Lawyers
Ms. Robles is a Partner at Lydecker, where her focus is on Florida civil litigation. She maintains a varied practice in insurance defense and commercial litigation, including general bodily injury and casualty, and first-party property, as well as professional malpractice.
Before joining Lydecker, Ms. Robles was an Associate at Cole, Scott & Kissane in their First-party Property Group, representing carriers throughout South Florida and gaining extensive litigation experience.
Dianera Rodriguez is an Associate in the Products Liability department in the firm’s Miami office. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Rodriguez was an associate at a civil defense litigation firm where she handled premises liability claims, personal injury claims, property damage claims, and workers’ compensation claims.
Ms. Rodriguez earned Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law and her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice along with a Minor in Business from Florida International University. During law school, Ms. Rodriguez received the Dean’s Honor Award and CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Criminal Justice.
Linda Rojas is an Associate Attorney in Lydecker’s Miami office. Ms Rojas’ practice involves all aspects of labor and employment litigation in both state and federal courts.
Ms. Rojas earned her J.D., cum laude, from St. Thomas University College of Law in May 2025. During law school, she interned for the Honorable Adalberto Jordan in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. She was also an active member of the Moot Court Board, the Cuban American Student Bar Association, and the Mark J. Wolff Tax Law Society.
Before pursuing her J.D., Ms. Rojas completed her degree in Comparative Law from IE University’s School of Law in Spain, where she graduated with honors.
Isaac Rosen is a Senior Associate in Lydecker’s New Jersey office, where he focuses his practice on insurance defense and complex civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts. His experience encompasses a broad range of litigation area, including personal injury, premises liability, construction and New York Labor Law claims, workers’ compensation-related issues, and products liability.
Mr. Rosen is adept at managing all phases of litigation, including drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and developing comprehensive discovery strategies tailored to each case. He routinely handles matters involving complex liability issues, risk transfer and indemnification disputes, and claims arising under statutory frameworks such as New York Labor Law. His approach emphasizes early evaluation of liability and damages, allowing him to position cases effectively for favorable resolution or strong defense at trial.
In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Rosen works closely with insurance carriers and third-party administrators, providing detailed reporting, exposure analysis, and strategic recommendations designed to mitigate risk and control costs. He is known for his thorough preparation, practical problem-solving, and ability to navigate challenging factual and legal issues while maintaining a results-driven focus for his clients.
Mr. Rosen is admitted to practice in the State of New York and the State of New Jersey, as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. He brings a disciplined, client-focused approach to every matter he handles, earning the trust of clients and colleagues alike.
Horacio Ruiz-Lugo is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo’s practice involves all aspects of federal and state civil trial litigation with a primary focus in commercial litigation, premises liability, and personal injury. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo also has experience in complex commercial, intellectual property, and employment litigation matters.
Mr. Ruiz-Lugo graduated from the University of Florida with a Masters in International Business in May 2020. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo then earned his J.D. from Florida International University College of Law in May 2023, graduating with Cum Laude honors. During law school, Mr. Ruiz-Lugo earned a CALI Excellence Award for Legal Writing, Dean’s List honors, and an Intellectual Property Certificate.
Mr. Leon-Schetina is an Associate Attorney in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Leon-Schetina’s practice involves all aspects of federal and state civil litigation with a primary focus on labor and employment, corporate liability, and government liability.
Mr. Leon-Schetina obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami with a concentration in business compliance and sustainability through a specialized academic curriculum. While in law school, Mr. Leon-Schetina served as a law clerk for a boutique firm dealing with commercial litigation and intellectual property rights. While completing his legal studies at the University of Miami, Mr. Leon-Schetina was also a member of the Business Law Society.
William E. Sluss is an attorney in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Mr. Sluss is also a Certified Public Accountant with more than 25 years of experience as a Chief Financial Officer prior to transitioning to the practice of law. He brings a data driven and analytical approach to complex litigation, informed by decades of financial leadership and operational oversight.
Mr. Sluss focuses his practice on tort liability matters, including personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, and education law. His unique combination of financial expertise and legal training allows him to evaluate cases with a strategic and detail oriented perspective.
This combined background in finance and law provides the firm’s clients with a distinct advantage in developing effective litigation strategies, managing exposure, and achieving efficient and favorable outcomes.
Mr. Sluss earned his Juris Doctor from Irvine College of Law and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Virginia’s College at Wise. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and an active member of the State Bar of California.
Matthew T. Smith is an associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office, where his practice focuses on civil litigation, general liability, commercial litigation, toxic torts, and product liability matters. He has represented both large corporate clients and individuals, having practiced on both the defense and plaintiff sides of litigation. This dual perspective gives him unique insight into opposing strategies, enabling him to craft efficient, cost-conscious, and results-driven solutions for his clients.
