2020. Using her arbitration skills has been an asset in her work as a parenting coordinator and parenting time expeditor. In addition to providing collaborative and mediation services for family law cases, she represents clients in custody matters, child support, divorce, paternal rights, adoptions and guardianships. She also conducts custody investigations and provides guardian ad litem services. She has experience in complex family law matters. Ms. Ankers is a member of the Cass County Bar, Clay County Bar, State Bar Associations of North Dakota and Minnesota, as well as the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. She has been named a Great Plains Super Lawyer and been a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers since 2011. In 2015 she became certified as a Family Law Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Ms. Ankers has presented in seminars for the North Dakota Supreme Court, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, National Business Institute, and State Bar Association of North Dakota. She earned her B.A. degree from Hamline University, St. Paul, Minnesota (1989) and her J.D. degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law (1992). Ms. Ankers lives near Argusville, North Dakota in their rural home, with her husband, horses, dog and various barn cats.

Ms. Einarson has a wide variety of legal experience but mainly focuses her practice on divorce & other family court issues. She is a seasoned litigator, having represented clients in complex family litigation for over 30 years. Ms. Einarson has significant experience helping farmers and other business owners through the divorce process. She has helped thousands of clients through divorce, custody matters and premarital planning. Ms. Einarson’s undergraduate background is in Psychology and Education. She loves teaching her clients about the process and helping them come up with creative solutions. Ms. Einarson has also been a certified mediator since 1989, and is certified in Collaborative Law as an attorney and Divorce Coach. She has served as a prosecutor and was the Grafton Municipal Judge from 2008-2024. Ms. Einarson began practicing with Fleming, DuBois and Trenbeath in Cavalier, ND. She founded Einarson & Gaustad, PLLP in 1996 which became Einarson Law Office, PC in 2000. Darcie has served the northern valley for over 30 years. Ms. Einarson is licensed in ND, MN and Arizona. Einarson was the President of the State Bar Association of ND in 2017-2018. She is also a Past President of the ND Family Lawyers Section. Ms. Einarson (Seboe) grew up in Park River, North Dakota and obtained her college and law school education at the University of North Dakota. She calls Grafton home but has a large service area and often travels as much as two hours away for court appearances. Ms. Einarson has also experienced divorce after a long-term marriage. She has two grown children; Sydney is a shareholder and practices law with her. Landen is an infantryman and team leader in the 82nd Airborne Division. Ms. Einarson loves to golf, spend time on the water, cook and travel. She’s an avid UND fan and enjoys being a “fun Nana” to her grandchildren.

Ms. Jablonski Jahner has spent more than a decade providing professional legal services to lower income clients and those who would otherwise not be able to afford to hire an attorney. A native of the Bismarck-Mandan community, She earned a bachelor’s degree from Minot State University and continued on to the University of North Dakota’s School of Law to earn her law degree. With her credentials secured, Ms. Jablonski Jahner began her legal career at Legal Services of North Dakota, a non-profit organization that provides legal services to low income and elderly North Dakotans. Serving those in greatest need has been her mission since day one.

Mr. Lamb is a graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Law. He is a 20-year Army veteran and retired Major. Mr. Lamb left active-duty service to attend the UND Law School. He has served as a private practice attorney since 2010, appearing in front of the North Dakota Supreme Court for a number of cases.

Ms. Ulloa initially joined the firm as a law clerk in 2022 and is now an associate attorney in the Family Law department at SW&L Attorneys. She is dedicated to helping clients primarily with domestic matters such as custody, visitation, divorce, and contempt. Priscila is fluent in Spanish and has experience assisting individuals who speak little to no English. After her first year of law school, Ms. Ulloa was a summer judicial extern in Bismarck at the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota. She worked in the chambers of Judge Daniel L. Hovland, Judge Daniel M. Traynor, and Magistrate Judge Clare R. Hochhalter. By her second year, Ms. Ulloa interned at a family law firm in Grand Forks, where she worked for a year and a half until her graduation in May of 2022. She was admitted to practice in North Dakota in 2023.

