Olympia Heights Lawyers

Frank Vasallo graduated from Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts with a bachelor’s degree in Jazz Composition. He then went on to graduate from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law where he was a member of the NSU Trial Association and participated in the Trial Advocacy Summer Institute. Frank was named to the Dean’s List for his academic achievement and received the Pro Bono Honor Program Bronze Award. While in law school, Frank worked at Thompson Legal, P.A. and as a law clerk at the 11th Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade County. Frank’s areas of practice include Business...

Ryan is an experienced trial attorney who has practiced extensively in Washington State’s Federal and State Courts. Ryan has successfully tried more than 130 civil cases in Washington superior courts. Prior to joining Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A., Ryan was an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Washington. As an Assistant Attorney General, Ryan represented Washington’s hospitals and Washington’s Special Commitment Center. As an Assistant Attorney General, Ryan worked extensively with victims of violent crime as well as with Washington’s medical and mental health workers. Ryan is also a veteran with the United States armed forces. Prior to becoming a lawyer,...

Ashley E. Wentz is a litigation attorney handling passenger personal injury and crewmember cases. Ashley received her law degree from the University of Baltimore School of Law. After graduating law school, Ashley practiced in the areas of family law and personal injury. Ashley handled numerous trials while practicing family law in Maryland ranging from custody, visitation, and child support disputes. After moving to Georgia, Ashley practiced in the field of personal injury, successfully resolving numerous personal injury cases. Upon relocating to Miami, Ashley found an interest in practicing Maritime law and has been practicing in this field for the past two...

Jessica C. Portalatín brings a dynamic approach to business law, specializing in Corporate, Trademark, and Contract matters. Through her firm, Portalatin Business Law Firm, she works alongside rapidly expanding companies—spanning both U.S. and international markets—to navigate brand development and operational growth within the United States. Her practice centers on developing comprehensive legal strategies that safeguard intellectual property, maintain regulatory compliance, and establish foundations for sustained business growth. Named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2022-2025, placing her within the top 2.5% of Florida attorneys, Jessica heads a diverse, multilingual legal team committed to supporting entrepreneurial ventures. The firm serves as a...

Kevin Niser earned his undergraduate degree from Florida International University in Miami, Florida, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Minor in International Relations. He attended law school at St. Thomas University School of Law in Miami, FL. While in law school, Kevin earned the St. Thomas University School of Law Pro Bono Commendation and received a Cali award recipient for Admiralty Law and Seminar: Selected Topics in Criminal law and Criminal Procedure. Kevin made the dean list for three semesters. After graduating from law school, Kevin has practiced in state courts throughout Florida specializing in First...

I represent clients in a broad range of business litigation matters in the state and federal courts. I have experience representing clients in disputes involving contracts, business torts, real estate, probate and estate matters, and government-in-the sunshine matters. My experience in the business world before becoming a lawyer gives me a unique perspective to resolve business disputes while keeping in mind my clients’ overarching business objectives.

Patrick B. North is originally from Tampa, Florida where he graduated from Tampa Jesuit High School. He graduated college from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida where he played on the 1988 National Championship Baseball Team. In 1992 he graduated from St. Thomas University School of Law. He began his career at Salomon, Kanner, Damian & Rodriguez after graduating law school where he worked on complex commercial transactions and litigation. He later joined the insurance defense firm of Ligman, Martin & Evans in Coral Gables, Florida. In 1999, he joined forces with Jack Woodard to form Woodard & North. Pat...

Attorney Durre is a Miami probate lawyer who has dealt with all kinds of probate situations and who is ready to assist you today. Come to the law firm of Susan E. Durre immediately and secure her representation. She received her Juris Doctorate at the University of Miami School of Law at Coral Gables, after earning her undergraduate degree at the University of Florida at Gainesville. She has been admitted to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the Florida State Bar, and the United States Supreme Court. She previously served as Chairman for the Probate...

I am a licensed attorney based in Florida, focusing on mass tort litigation in federal court. My practice is dedicated to helping individuals hold powerful corporations accountable and fight for the justice they deserve. I have experience handling complex claims involving defective products and harmful exposures, including cases such as Camp Lejeune water contamination, Philips CPAP devices, NEC infant formula, Depo-Provera, and Paraquat. I believe in standing up for people whose voices may otherwise go unheard, and I am committed to guiding my clients through challenging legal battles with integrity, compassion, and determination.