Originally from New York, Mr. Smith has spent most of his life in Central Florida. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and his J.D., Magna Cum Laude, from Florida A&M University College of Law. While in law school, he earned multiple Dean’s List honors, served as Executive Articles Editor for the Law Review, and completed a judicial internship in the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court.
Mr. Smith understands the importance of protecting a business’s reputation and bottom line while navigating complex legal disputes. He prides himself on being a well-rounded litigator and trusted advisor, committed to delivering practical, strategic counsel that aligns with each client’s operational and financial goals.
Tolu Sojobi is an Associate in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Her practice focuses on Employment Practices Liability (EPLI) and Professional Liability litigation, where she represents businesses and insurers in complex civil matters. She has an extensive background in employment law and defends clients in cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
Ms. Sojobi earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Davis, and her Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. During law school, she interned at several well-known law firms and gained valuable dispute resolution experience as a volunteer mediator for the San Diego County Small Claims Court.
Ms. Sojobi joined Lydecker in November 2024, bringing a strong foundation in both employment and professional liability defense to the firm.
James Spratt is a partner in the firm’s Los Angeles office and practices in all courts in California. His primary areas of practice include complex commercial litigation, tort practice in products liability, real property and construction defect.
Mr. Spratt earned his Juris Doctor Certificate from University of La Verne and his Bachelor’s degree in History from University of California, Santa Barbara. While in law school, Mr. Spratt has held numerous legal internships, including Office of Legislative Affairs for the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. In Mr. Spratt’s practice, he has held various partner positions with national law firms and has worked for national insurance companies, as staff counsel. He has worked defending national insurance companies in professional negligence, commercial trucking negligence, premises liability and habitability claims.
Mr. Spratt has handled the defense of Property Owners, Landlords, Property Managers, and Homeowners Associations in claims arising out of California Habitability Claims pursuant to compliance with statutory duties under California Civil Code Section 1941.1 and California Health and Safety Code Section 17920.3. While the defense of these claims is often challenging in the pro-tenant environment of California law, Partner, James Spratt has displayed skill and expertise in navigating the display of substantial compliance with statutory duties in order to minimize exposure to risks. This is often achieved by a careful analysis of the jurisdictional building code and health & safety code records, in order to achieve favorable results in mediation of these claims. Additionally, Mr. Spratt has engaged some of the best experts in the fields of Property Management and Environmental Science to defend these claims, including Toxicologists, Microbiologists and Medical Doctors specializing in California Mycotoxin, Mold and Environmental Diseases.
Mr. Spratt is active in conservation efforts of Santa Monica Mountains Restoration Trust and enjoys snow skiing and swimming in his spare time. He also enjoys spending time with his family and his German Shepard dog. Mr. Spratt is also a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Thomas Stevenson is an attorney in Lydecker’s Orlando office where he represents design professionals, developers, contractors, and subcontractors in construction related disputes, including representation for litigation, mediation, arbitration, contract drafting, and licensure issues. Thomas has experience handling matters from inception to disposition, including appellate matters. Thomas represents these clients throughout the State of Florida.
Thomas also has experience handling cases involving insurance litigation and appellate practice. Thomas has also worked in an advisory role when he was in-house counsel for a loss assessment and engineering company; Thomas was also exposed to collection matters there. Further, Thomas has also represented clients in tax matters and has defended clients against the IRS and Florida Department of Revenue, including pre and post assessment matters and tax court litigation.
Thomas is originally from Wisconsin before starting law school in Orlando, Florida in 2017 where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2019 from Barry School of Law. Thereafter, he earned an LLM in Taxation from the University of Florida, graduating in 2020. Researching case law and articulating it are passions of his. Further, Thomas tends to approach cases from a variety of perspectives to achieve best results for clients.
Ryan Stocks is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. His practice involves civil litigation, with a primary focus on environmental law.
Ryan received his B.B.A. in economics and international business as well as a minor in environmental economics and management from the University of Georgia in 2021. He then received his J.D. and certificate in Environmental, Natural Resources, and Land Use Law at Florida State University College of Law in 2024. While in law school, Ryan held several executive board positions, including vice president, in the Environmental Law Society and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Ryan worked as legal intern at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and as a law clerk at a boutique law firm specializing in environmental law. He also previously interned at two other law firms, where he gained experience in residential real estate and personal injury law.
Ms. Robles is a Partner at Lydecker, where her focus is on Florida civil litigation. She maintains a varied practice in insurance defense and commercial litigation, including general bodily injury and casualty, and first-party property, as well as professional malpractice.
