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Thanon Rezvi is a distinguished and uniquely qualified lawyer, admitted to practice in both England, Wales and the State of New York. Called to the English Bar by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in October 2018, Thanon began his legal career with a strong foundation in advocacy after the completion of his Bachelors of Law in London. His subsequent admission to the New York Bar in June 2025 further expanded his ability to serve clients. Thanon has demonstrated exceptional leadership and skill in managing complex disputes in the courtroom. His meticulous approach to case preparation, coupled with his keen negotiation acumen, has resulted in numerous favorable resolutions for the firm’s clients. Thanon’s ability to zealously negotiate, craft compelling pleadings, mediation memoranda, and settlement proposals has consistently delivered outcomes that align with our clients’ strategic objectives. His keen understanding of New York law has led to his role as head of the Pre-Litigation Department at Andrews, Bernstein & Maranto, where his unwavering commitment to client’s demands has resulted in a reputation for securing favorable outcomes. Beyond his professional achievements, Thanon is deeply committed to serving underrepresented communities and advancing access to justice. As part of his extracurricular endeavors, he participated in Street Law in London, UK, where he provided pro bono legal education to prisoners, empowering them with knowledge of their rights and legal recourse. This experience underscored his belief in the transformative power of legal advocacy and reinforced his dedication to public service. While working at Andrews Bernstein & Maranto, Thanon has played a pivotal role in providing legal services to the Bangladeshi community, offering culturally sensitive and accessible counsel to people injured as a result of the negligence of others. His work has not only strengthened the firm’s ties to this vibrant community but has also fostered trust and goodwill among its members.

Mr. Adler received a B.S. Degree in Business Administration from the University of Connecticut where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was awarded Special Distinction in Business. Mr. Adler was also awarded scholarship memberships in Phi Kappa Phi and Beta Gamma Sigma Phi, a National Professional Business Fraternity. Prior to entering law school, Mr. Adler, who graduated from college 6 months early, worked as an Alternate Funding Analyst for Aetna Life and Casualty in Hartford, Connecticut. Mr. Adler attended Western New England College of Law and graduated Cum Laude, and thereafter entered private practice. Mr. Adler’s practice is concentrated in the areas of civil litigation including personal injury; wrongful death; premises liability; all insurance and coverage matters; product liability; cases involving every form of motor vehicle and boat; and business and commercial matters. Mr. Adler regularly and successfully tries the cases in State and Federal courthouses throughout the State of Connecticut. Attorney Adler serves as a member of the “Counsel on Litigation Management” and the law firm is recommended counsel by “A.M. Best” rated insurance attorneys. In addition to a wide range of community and charitable activities, Mr. Adler is on the Board of Advisors of the University Of Connecticut School Of Business.

Derek graduated with distinction from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, in 2006. He received his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 2009. As a testament to his writing and oral advocacy skills, Derek was the only person to simultaneously be a Law Review Editor and Moot Court Board Member during law school. In addition to his accomplishments outside of the classroom, Derek graduated from law school as a Sterling Honor Graduate and was the recipient of the Law School’s prestigious Gavel Award. After graduating, Derek clerked for the Honorable Justice Judith Meierhenry of the South Dakota Supreme Court from 2009 until 2011. As a law clerk, Derek reviewed over 1,000 appellate briefs, heard approximately 100 oral arguments, and assisted the South Dakota Supreme Court in writing its decisions. He joined the firm after his clerkship ended. Since joining the firm, Derek has developed a comprehensive litigation practice with a focus on insurance-based and insurance bad faith cases. Derek has tried jury trials across South Dakota, given oral arguments before the South Dakota Supreme Court, and has appeared regularly in South Dakota’s Federal Courts. Derek’s advocacy skills have earned him a reputation for excellence, which has resulted in his retention by other attorneys to assist with high-value and high-stakes cases at trial and on appeal. Derek is admitted to practice in South Dakota, Minnesota, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, as well as the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Court. Derek is a member of the American Bar Association, South Dakota Defense Lawyers Association, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association, Second Judicial Circuit Bar Association, and Defense Research Institute. Derek is AV-Preeminent rated for high professional ethics and legal abilities.

