Jeremy Rovinsky
Jeremy Rovinsky, Esq., SHRM-SCP, Director of Legal Studies Programs, graduated with his JD with honors from the George Washington University Law School in Washington, DC, where he was a Thurgood Marshall Scholar. Before attending law school, Jeremy was awarded a Dean’s scholarship to study at American University in Washington, DC, graduated magna cum laude with joint degrees in philosophy and political science and was made a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Jeremy has work experience in both the public and private sectors, including the New York State Assembly, the US Congress, the US Senate, the US Department of Justice and private law offices in New York, Washington, and overseas. His articles have been published in a number of law reviews and journals. He has also taught upper-level legal courses at an ABA-accredited law school, helped update the Rules of Professional Conduct for an American Indian Community Court, and served as a Judge Pro Tem at the Maricopa County Justice Courts.
Roger Batchelor
Roger Batchelor, Esq., earned his JD from Queens University and his MBA from Bowling Green State University.
Brett Bauman
Brett Bauman, Esq.,ranked in the top 3% of his graduating law school class in earning his JD from New England Law School in Boston, MA. He works as a criminal defense attorney for the Committee for Public Counsel Services and had previously clerked for the Honorable Maureen B. Hogan of the Middlesex County (MA) Superior Court. Brett has also published multiple law review articles vin the New England Law School Law Review.
Jessica Borden
Jessica Borden, Esq., graduated with a BA in philosophy from Emory University, and went on to earn a JD from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where she was an Associate Editor of the Constitutional Law Journal. She is admitted to the bar in New York, Connecticut and Florida. Jessica practiced litigation at Willkie Farr and Gallagher LLP, real estate law at Schiff Hardin LLP and inhouse product liability law at a large Connecticut-based pharmaceutical company. Additionally, she now tutors students for the SATs in Fairfield County, CT. In her spare time, Jessica is an avid knitter who enjoys games, puzzles and spending time with her family and friends.
Darlene Cortina
Darlene Cortina, Esq., earned her JD from Indiana University's McKinney School of Law. Since graduating she has clerked for a superior court judge in Pima County and served as an Assistant Attorney General in Arizona. Prior to law school, Darlene earned a BA in English Literature from Arizona State University and a Master of Education from the University of Arizona. Darlene was a middle school teacher in Tucson for several years and enjoys teaching and engaging with students.
Chumi Diamond
Chumi Diamond, Esq., earned her JD from New York Law School..
Michael Dubitsky
Michael Dubitsky, Esq., earned his JD from Yeshiva University's Cardozo School of Law, and his MS in Secondary Education from its Azrieli Graduate School of Education.
Daniel Green
Daniel Green, Esq., graduated with a BS in Information Systems from Ramapo College of New Jersey and went on to earn an MBA from Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business and a JD from Pace University School of Law. He is admitted to the bar in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Daniel worked in the Information Technology field for a number of years and now practices in-house in the areas of healthcare and commercial law at a large New York City healthcare provider.
Reena Green
Reena Green, Esq., is a graduate of Pace University School of Law. After earning her JD, she worked at Business Licenses, LLC, where she focused on investigating federal, state and local licensing ordinances and regulations to determine business and financial requirements for large, publicly-held corporations. Reena has also written several articles concerning bioethics which were published in the science journal sponsored by her undergraduate university, Stern College for Women.
Robert L. Greenberg
Robert L. Greenberg, Esq., received his JD from the University of Michigan, his Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Rutgers University and his Bachelor of Arts Magna Cum Laude with High Honors in Economics from Brandeis University. He now runs his own law firm in New York. In addition to his firm, he serves as a Major / Judge Advocate in the New York Guard where he provides free legal services for soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines, coast guardsmen, and their families. He is admitted to practice law in New York, New Jersey, and Texas, and is also a registered patent attorney.
Susan Israel
Susan Israel, Esq., earned her JD from St. John’s University School of Law, a Master of Science in Education from Hofstra University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Communication from Queens College, C.U.N.Y. After working as a special education teacher with mentally challenged adults, Susan transitioned to the corporate world, where she worked for many years as a computer programmer and data analyst. As an attorney, Susan focused her practice in elder law, guardianships and trusts and estates. In her spare time, Susan enjoys reading, classical music and Sudoku puzzles.
Christina Kale
Christina Kale, Esq., graduated from Cedarville University with a Bachelor of Arts in Technical Communications and holds a Masters in Information Technology Project Management from AIU, a paralegal certificate from Crestpoint University and her JD from Concord Law School. As a technical editor, she worked as a defense contractor on Minuteman III missile modeling and simulation and as a documentation engineer on complex environmental remediation projects. She currently runs a company providing contract eDiscovery and litigation data management services particularly in the fields of complex financial fraud and receiverships.
Eric Martinez
Eric Martinez, Esq., is a graduate of Florida International University College of Law. Prior to earning his JD, he attended Hanover College (IN) where he earned degrees in Business Administration and Philosophy. Eric currently works as Corporate Counsel for Assurant Inc., a Fortune 500 company, where he specializes in federal and state regulatory compliance. He is an active member of the Florida Bar Association.
Linda McGrath-Cruz
Linda McGrath-Cruz earned her Master of Science in Legal Studies from Crestpoint University.
Igor Meystelman
Igor Meystelman, Esq., earned his JD from Hofstra University School of Law.
Elie Mishory
Elie Mishory, Esq., earned his JD with honors from the George Washington University Law School after spending nearly a decade abroad, first studying and then teaching law. Elie is an attorney with the Office of Chief Counsel for the IRS. Elie has worked on numerous guidance projects, issued rulings and worked on tax litigation in Tax Court, district court and circuit court. Prior to joining the Office of Chief Counsel, Elie worked on the private side with a large law firm. Originally from Colorado, Elie enjoys skiing with his family and youth sports. Elie is thrilled to be teaching again, and, as what he enjoys most about teaching is interacting with students, he hopes you take full advantage of the opportunities to ask questions and discuss!
Will Mount
Will Mount, Esq., earned his JD from the University of Miami at Coral Gables.
Julie Rhodes
Julie Rhodes, Esq., earned her JD from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.
Carla Sanders
Carla Sanders, Esq., earned her JD from the University of Nebraska College of Law.
DeDe Sandler
DeDe Sandler, Esq., Assistant Education Director at Crestpoint, earned her JD from City University of New York School of Law and subsequently earned her MS in social work from Columbia University. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Syracuse University. When not teaching for Crestpoint, DeDe hones her litigation skills as a deputy legal defender for the public defender’s office in Phoenix. She has also worked for the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and various private law firms. DeDe is also a Peace Corps member and an accomplished social worker.
Shannon Southard
Shannon Southard, Esq., earned her JD from New England School of Law in 2002. While attending law school at night, she worked during the day as a social worker. Prior to law school, she attended Westfield State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in social work. After graduating law school, she relocated from Boston, MA. to Phoenix, AZ. She spent the last ten years working as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Arizona representing The Department of Economic Security, Child Protective Services. She has recently begun work as a contract attorney for the Maricopa County Juvenile Court System representing parents and children in dependency matters as well as children and victims in delinquency proceedings.
Shawn Stone
Shawn Stone, Esq., owns and manages a law firm in Phoenix that focuses on bankruptcy and debt collection defense. He has a JD from the University of Tulsa and a BS from Arizona State University. Shawn has received numerous recognitions and awards for his practice, including being named a “Super Lawyers’ Rising Star” in 2014 and “Pro Bono Attorney of the Year” by the Arizona Foundation for Legal Services in 2012. Shawn also devotes much of his free time to community outreach and education programs.