Susan Qin, Esq
As an immigration lawyer, Susan brings a wealth of experience, having navigated a wide array of cases before the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Committed to delivering the best legal solutions to her clients, Susan holds a Juris Doctor degree and a Master's degree in Labor and Employment Law from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her legal career began in the public defender's office, followed by a position as a clerk for a federal judge in Pennsylvania. Throughout her career, Susan has been instrumental in securing legal status for numerous immigrants in the United States. She has also represented many detained immigrants, successfully assisting in their release from various immigration detention centers across the country.
Sandy Hom, Esq
Craig Herskowitz, Esq
Craig Herskowitz is a seasoned attorney with more than 18 years of legal experience. Craig began his legal career in Washington, DC at the headquarters of two federal law enforcement agencies, the United States Marshals Service (USMS) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Craig then served in the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. In the Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Section of the Department of Justice, Craig assisted in the successful prosecution of large scale drug traffickers and conducted financial investigations of leaders of terrorist organizations. In the Asset Forfeiture Money Laundering Section of the Department of Justice, Craig played an integral role in helping victims of financial crimes recover some of their losses, including victims in the Bernie Madoff scandal. These years of experience working on the Government side informed him how prosecutors operate, which helped him become a top rated criminal defense attorney. Craig skillfully represented those accused of crimes with individual attention, respect, and a well thought out strategy to beat the case or negotiate the most favorable outcome.
In 2019, Craig was appointed Assistant Counsel to the Governor. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he waived copayments for testing and vaccinations, implemented telehealth, and provided tax relief for small businesses and families. Craig also assisted in establishing the restaurant return-to-work tax credit program to help restaurants re-open.
Most recently, Craig served as an NYC administrative law judge, presiding over hearings and ensuring the principles of justice are upheld.
Craig takes tremendous pride in helping people.
Richard Chaskin, Esq
Born and raised in West Los Angeles, Richard has been practicing law in California since December 1981. Over the past 40 years, he has resolved thousands of cases across the state through jury trials, bench trials, and negotiated settlements. Richard has achieved seven-figure judgments in civil cases and not guilty verdicts in criminal cases. He handles both the most complex and the most common cases with equal dedication. Richard is a past president of a local bar association and has served as a temporary judge in Los Angeles County, where he often presided over traffic ticket cases. He has been a delegate to the California Bar Conference, taught law, and received awards from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Other lawyers regularly seek Richard's advice and assistance with their cases, a testament to his expertise and reputation. He is well-known among many local judges and their courtroom staff, which is a significant asset in legal practice. Outside of work, Richard enjoys traveling the world, spending time with his family, and engaging in outdoor activities.