Ms. DeLauriea has been in the legal field for over 35 years. Her legal career started in Chicago, Illinois. Ms. DeLauriea worked in Litigation, Family Law, Intellectual Property (patents and trademarks) and criminal, as well as attorney recruitment and summer associate programs. She moved to Fairbanks, Alaska and continued her career in the legal field. Law firms are smaller than in Chicago, but that did not stop her from furthering her career. Ms. DeLauriea learned more about the Administration of a law firm, intake of new clients, billing, payroll, and hiring new employees. She  attended the University of Alaska Fairbanks and earned a Paralegal degree. Ms. DeLauriea began teaching in the Paralegal Studies program in 2017 and has enjoyed sharing her knowledge and experience with the students. She currently works in a Law firm that handles Worker’s Compensation, Family Law, Probate, and Personal Injury. Ms. DeLauriea greatest accomplishment was getting her Paralegal Degree. Being able to share her knowledge with other paralegals and learning from other paralegals makes her adventure in the legal field more exciting.

Alaska, born and raised, Ms. Lee has spent over ten years working as a paralegal at both in-house and remote firms within various areas of law. She has a great track record of working remotely and operates from a fully equipped home office. Ms. Lee has a B.S. in Paralegal Studies from Liberty University and an A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies from the University of Alaska Anchorage. Throughout her schooling, she remained on the Dean’s List and graduated with Honors. She has worked in various areas of law, including transactional law, corporate law, real estate law, family law, education law, and criminal law. Ms. Lee has also worked in these various areas of law in multiple states, to include Alaska, California, Georgia, North Carolina, and Utah. From the spark of an idea to the realization of a dream, the journey of Remote Paralegal Solutions, LLC began. After her many years in the legal industry, a single moment of inspiration and a fierce determination to succeed allowed her to embark on her own entrepreneurial journey. At Remote Paralegal Solutions, LLC, Ms. Lee and her team specialize in all aspects of the legal process for family law, corporate law, transactional law, probate, estate planning, and real estate. Their many offerings include, but are not limited to, revising, finalizing, and filing prepared documents, drafting documents, performing legal research, and forming companies according to local, state, and federal laws. When she is not working, you will find her spending time with her husband and two children. She loves being outdoors, and enjoys going camping, hiking, kayaking, hunting and fishing. Ms. Lee simply enjoys spending time with her family, making countless memories.

Michael Rose is lifelong resident of Anchorage, receiving his undergraduate at UAA, where he led its accomplished Speech and Debate Team to victories across the U.S., including a national championship, and internationally. From the early years of his practice, Mr. Rose has litigated cases throughout Alaska, most notably as part of a trial team that won a $51.3 million verdict in a business litigation case. He maintains a varied civil litigation and trial practice, and has litigated cases in both federal and state court in Alaska, including arguing in front of the Alaska Supreme Court. In 2016, Mr. Rose was awarded UAA’s prestigious “Emerging Leader” Alumni of Distinction Award.

Ms. Waters graduated from the University of Montana with a Bachelor’s in English and History in 1995 and an Associate of Applied Science in Legal Assisting in 1998. In 2020, she earned a Masters of Education in Online Innovation and Design from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. She was employed as a paralegal with a private law firm in Fairbanks, Alaska, for 15 years, where she specialized in civil litigation, family law, workers’ compensation and collections. Ms. Waters earned the Certified Paralegal (CP®) credential in 2005 and the Advanced Paralegal Certification (ACP®) in Discovery in 2007. In 2015, she was appointed program coordinator and faculty for UAF’s Community &Technical College Paralegal Studies program. She teaches Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Ethics for Paralegals, Civil Procedure, Torts, Family Law, Constitutional Law and Advanced Legal Writing. Ms. Waters has served various roles in NALA-The Paralegal Association since 2010, including the Continuing Education Council, regional director, ACP taskforce and school relations taskforce. She also serves as a regional director for the American Association for Paralegal Education.

