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Zach Elsner is a litigation attorney and practice manager at The Wilhite Law Firm.  He is also the chair of the board of directors of the Rocky Mountain Victim Law Center.  He is dedicated to seeking justice for his clients. He has dedicated his career to fighting for justice, advocating for victims, and holding wrongdoers accountable.

Benjamin Charchian, the founder of our law firm, graduated from UCLA and obtained his law degree from Pepperdine University.  Always interested in helping others and standing up for the rights of the disadvantaged, when he graduated law school he turned down high paying jobs with large corporate lawfirms and worked at a small personal injury firm where he received hands-on experience representing all types of personal injury clients.  In 2008 he founded his own personal injury law practice and over the last 10 years he has represented over 1,000 injured people and he has obtained over 20 Million dollars in verdicts and settlements for his clients.. For his acheivements, Mr. Charchian has been recognised by Los Angeles Magazine as a SUPER LAWYER RISING STAR for FIVE CONSECUTIVE YEARS.

I received my Juris Doctorate Degree from UC Hastings College of the Law with an emphasis in Criminal Law, and received my Bachelor's Degree from UC Berkeley in Rhetoric.  I am a Partner with the Law Offices of Galine, Frye, Fitting & Frangos, a civil litigation firm.. Presently, I specialize in the area of general civil litigation, specifically serious and catastrophic personal injury cases, professional malpractice, bad faith insurance, and business litigation. I specialize in cases involving complex issues of liability and damages. Prior to joining the Law Offices of Galine, Frye, Fitting & Frangos as an attorney, I worked with the District Attorneys’ office in San Mateo and San Francisco. I also practiced general civil litigation, specifically in the areas of real estate, contract disputes, and personal injury.. I also served as a JAG officer in the California State Military Reserve, which serves in assisting civil authorities during domestic emergencies and assisting in the mobilization and demobilization process of the National Guard. My duties involved serving as legal counsel to National Guard soldiers regarding domestic legal matters prior to and following their deployment, and other matters related to military law.

In the past two years, Mike has obtained more than $34,000,000 in verdicts and settlements in a variety of cases, including trucking collisions, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and other personal injury matters. In 2017, Mike was named among the Chicago Law Bulletin’s top “40 Under 40” and named one of Leading Lawyers “Emerging Lawyers” of 2017.. Because of his expertise, Mike is also a sought-after speaker, college-level legal teacher and guest lecturer. He serves as a member of the Chicago Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Tort Litigation Committee. He also serves on the Illinois Trial Lawyer Association's Board of Advocates.. Mike is the husband of Katie Fitzpatrick Sorich and the proud father of three children: Ryan, Courtney, and Patrick.

Ian R. Alexander is the managing partner at Goldberg and Goldberg in Chicago, renowned for his unwavering commitment to providing clients with a uniquely balanced approach—one that combines brutal honesty with tender loving care. With years of experience navigating complex legal challenges, Ian has built a reputation for delivering frank, no-nonsense advice while ensuring that each client feels genuinely supported every step of the way.. Throughout his career, Ian has maintained the belief that true legal success comes from not only understanding the law but also understanding people. His candid assessments empower clients to make well-informed decisions, even when the truth is hard to hear, while his empathetic approach ensures they receive the compassion and personal attention they deserve. Whether negotiating settlements or standing firm in the courtroom, Ian’s blend of straightforward counsel and heartfelt dedication creates a legal experience that is both transparent and deeply human.. At Goldberg and Goldberg, Ian R. Alexander continues to set the standard for legal excellence in Chicago—proving that a commitment to both integrity and care can be the most powerful strategy of all.

The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Shancer is a premier Chicago personal injury law firm. We have helped thousands of injury victims and their families. If you are seeking experienced, aggressive, and tireless advocates, please contact our office.. Jeffrey M. Shancer is one of the original attorneys to be designated as an Illinois Leading Attorney. He strives to provide clients with the highest degree of personalized service available.. We are here to help. Call us at any time for assistance.

As an experienced trial attorney, Ryan has obtained multiple multimillion-dollar jury verdicts and settlements for his clients totaling over $40,000,000 in compensation. As a partner of national civil litigation firm, Ryan litigated cases throughout the Country acting as counsel in Wrongful Death and personal injury actions in eleven different States.. As a prosecutor, Ryan has obtained jury verdicts in homicide cases as both first and second chair. He also served as the head of the State’s Attorney’s Office’s Juvenile Delinquency Division, Post- Conviction Docket, and Drug Interdiction Taskforce. Ryan has acted as lead attorney on thousands of criminal offenses, ranging from DUIs to first-degree murder.. Ryan began his legal career as a law clerk for the Honorable David A. Hylla, former Chief Judge of Madison County, and intern for the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Shortly thereafter, Ryan began working for a local worker’s compensation firm where he first discovered his passion for zealously advocating for his injured clients.. Not afraid of the courtroom, Ryan has extensive trial experience in both the civil and criminal context, having more than a dozen jury trials under his belt.

At Crabtree Law Office, we believe in a client-centered approach to the practice of law. I take my role as a counselor as seriously as my role as an advocate and persuader. I believe that every client deserves respect, time and to have their individual case treated as a top priority. As a result, I try to limit the number of cases I take so I can provide the level of service I would want if I or a family member were seriously injured.

David Kaylor was born and raised in Polk County, Florida.  He graduated from Winter Haven High School, University of Florida and University of Miami School of Law.  After law school he worked at the State Attorney's Office in Bartow where he prosecuted thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases.  David has tried over 60 jury trials and is known as an experienced litigator in Polk County.

Andrew is a trial lawyer focusing on catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death.