Michael A. Kelly: Standing Up for What’s Right

Michael A. Kelly is a shareholder with Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger in San Francisco. AALM: What led you to pursue a career in personal injury law? MK: I clerked for the Walkup firm all three years during law school. I was inspired by the life-changing impact lawyers had in optimizing the lives of clients […]
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George Telquist: Making a Difference in the Courtroom & Beyond

Raised by two hard working parents, Washington native and personal injury attorney George Telquist brings his strong work ethic and his desire to make a “meaningful difference in people’s lives” to the benefit of his clients. AALM: What drew you to plaintiff’s personal injury work? GT: When I began my legal career, I joined a […]
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Zachary Ballin: Helping Put Lives Back Together

Massachusetts personal injury attorney Zachary Ballin continues the legacy of seeking justice for his clients – particularly first responders – that his father established with their firm. AALM: What about your father’s practice inspired you to pursue a career in law? ZB: It was clear to me from a young age that going into personal […]
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Jesse Soffer: It’s About People’s Lives

Miami lawyer Jesse Soffer found his calling for personal injury law – the ability to be a voice for someone who’s been hurt – as soon as he entered law school. Since, he’s spent his career fighting for fairness and accountability. AALM: How is your career different today than you envisioned it in law school? […]
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Alina Fernandez: Real-World Problem Solving

AALM: When did you first know you wanted to become an attorney? AF: I’ve wanted to be an attorney for as long as I can remember. Much to my parents’ delight, I turned every conversation into a mini trial, always questioning, needing a solid answer to my endless “whys,” and debating. I would argue over […]
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Paula Preziosi Brice: Building a Framework

AALM: What experiences led you to pursue a career in the law? PPB: Since I was a child, I always knew I wanted to practice law. Growing up as the youngest of seven children, I learned how to navigate conflict, speak up for myself, and hold my own. This laid the foundation for my interest […]
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Corinne Hodak: Seeking Justice Beyond Her Clients

AALM: How did your experiences as a nurse lead you to pursue a legal career? CH: As a nurse in the intensive care unit, I took care of many patients who had been injured by someone else’s negligence. I wanted to be able to help them seek justice for their injuries, which were life changing. […]
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Family & Addiction Experts: Creating a Comprehensive Picture

Attorney at Law Magazine sat down with Dr. Brian Jackson and Diane “Di” McQueen, the founders of Family & Addiction Experts. McQueen is a licensed clinical social worker and has earned the master’s level certified addiction professional credential. She has spent the last 12 years working with addicts and their families. Jackson has worked in […]
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Natasha Nazareth: Knowing Your Why

AALM: Tell us how you began your journey as a legal professional and what inspired you to co-found your law firm? NN: My path started where it mattered most—serving kids through Legal Aid where justice was about ensuring children had access to healthcare, education and safe homes. Later, I held in-house counsel and teaching roles […]
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Natalie Lopez: Fierce Representation, Rewriting Futures

AALM: Can you give us an inside look at your law firm? How does it reflect your personal approach to practicing law? NL: My law firm is built around what I call, the “trifecta” of overlapping legal challenges: criminal defense, domestic violence and family law. My firm thrives on handling the high-stakes processes either separately […]
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Keanna Broadie: Small Victories, Significant Impact

AALM: When did you first know you wanted to become an attorney? What drew you to this career? KB: I have known I wanted to be an attorney since I was a little girl around the age of 4. I spent a lot of time watching ’90s legal television with my grandmother. I was drawn […]
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Louis Patino: A Career Helping the Injured

Louis “Doc” Patino has made a career out of helping the injured first as a combat medic at the age of 21, then as a chiropractor and finally as a plaintiff’s personal injury attorney. We sat down with him to discuss his career and how his time in the Army made him the lawyer he […]
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