Mr. Baez is a highly experienced trial lawyer offering a strong track record of courtroom success. He practices in the areas of family law, criminal law, and personal injury. Mr. Baez understands the difficult challenges and stressors when faced with criminal charges, a divorce or separation, or an injury. Mr. Baez is a compassionate advisor for each and every one of his clients. He offers exceptional communication during every step of the legal process and works hard to achieve commonsense solutions. Mr. Baez is ready to be your dedicated advocate so you can have confidence and peace of mind knowing your legal troubles are safe in his capable hands. He has served as a Guardian Ad Litem for children and incapacitated adults. Mr. Baez’s experience as a Guardian Ad Litem is invaluable as he advocates for his clients with custody and visitation legal issues. He has successfully litigated cases in Virginia’s General District Courts, the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts, and the Circuit Courts. Mr. Baez has also appeared before the Virginia Court of Appeals and the Virginia Supreme Court. He was born and raised in Holbrook, Long Island, New York. Mr. Baez is a graduate of McGill University and the Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law. During law school, he was an editor on Penn State Law’s Yearbook on Arbitration and Mediation and he was actively involved with his school’s trial advocacy team. Two of Mr. Baez’s scholarly articles were published during his second year of law school. He also worked for the New York State Supreme Court Appellate Division, First Judicial Department, and the New York City Comptroller’s Office during his time at Penn State Law.

As a bilingual certified paralegal from Puerto Rico, Mr. Figueroa helps both English and Spanish speaking clients. He manages the office as well as provides assistance in discovery, scheduling, case filings, and research. Mr. Figueroa also helps coordinate Hague family matters. He cares deeply about working in an efficient manner and making sure that legal services and accessibility are available at reasonable costs. Many clients have noted his patience, easy manner, and pleasant demeanor.

Mr. Mims, at 33 years old, brings over seven years of dedicated experience to the legal field, with a passion for family law that spans more than three years. His unique blend of legal expertise and a background in technology and mathematics enriches his approach to complex cases, allowing him to find innovative solutions and provide exceptional support to clients. Outside the courtroom, Mr. Mims enjoys immersing himself in the world of video games, indulging in the latest shows and movies, and pursuing self-development. His diverse interests reflect his commitment to continuous growth and his ability to adapt to various challenges in both his personal and professional life. Mr. Mims is a paralegal who thrives on the intersection of law, technology, and a genuine desire to help families navigate the complexities of the legal system.

Mr. Suits has been a practicing attorney for 20 years and focuses his practice on representing individuals who have been severely injured in a wide range of accidents. He also serves as a Mediator for the Civil Early Settlement Conference Program for the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Before starting his own firm in 2012, Mr. Suits worked as an Attorney for Robinson and Wood, Inc. and Tharpe and Howell, LLP. He also served as a Law Clerk for the Civil Liability Division of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. Mr. Suits obtained his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1997. He subsequently obtained his law degree from the University of Southern California Law School in 2003. Mr. Suits is a member of the State Bar of California.

Ms. Barrios is a member of the Business Litigation practice group and focuses her practice on healthcare provider defense in medical liability cases. Prior to moving to Hawaii, she worked for a full-service law firm in Los Angeles where she handled a variety of civil litigation matters involving insurance defense, premises liability, products liability and breach of contract. Ms. Barrios has experience in all aspects of litigation from pre-litigation investigation through trial and post-trial motions practice. She earned her B.A. degree from Life Pacific University and her J.D. degree, magna cum laude, from Southwestern Law School.

Mr. Kido concentrates his practice in the area of civil litigation, aviation, legal malpractice, Environmental law, and premises liability in both state and federal courts. Prior to joining Goodsill, He worked as a litigation associate at another Honolulu law firm. Mr. Kido received his J.D. from the University of Hawai’i, William S. Richardson School of Law. While there he served as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable Karen T. Nakasone of the First Circuit Court of Hawai’i and was an intern for a law firm in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in patent and trademark law. He was also a member of Richardson’s Native American Moot Court team where he honed his courtroom skills. Before entering the legal field, Mr. Kido received his B.S. in Accounting with a minor in Economics from the University of Redlands and worked as a forensic accountant for four years at CBIZ MHM, LLC in Los Angeles, California.