Claudia is a founding partner at Reyes, Reves & Betancourt, PLLC, a boutique law firm based in Miami, Florida. She focuses her practice on real estate, property, and business law, offering bilingual legal services to clients across South Florida. Before becoming an attorney, Claudia worked as a licensed realtor and brings years of hands-on experience in real estate transactions. She is passionate about empowering her community through education, advocacy, and strategic legal guidance.

Carmen Gallardo has dedicated her legal career to meet her client’s needs. She is well known among her clients and peers for providing creative solutions to difficult immigration law problems. Ms. Gallardo devotes her practice and legal knowledge in, Family Law, Immigration and Civil litigation, just to name a few. She is devoted to her clients by finding a well-organized, cost-effective and comprehensive solution in complex legal matters. Through her experience, Ms. Gallardo has developed an extensive knowledge of immigration law. She serves all immigrant communities and understands the needs of immigrants. As an immigration lawyer,...

David L. Ross attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate program, receiving a B.S. in Journalism and Communications in 1997. Mr. Ross then attended law school with Mr. Falk at St. Thomas University, in Miami, Florida, based on scholarship considerations. He received his Juris Doctorate degree in 2000, and began active practice in Falk and Ross, P.A. as its CFO in 2007. Mr. Ross has extensive experience in the criminal field, having successfully defended multiple Misdemeanor as well as Felony DUI cases, in addition to other misdemeanors and serious felonies. Mr. Ross has also successfully handled and...

Mr. Russell passed the Florida Bar in 2016, and began his career in Maritime Personal Injury Defense work. Mr. Russell joined the Law offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A. in 2018. Mr. Russell handles his own case load and is closely supervised by Clifford Mermell and David Pacheco, who have over 46 years of combined experience in handling Defense Base Act and Longshore cases. Mr. Russell has also quickly accelerated his learning curve and is proficient in new client intakes, informal conferences, the discovery process, settlement evaluations, and demands, and general handling of all aspects of a DBA...

STEVEN M. FALK is a civil trial lawyer who has practiced law in Florida since 1968. He has spent the last 42 years helping clients fight the insurance companies. Mr. Falk has and will never represent an insurance company. He received his undergraduate and his Juris Doctor degrees from the University of Miami. He is a member of the Florida Justice Association; Association of Trial Lawyers of America; American Arbitration Association; the Dade County Bar Association; and the Florida Bar. He has been named to Strathsmore’s Who’s-Who.

Jose was born in Havana Cuba and he has been a resident of the Miami metropolitan area since 1974. He attended Barry University and Nova University school of Law. He graduated with his doctor’s degree in 1991. In 1991 Jose founded The Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco, P.A. The Law Offices of Jose M. Francisco, P.A. handles all types of personal injury, product liability, insurance coverage, and consumer cases. Personal injury cases handled by the firm include automobile accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, workers compensation, medical malpractice, and insurance matters.

My primary areas of practice for over 22 years has been in family law and probate. I have been court-appointed as Guardian Ad Litem numerous times in high conflict custody disputes. I have also been appointed by the Court as Intermediary in locating birth families to explore the feasibility of reconnecting with the adult adoptees.

Ramon O. Crego is an attorney at the Miami office of Rubenstein Law. Focusing his practice exclusively on personal injury and wrongful death litigation, he provides advice and counsel to clients throughout Florida. Admitted to practice before all Florida state courts since 2011, Mr. Crego is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and Texas.

The clients that Mr. Crego represents are people who have been harmed both economically and non-economically as a result of the negligence or recklessness of other parties. His cases in this regard have included truck, motorcycle and other...

The Law Office of Yolanda M. Mendoza, or YM Law for short, prides itself on being able to offer a big law firm experience in a boutique law firm setting. You will have the advantage of having just one attorney dedicated to your case, ensuring a full grasp of the case while working on it with precision. Here at YM Law, we understand that choosing an immigration lawyer is a vital decision since you will be choosing someone to protect your interest. We do not take this responsibility lightly. Your case was selected because of your unique details, which means that...

Mr. Albert Perez is an experienced Immigration Attorney (Abogado de Inmigracion) with over 15 years of experience handling complex Immigration matters. Mr. Perez has litigated numerous Immigration Cases throughout the United States and has successfully appealed matters before the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Perez is the principal of The Law Offices of Albert J. Perez, P.A. since 2008 and has focused 100% of his practice on Immigration Law. Mr. Perez is fluent in Spanish and takes pride in his exceptional ability to explain the complex immigration laws to his clients making them feel more comfortable with...