Before joining Lydecker, Ms. Robles was an Associate at Cole, Scott & Kissane in their First-party Property Group, representing carriers throughout South Florida and gaining extensive litigation experience.
Dianera Rodriguez is an Associate in the Products Liability department in the firm’s Miami office. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Rodriguez was an associate at a civil defense litigation firm where she handled premises liability claims, personal injury claims, property damage claims, and workers’ compensation claims.
Ms. Rodriguez earned Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University School of Law and her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice along with a Minor in Business from Florida International University. During law school, Ms. Rodriguez received the Dean’s Honor Award and CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Criminal Justice.
Linda Rojas is an Associate Attorney in Lydecker’s Miami office. Ms Rojas’ practice involves all aspects of labor and employment litigation in both state and federal courts.
Ms. Rojas earned her J.D., cum laude, from St. Thomas University College of Law in May 2025. During law school, she interned for the Honorable Adalberto Jordan in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. She was also an active member of the Moot Court Board, the Cuban American Student Bar Association, and the Mark J. Wolff Tax Law Society.
Before pursuing her J.D., Ms. Rojas completed her degree in Comparative Law from IE University’s School of Law in Spain, where she graduated with honors.
Isaac Rosen is a Senior Associate in Lydecker’s New Jersey office, where he focuses his practice on insurance defense and complex civil litigation matters in both state and federal courts. His experience encompasses a broad range of litigation area, including personal injury, premises liability, construction and New York Labor Law claims, workers’ compensation-related issues, and products liability.
Mr. Rosen is adept at managing all phases of litigation, including drafting and arguing motions, conducting depositions, and developing comprehensive discovery strategies tailored to each case. He routinely handles matters involving complex liability issues, risk transfer and indemnification disputes, and claims arising under statutory frameworks such as New York Labor Law. His approach emphasizes early evaluation of liability and damages, allowing him to position cases effectively for favorable resolution or strong defense at trial.
In addition to his litigation practice, Mr. Rosen works closely with insurance carriers and third-party administrators, providing detailed reporting, exposure analysis, and strategic recommendations designed to mitigate risk and control costs. He is known for his thorough preparation, practical problem-solving, and ability to navigate challenging factual and legal issues while maintaining a results-driven focus for his clients.
Mr. Rosen is admitted to practice in the State of New York and the State of New Jersey, as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. He brings a disciplined, client-focused approach to every matter he handles, earning the trust of clients and colleagues alike.
Horacio Ruiz-Lugo is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo’s practice involves all aspects of federal and state civil trial litigation with a primary focus in commercial litigation, premises liability, and personal injury. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo also has experience in complex commercial, intellectual property, and employment litigation matters.
Mr. Ruiz-Lugo graduated from the University of Florida with a Masters in International Business in May 2020. Mr. Ruiz-Lugo then earned his J.D. from Florida International University College of Law in May 2023, graduating with Cum Laude honors. During law school, Mr. Ruiz-Lugo earned a CALI Excellence Award for Legal Writing, Dean’s List honors, and an Intellectual Property Certificate.
Mr. Leon-Schetina is an Associate Attorney in the firm’s Miami office. Mr. Leon-Schetina’s practice involves all aspects of federal and state civil litigation with a primary focus on labor and employment, corporate liability, and government liability.
Mr. Leon-Schetina obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Miami with a concentration in business compliance and sustainability through a specialized academic curriculum. While in law school, Mr. Leon-Schetina served as a law clerk for a boutique firm dealing with commercial litigation and intellectual property rights. While completing his legal studies at the University of Miami, Mr. Leon-Schetina was also a member of the Business Law Society.
William E. Sluss is an attorney in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Mr. Sluss is also a Certified Public Accountant with more than 25 years of experience as a Chief Financial Officer prior to transitioning to the practice of law. He brings a data driven and analytical approach to complex litigation, informed by decades of financial leadership and operational oversight.
Mr. Sluss focuses his practice on tort liability matters, including personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, and education law. His unique combination of financial expertise and legal training allows him to evaluate cases with a strategic and detail oriented perspective.
This combined background in finance and law provides the firm’s clients with a distinct advantage in developing effective litigation strategies, managing exposure, and achieving efficient and favorable outcomes.
Mr. Sluss earned his Juris Doctor from Irvine College of Law and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Virginia’s College at Wise. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and an active member of the State Bar of California.
Matthew T. Smith is an associate in Lydecker’s Orlando office, where his practice focuses on civil litigation, general liability, commercial litigation, toxic torts, and product liability matters. He has represented both large corporate clients and individuals, having practiced on both the defense and plaintiff sides of litigation. This dual perspective gives him unique insight into opposing strategies, enabling him to craft efficient, cost-conscious, and results-driven solutions for his clients.