Ms. Macanas was born in Spokane, Washington and raised in the Yakima Valley. Upon graduating from high school, she attended college at Utah Valley University (formerly known as Utah Valley State University) where she co-taught first year college students alongside a college professor. Ms. Macanas obtained an Associates in Arts degree along with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education, minoring in early childhood education. While teaching fourth grade, she was called to be an assistant administrator (acting elementary principal when the principal was out of the building) and obtained a Master’s degree in Education as well as an administrative credential (K-12 certified). After twelve years working in the elementary schools, ten of those years working as an elementary vice principal, Ms. Macanas and her family moved to Kailua, Hawaii and began a new career as an office manager/paralegal at a law firm in Honolulu, Hawaii. She has been an office manager/paralegal for fifteen-years and is in her seventh year, currently teaching full-time at Kapiolani Community College in the paralegal department.

Ms. Richelieu is the former Chief Disciplinary Counsel for many years. She also was with the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division and Real Estate Commission and a per diem hearings officer for the State Departments of Labor and Land and Natural Resources while simultaneously serving as a legal ethics expert, consultant, and instructor. Ms. Richelieu has made numerous presentations on legal ethics, client protection, practice management, and professionalism, as well as authoring many articles and contributing to numerous manuals. She has served as a Supreme Court appointee to the Chief Justice’s National Action Plan (producing the first one in the nation), the Committee to Review the Code of Judicial Conduct, the Committee on the Certification of Legal Specialists, and the Committee on Unbundling Legal Services/ Unauthorized Practice of Law. Ms. Richelieu continues to serve on the Board of Examiners in various capacities and the Commission on Professionalism. She is a fellow of the American Bar Foundation and a member of the American Bar Association Center for Professional Responsibility, American Bar Association (where she held a number of positions), and Hawaii State Bar Association (on which she has served on many committees).

Mr. Torrente is a graduate of St. Thomas University College of Law. During his time at STU Law, he served as a volunteer Intern to Circuit Judge N. Hunter Davis of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit of Florida and as an Intern to General Magistrate Judge Steven Lieberman of the Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida. Mr. Torrente was ranked #1 in his class for Florida Civil Practice and Legal Methods and Essay Writing. Before entering Law School, He attended St. Thomas University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and obtained a B.A. in Criminal Justice. In addition, he was inducted into the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma, and a member of the Criminal Justice Club. He is also a proud graduate of Belen Jesuit Preparatory School, Class of ’16, and St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic School in Miami, Florida. Mr. Torrente has great passion for justice and respect for human dignity and provides his clients with the utmost representation of their legal rights.

Ms. Vacciana is a fierce advocate for her clients in the courtroom and within the community. As an immigrant from the UK, with Jamaican roots, her background fuels the dedication she has to her diverse community. This passion has lead her to serving in several leadership positions and nonprofits such as the Florida Bar Foundation, Florida Legal Services, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Caribbean Americas Soccer Association Inc., and Gang Alternatives: Project Renew. She is a proud Floridian and attended Florida Atlantic University where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and graduated Cum Laude from the University of Florida for her J.D. From there, she was awarded the prestigious Equal Justice Works Fellowship. In conjunction with the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, she developed a program that assisted immigrant victims of domestic violence to gain restraining orders, legal status in the U.S., and a myriad of other legal issues. Additionally, she is also currently a law professor at Florida Atlantic University. In 2012, Ms. Vacciana proudly opened the doors to her own law firm, Trial Lawyers of Florida. The firm brilliantly advocates cases in criminal defense, personal injury, probate, and family law practice areas.

Ms. Kay assists Florida’s families in the Tampa Bay area as a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law and Appellate Mediator and a Collaborative Family Law Attorney through her firm Kay Family Law PLLC in Tampa. She assists solo and small firms providing contract research, writing, and consulting services. Speaking, writing, and consulting on family law matters, particularly ones involving persons with disabilities or special needs, are among Ms. Kay’s passions. Leadership is among her strengths. Of note, Ms. Kay was 2023-2024 Chair of The Family Law Section of The Florida Bar during their 50th anniversary year, 2017-2018 President of the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers, President of the Hillsborough County Bar Association Leadership Institute Class of 2013, and Co-Chair r of the 2013 and 2014 Hillsborough County Bar Association 5k Pro Bono River Run Committee.

