ABOUT THE CANTOR INJURY LAW FIRM

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ATTORNEY JONATHAN A. CANTOR

Jonathan A. Cantor is a dedicated and highly skilled attorney with 20 years of experience representing injury victims in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Focusing on car accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, and workplace injuries, Jon has built a reputation for providing compassionate, competent, and tireless advocacy to those in need.

Jon earned an athletic scholarship to Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida, where he played soccer before going on to pursue his law degree at California Western School of Law in San Diego. His legal career has been marked by success and a commitment to his clients, which has earned him numerous accolades, including being named a Connecticut Rising Star by Super Lawyers from 2013 to 2018, a Top-Rated Personal Injury Attorney by Super Lawyers from 2021 through the present, and a Best Lawyer by The Best Lawyers in America from 2021 through the present.

Jon is passionate about making a difference in the lives of injury victims, offering both personalized legal guidance and relentless representation to ensure clients receive the justice and compensation they deserve.

Brianna ChaparroLegal Assistant

Brianna grew up in Meriden, Connecticut and resides with her daughter, Natalia. Brianna provides caring and positive customer service for clients. She is dedicated to assisting clients and prides herself in communication.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and, as a foodie, is always up to try a new restaurant.

Andrea LockeParalegal

Andrea Locke grew up in Stafford Springs where she continues to live with her husband John. Andrea has two children and three grandchildren with whom she enjoys spending time. In her spare time Andrea and her husband enjoy traveling. She brings 42 years of legal experience to the firm in the areas of bankruptcy, real estate, workers’ compensation and personal injury.

Marielys Roldan CortesParalegal

Marielys grew up in a small town in Puerto Rico and now lives in Vernon. She holds an Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies and is now pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology. She has a bright future in the legal field and takes pride in assisting her clients. Marielys speaks Spanish fluently.

Maritza FermaintLegal Assistant

I am a dedicated Legal Assistant, specializing in assisting paralegals with tasks such as ordering medical records. With a passion for helping others, I advocate for underprivileged individuals and those with special needs in my community.
Beyond my professional work, I am a proud mother of four and serve as a coordinator at my church, where I actively contribute to community initiatives. I am also an engaged member of the Elks Club and enjoy expressing my creativity through designing unique press-on nails.
Balancing family, faith, and community, I strive to make a positive impact both in my personal and professional life.

Karen L. CargillParalegal

Karen grew up in Burlington, Connecticut and returned to her hometown to raise her daughter. She enjoys watching Uconn basketball and the Boston Red Sox. In her free time, Karen enjoys reading and crafting.

Joseph JimenezParalegal

Meet Joseph Jimenez. An ABA-certified paralegal, he brings strong communication skills to his work, speaking English, Spanish, and American Sign Language, with additional proficiency in Portuguese.

With roots in Puerto Rico, he is known for helping clients feel at ease by breaking things down in a clear and simple way, especially for those who may feel overwhelmed or unsure during the legal process. He is especially dedicated to supporting Spanish-speaking clients and making sure they feel heard and understood. He also values using his voice to advocate for others, including raising awareness around mental health and supporting students facing bullying or neglect. He is currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in Criminology.

Outside of the office, he enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and spending time with family and friends.

Yadira GonzalezParalegal

Yadira Gonzalez is a bilingual paralegal fluent in both Spanish and American Sign Language. With a strong background in Workers’ Compensation and personal injury experience, along with expertise in Administration and Customer Service Management, Yadira brings a unique combination of skills and cultural understanding to her professional work. Originally from Puerto Rico and raised in Meriden, CT, she is also a proud mom of a college student. Outside of her career, Yadira is passionate about crafting, creating beaded jewelry, bead weaving, and designing T-shirts. She enjoys cooking and baking, often sharing her culinary creations with family and friends. Additionally, Yadira is skilled in creating scalable vector graphics for interactivity and animation.