Originally from New York, Mr. Smith has spent most of his life in Central Florida. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and his J.D., Magna Cum Laude, from Florida A&M University College of Law. While in law school, he earned multiple Dean’s List honors, served as Executive Articles Editor for the Law Review, and completed a judicial internship in the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court.
Mr. Smith understands the importance of protecting a business’s reputation and bottom line while navigating complex legal disputes. He prides himself on being a well-rounded litigator and trusted advisor, committed to delivering practical, strategic counsel that aligns with each client’s operational and financial goals.
Tolu Sojobi is an Associate in Lydecker’s Los Angeles office. Her practice focuses on Employment Practices Liability (EPLI) and Professional Liability litigation, where she represents businesses and insurers in complex civil matters. She has an extensive background in employment law and defends clients in cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
Ms. Sojobi earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Davis, and her Juris Doctor from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. During law school, she interned at several well-known law firms and gained valuable dispute resolution experience as a volunteer mediator for the San Diego County Small Claims Court.
Ms. Sojobi joined Lydecker in November 2024, bringing a strong foundation in both employment and professional liability defense to the firm.
James Spratt is a partner in the firm’s Los Angeles office and practices in all courts in California. His primary areas of practice include complex commercial litigation, tort practice in products liability, real property and construction defect.
Mr. Spratt earned his Juris Doctor Certificate from University of La Verne and his Bachelor’s degree in History from University of California, Santa Barbara. While in law school, Mr. Spratt has held numerous legal internships, including Office of Legislative Affairs for the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. In Mr. Spratt’s practice, he has held various partner positions with national law firms and has worked for national insurance companies, as staff counsel. He has worked defending national insurance companies in professional negligence, commercial trucking negligence, premises liability and habitability claims.
Mr. Spratt has handled the defense of Property Owners, Landlords, Property Managers, and Homeowners Associations in claims arising out of California Habitability Claims pursuant to compliance with statutory duties under California Civil Code Section 1941.1 and California Health and Safety Code Section 17920.3. While the defense of these claims is often challenging in the pro-tenant environment of California law, Partner, James Spratt has displayed skill and expertise in navigating the display of substantial compliance with statutory duties in order to minimize exposure to risks. This is often achieved by a careful analysis of the jurisdictional building code and health & safety code records, in order to achieve favorable results in mediation of these claims. Additionally, Mr. Spratt has engaged some of the best experts in the fields of Property Management and Environmental Science to defend these claims, including Toxicologists, Microbiologists and Medical Doctors specializing in California Mycotoxin, Mold and Environmental Diseases.
Mr. Spratt is active in conservation efforts of Santa Monica Mountains Restoration Trust and enjoys snow skiing and swimming in his spare time. He also enjoys spending time with his family and his German Shepard dog. Mr. Spratt is also a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association.
Thomas Stevenson is an attorney in Lydecker’s Orlando office where he represents design professionals, developers, contractors, and subcontractors in construction related disputes, including representation for litigation, mediation, arbitration, contract drafting, and licensure issues. Thomas has experience handling matters from inception to disposition, including appellate matters. Thomas represents these clients throughout the State of Florida.
Thomas also has experience handling cases involving insurance litigation and appellate practice. Thomas has also worked in an advisory role when he was in-house counsel for a loss assessment and engineering company; Thomas was also exposed to collection matters there. Further, Thomas has also represented clients in tax matters and has defended clients against the IRS and Florida Department of Revenue, including pre and post assessment matters and tax court litigation.
Thomas is originally from Wisconsin before starting law school in Orlando, Florida in 2017 where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2019 from Barry School of Law. Thereafter, he earned an LLM in Taxation from the University of Florida, graduating in 2020. Researching case law and articulating it are passions of his. Further, Thomas tends to approach cases from a variety of perspectives to achieve best results for clients.
Ryan Stocks is an Associate in Lydecker’s Miami office. His practice involves civil litigation, with a primary focus on environmental law.
Ryan received his B.B.A. in economics and international business as well as a minor in environmental economics and management from the University of Georgia in 2021. He then received his J.D. and certificate in Environmental, Natural Resources, and Land Use Law at Florida State University College of Law in 2024. While in law school, Ryan held several executive board positions, including vice president, in the Environmental Law Society and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.
Prior to joining Lydecker, Ryan worked as legal intern at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and as a law clerk at a boutique law firm specializing in environmental law. He also previously interned at two other law firms, where he gained experience in residential real estate and personal injury law.
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