Alfie Gonzales joined the bodily injury department in 2021, bringing with her over 20 years of experience in the legal field across a variety of roles. In her current position, she serves as both a calendar clerk and accounting administrator, helping to ensure the smooth coordination of case schedules and financial processes.

Alfie is a valued member of the team, known for her reliability, attention to detail, and extensive industry knowledge.

In her free time, she enjoys watching movies and criminal and law-themed television shows, as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Valerie Bellantoni was born and raised in Woodhaven, Queens. She attended St. Francis Prep Highschool and then went on to graduate from St. John’s University with a Bachelor of Science in paralegal studies. She has worked for over 30 years as a Paralegal concentrating in Personal Injury matters and joined the Odierno Law Firm in 2022.

Her hobbies include spending time with family, cooking, listening to 70s music, bicycle riding, walking with her dog and metal detecting on the beach.

Julie Genero Joined the Odierno Law Firm as a personal injury paralegal in June of 2022. She attended St. John’s University and has been a legal assistant since 1993. She has experience in both bodily injury and no-fault litigation. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, playing word games, boating and spending time with friends and family.

Ada Rovelo Joined the Odierno Law Firm in July of 2022 as our front desk receptionist, and is now a paralegal and liens coordinator. She is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.

Ada has been working as a paralegal for over seventeen years on Long Island while mainly focusing on fulfilling the legal needs of the Spanish community.

In her free time, she loves to take walks, travel and spend time with her family and friends.

Vanessa Lopez Joined the Odierno Law Firm in August 2022 as an immigration paralegal. Vanessa is fully bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English. She worked for the past five years in a New York City law firm as an immigration paralegal. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and travelling. She loves to spend time with her family and her dogs.

Hema Panday Joined the Odierno Law Firm in July 2022 as a Lost Wages/Property Damages specialist. She earned an Associate Degree in business management in 2010 and has been working in the personal injury field for 16 years in various capacities.

Hema earned her Paralegal certification in 2018 from Queens College and became a licensed notary in 2022. Outside of her professional role, Hema is a dedicated full-time soccer mom and the proud mother of two boys.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading self-development books, exercising, meditating, and spending quality time with her family.

Anthony Scotti is the Settlement Case Manager of The Odierno Law Firm. Born in Manhattan in 1974, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance from Dowling College in 2000, followed by an MBA in 2004. Anthony’s journey is marked by a profound commitment to service. Following high school, he served honorably in the United States Army. Afterward he worked at various claim and managerial positions in the insurance industry. His attributes and experience are central to his role as the Settlement Coordinator, where he skillfully navigates complex settlement processes, ensuring the best outcomes for our clients. He enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, a testament to his belief in continuous personal growth and learning.

Meet Martyna Tarnowski, an integral member of The Odierno Law Firm’s dynamic legal team, specializing in personal injury cases. As a highly skilled paralegal in our firm’s renowned Bodily Injury Department since October 2023, Martyna brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to every case. She graduated from Suffolk County Community College, where she earned her Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies. Demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive legal expertise, Martyna further honed her skills at SUNY Old Westbury, graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Politics, Economics & Law, achieving an impressive 4.0 GPA. Martyna is a valuable asset to our diverse client base as a bilingual professional, fluently speaking both Polish and English. This linguistic skill is especially beneficial in addressing the needs of our diverse clientele in personal injury cases. Her interests include exploring the outdoors with her dog, discovering new destinations through travel, enjoying sunny days at the beach, engaging in the invigorating sport of horseback riding, and cherishing quality time with her family.

Mercedes Lopez is the newest addition to our team as a part-time Office Assistant. Currently enriching her academic journey at New York City College of Technology, Mercedes combines her collegiate learning with real-world experience in our office, bringing fresh perspectives and youthful energy. A bilingual powerhouse, Mercedes fluently speaks both Spanish and English, a skill that greatly enhances our team’s ability to connect with a diverse client base. Her linguistic abilities are not just an asset to our communication strategies, but also reflect our firm’s commitment to inclusivity and understanding.

Outside the office, Mercedes is an avid reader and her love for music adds another layer to her dynamic personality, resonating with creativity and harmony. Her love of hiking evidences her passion for exploration and discovery which translates seamlessly into her work ethic, where she approaches tasks with enthusiasm and an open mind.

Lenny Rovelo is a dedicated and proficient legal associate with an undergraduate degree in Legal Studies and a minor in Criminal Justice from St. John’s University. His began working for law firms in High School and most recently gained valuable healthcare experience while employed at Northwell Health. His time there served to further enhance his expertise in the field of personal injury.

An avid sports enthusiast and a music lover who enjoys DJing, Lenny combines his passions with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate and effective legal representation to our clients.

Betzabeth Haynia Graduated in 2010 from Universidad Yacambú in Venezuela with a degree in Juridic Science and Politics. While in college, she gained valuable administrative experience while working at an Italian-Venezuelan school. She began her career as a Lawyer in the Internal Auditory Office of the Government of Lara State.After dedicating eight years to government service, Betzabeth explored various roles in the community, which further enriched her diverse skill set. Recently, she embraced motherhood, which she considers one of her most rewarding roles. Now, rejoining the workforce, she is excited to bring her extensive background and enthusiasm to our team.

In her free time, Betzabeth enjoys sports, watching movies, shopping, and grilling BBQ. We are thrilled to have her with us and look forward to her contributions!

Aileen Suazo joined our Bodily Injury Department in 2024. She graduated from Brentwood High School and then went on to attend Suffolk County Community College. The last 5 years have seen Aileen working in various capacities within the field of Personal Injury. She is skilled with case management, research, acquiring and reviewing medical records, and client communication. Aileen maintains fluency in both English and Spanish.

In her spare time, she competes as a member of a professional dance team, enjoys traveling to new destinations and trying rare or unique cuisines that offer a wide array of culinary and cultural experiences.