Ms. Kopp has been the managing attorney of multiple PIP departments at several prominent law firms in Palm Beach County, running both the prelitigation and litigation departments. As Managing PIP attorney at this firm, she and her team have represented prominent hospitals, orthopedics, chiropractors, urgent care facilities, radiologists, and physical therapists throughout the State of Florida in the recovery of unpaid PIP claims, resulting in millions of dollars being recovered in judgments and settlements against insurance companies. Ms. Kopp’s involvement in litigating PIP claims has resulted in creating leading Case Law in the area of PIP. Her knowledge and expertise in complicated PIP issues has been published under Florida Law Weekly to be relied upon and followed when applying the PIP law. Ms. Kopp was the first attorney in Florida to create case law on a specific topic in PIP, and led a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) hosted by Palm Beach County Bar on the topic of, “Navigating Billing Issues Involved in PIP Claims.” She continues to focus on teaching attorneys who represent both Plaintiffs and Defendants on how to properly calculate the amount owed in reimbursement of PIP bills and how to properly adjust the remaining balances on bills. Graduating from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law at the top 5% of her graduating class, Ms. Kopp was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2009. She first served as a Judicial Clerk for Judge Peter Evan in the 15th Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County, Florida, before specializing in the areas of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation and first party litigation. Ms. Kopp is a member of the Palm Beach County Justice Association, and the Palm Beach County Bar Association.

Mr. Ricci was born and raised in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He is a graduate of The Benjamin School (1997), Georgetown College (2001), and Georgetown University Law Center (2006). Since joining the firm in 2008, Mr. Ricci has successfully tried numerous personal injury and wrongful death cases to verdict and obtained significant settlements on behalf of his clients. He has advocated for his clients in complicated cases involving product defects, medical malpractice, automobile negligence, and premises liability. Mr. Ricci is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer. Board certified lawyers have met The Florida Bar’s highest standards for special knowledge, skills and proficiency in various areas of law and professionalism and ethics in the practice of law. Before attending law school, he worked in Washington, D.C. as an auto safety policy analyst at Public Citizen, the nation’s oldest and largest non-profit consumer advocacy organization. While working for Public Citizen, he worked to strengthen federal motor vehicle safety standards and other consumer protection laws. Mr. Ricci is admitted to practice in the Northern, Middle, and Southern Federal District Courts in Florida. He is a member of The Florida Bar, Palm Beach County Bar Association, Palm Beach County Justice Association, Florida Justice Association, American Association for Justice, and Attorneys Information Exchange Group. Mr. Ricci is an emeritus member of the Craig S. Barnard Inns of Court. He has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© from 2012 through the present.

Mr. Adamson has been providing full-service plaintiff’s counsel to clients who have suffered personal injuries since 2001. His consistent focus on high-quality service and top-notch representation has brought about significant results for their clients. In 2015, a jury returned a $72 million verdict for a client who was injured in a dog attack, and in 2018, he achieved a $30 million judgment in a case involving a tractor-trailer explosion. In addition, Mr. Adamson’s cases have resulted in numerous six-figure and seven-figure verdicts and settlements.” He is also a registered arbitrator and mediator with extensive experience handling contract negotiations for a variety of professional services, including athletic contracts. Mr. Adamson earned his undergraduate degree from LaGrange College, his MBA from Lynchburg College, and his J.D. degree from Samford University Cumberland School of Law.