Jonathan has taken a personal approach to lawyering that is styled around client interaction, efficiency and the utmost attention to detail. Jonathan is motivated by protecting the rights of others and strives to maximize results. He passionately represents personal injury, real estate, criminal expungement, and contractual matter clients. Prior to joining The Law Offices of Herbert Ellis, PC, Jonathan clerked with the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, working closely with the Appeals Department. Jonathan earned his Juris Doctor degree from Roger Williams University School of Law in 2013 where he focused his studies on personal injury and contract law. Jonathan received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Boston University School of Management in 2010. While attending Boston University, Jonathan served as Co-Captain of the University’s Mock Mediation Team, and competed nationally. Jonathan is licensed to practice law in the State of New Jersey, the State New York, the District of Columbia, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. In his free time, Jonathan enjoys biking, reading, cooking, skiing and hiking.

Carol A. Nolan has been a frequent speaker on Elder Law, estate planning, probate and trust administration for the Illinois State Bar Association, National Business Institute, and the DuPage County Bar Association.Carol also has expertise in preparing revocable living trusts, wills, and other estate planning tools. This includes plans for special needs children, disabled adults, clients with minor children, second marriages, and non citizen spouses.Call us at 630-668-6600, or submit a form online for a consultation.

Stevenson Law Office was established by Mathew Stevenson in 2002 and has been serving Western Montana since. Mat Stevenson is a Montana Native, born in Great Falls, Montana. He attended the University of Montana, receiving both a B.A. and Masters Degree in History. He then attended the University of Montana School of Law, graduating in 2002. He currently resides in Missoula-his practice emphasis is on criminal defense, the majority of his cases are in Missoula and Ravalli Counties though his office takes cases throughout the State of Montana. Mat Stevenson approaches criminal defense from a libertarian political perspective: a belief in minimal government intrusion into individuals lives. He is committed to vigilant defense of constitutional rights generally, and particularly to those he represents. Mat Stevenson and associate attorneys bring a libertarian political philosophy to the practice of law - seeking to minimize - wherever possible - government sanctioning and control of our clients lives. Mat Stevenson has engaged in private legal practice for over 12 years. Stevenson Law Office specializes in Criminal Defense and DUI, with additional practice areas of Personal Injury, Family Law, Dependent-Neglect, Orders of Protection, Petitions to Re-Instate Driving Privileges (re: DUI), and Mediation Services. From internship with Federal Defenders of Montana (2001), Montana Law Review, Montana Law Review (2002) Assistant Editor, First Attempted Deliberate Homicide case (2003), Oral Argument (appeal) before the Montana Supreme Court (2004), through the present. Mat Stevenson has appeared before over 30 Judges in Montana State District, and Federal Courts. Overall, he has appeared before over 60 Judges in over 40 different State District, Federal, Tribal, Justice, Municipal, and City Courts throughout Montana, including over 30 cases on appeal, post-conviction, and sentence review. He has worked with (and more often against) over 100 different prosecutors in these Courts: in private practice alone.

Lawrence J. Buckfire (Larry Buckfire) earned his undergraduate degree in economics from the University of Michigan in 1986 and his juris doctor degree from Wayne State University School of Law in 1989. He has been in private practice since successfully completing the bar exam in 1989. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, State of Ohio, and in the United States District Court. Lawrence is the lead trial attorney and managing partner at Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. The law firm was founded in 1969 by his father David Buckfire with the principle of representing clients with the highest degree of integrity, compassion, and professionalism. Lawrence’s mother, Vicky Buckfire, joined David in the firm several years later. Lawrence and Daniel both joined their parents upon their completion of law school. Mr. Buckfire has devoted his legal career to helping the most vulnerable members of our society, children and the elderly. He specializes in child lead paint poisoning, wrongful death, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, and other serious injury cases. “Successfully pursuing these cases is the best way to protect the members of our community from future harm,” said Larry.

Mr. Math, is originally from New York and after having served in the U.S. Navy relocated to Los Angeles where he attended California State University at Los Angeles, graduating in 1968. Mr. Math subsequently attended and graduated from Loyola University, School of Law. While attending he was, as a result of his having excelled in Moot Court Competition and Legal Writing, awarded a Teaching Fellowship. Mr. Math graduated from Loyola University in 1972 afterwhich he attended UCLA, Institute of Industrial Relations under a grant of the U.S. Department of Labor and was trained as an Arbitrator. Mr. Math has served as a Mediator, Arbitrator and Judge pro tem. Our firm is composed of experienced attorneys and associates with over 70 years of cumulative experience in many aspects of the law. Our firm focuses on representation of individuals and small businesses in areas of employment law, alternative dispute resolution, representation before all types of administrative agencies and in all courts, state and federal within the State of California. We also offer counseling and advice with respect to employment policies and procedures, contracts and all aspects of civil litigation. We have successfully represented thousands of clients within areas of practice engaged in by our firm.