Ms. Monsewicz is proud to be a trial lawyer and has dedicated her career to representing her clients with passion and determination. Like the rest of the Tobin Injury Law team, She sees clients as people; not a case number. Armed with knowledge of the industry, she analyzes cases with the goal to get clients the best possible result. If a case should settle, Ms. Monsewicz will work to resolve the case as quickly as possible. Before joining Tobin Injury Law, she practiced with a well-respected insurance defense firm in Atlanta, where she defended various personal injury cases, including automobile crashes, truck crashes, and high-exposure insurance coverage disputes. She uses her insider’s knowledge of the insurance law industry to now advocate for deserving families. Ms. Monsewicz earned her B.A. degree, summa cum laude, from Marshall University and her J.D. degree from Emory University School of Law.

Mr. Newcomb is a seasoned litigator specializing in professional liability. For the majority of his career, he has handled complex matters arising from allegations of negligent and intentional misconduct by attorneys, accountants, trustees, dentists, real estate agents, insurance agents, and other professionals. He has successfully tried cases involving claims for legal malpractice, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, defamation, and fraud. Mr. Newcomb has regularly represented attorneys, accountants, and real estate agents in connection with investigations by professional review boards and agencies. He is often retained before litigation to assess and control his clients’ exposure to potential legal risks and assist with the development of internal risk management policies and procedures. Mr. Newcomb also has significant experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases, asset purchase agreements, nondisclosure agreements, restrictive covenants, employment agreements, buy- and sell-side access letters, and other transactional documents. He is a rare native of Metro Atlanta. Before returning to Georgia, he worked for several prominent and well-respected defense firms in Florida and New York. Mr. Newcomb has been recognized as a SuperLawyer® and Best Lawyer in America® numerous times by his peers. He frequently lectures on litigation techniques at Georgia State University School of Law. In 2014, Mr. Newcomb was one of 25 attorneys in the United States selected to the American Bar Association’s TIPS Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy’s stated mission is to serve the public by providing participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead the legal profession as well as the general community. He served on various ABA/TIPS task forces and committees over the years. Mr. Newcomb is a member of the Georgia and Florida Bars and is admitted to practice in state and federal trial and appellate courts.

Mr. Thomas is a Savannah native who graduated from Mercer University School of Law in 2004. Upon graduation, he was inducted into the Order of the Barristers, which is a national honorary organization recognizing those who have excelled in advocacy and service. He returned to his hometown of Savannah where he was practiced law since 2004. Over his 18 years of experience, he has worked at two well respected plaintiff’s law firms in Savannah and most recently launched his own firm representing plaintiffs throughout Georgia. Mr. Thomas has received numerous recognitions during his professional career including an AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer rating given to attorneys for their professional excellence, legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers. Additionally, Mr. Thomas has been recognized as a Super Lawyer by Georgia Super Lawyers, a Rising Star by Georgia Super Lawyers and named as a Top 25 Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers.

Mr. Tobin in 2019 after having won headline verdicts and settlements that for years–including a $150 million dollar jury verdict–he formed Tobin Injury Law dedicated exclusively to pursuing justice for injured victims. Some of His more notable wins include winning in 2022 a hard-fought two-week jury trial in federal court that resulted in a $100 million dollar jury verdict. That landmark verdict is one of the, if not the, largest verdicts ever recorded in United States history for a civil rights violation. Also in 2022, he set a record for securing the highest settlement amount ever reached in a rural Georgia county. In 2023 after three years of legal battle, he settled just before trial a disputed liability wrongful death trucking case for $22.7 million dollars. Finally, in 2024 he won a $1.6 million jury trial verdict which set the record for the largest jury verdict in Georgia history for a bicycle-on-bicycle accident. Mr. Tobin is regularly honored as one of the top lawyers in the country and named a “Super Lawyer” by Super Lawyers Magazine and Atlanta Magazine. He has also been recognized as one of the State’s “Legal Elite” by Georgia Trend Magazine, and Georgia Trend Magazine previously named me Georgia’s most popular personal injury attorney. At 35, Mr. Tobin was selected by the Daily Report as one of Georgia’s “On the Rise”, one of only 20 lawyers in Georgia to receive the honor. He holds an AV Preeminent Peer Rating as well as an AV Preeminent Judicial Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and U.S. News & World Report lists him in the “Best Lawyers” category. Mr. Tobin earned his B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia and his J.D. degree from the University of Georgia School of Law.