Our Attorneys


OUR TEXAS PERSONAL INJURY LAWYERS

Deon Goldschmidt Attorney

Deon Goldschmidt, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas and California

With years of experience, Deon Goldschmidt, Esq., has been practicing personal injury law for over 2 decades. He has successfully helped hundreds of accident victims claim damages from their injuries. In addition, Mr. Goldschmidt has gained extensive experience in the field of medical malpractice.


A native of Johannesburg, South Africa, he earned his law degree in 1992 from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. He is a member of the California Bar and is also admitted to practice in S.A. He currently manages the San Diego and San Jose offices of Deon Goldschmidt Attorneys. Mr. Goldschmidt is committed to using his vast experience in personal injury law to assist clients in the San Diego area, where he resides.

Kevin Retoriano, Attorney

Kevin Retoriano, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas and California

Kevin was born and raised in San Diego, California. He attended Montana State University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and was a full-time student athlete playing football for the Bobcats.


Kevin then continued his education at Thomas Jefferson School of Law and graduated with cum laude honors. Kevin was lucky enough to meet the head attorney of San Diego Personal Injury Attorneys – Deon Goldschmidt – through his stepbrothers and was a law clerk for the firm throughout his time in law school. Kevin is licensed to practice in California and applies his trade in the San Diego Office.


In his spare time, Kevin likes being active and getting back to playing football as much as he can, spending time with family, and spending time with friends.

Licensed to practice in California & Texas.

matthew birdwell attorney

Matt Birdwell, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas

Matt was born in Texas, and calls San Antonio home, despite growing up in various cities across the Texas, Florida, and Colorado. As the son of an Air Force veteran, Matt was raised with the cornerstone values of hard work, discipline, and integrity, which serves as the pillars for his own legal practice. Matt received a Bachelor of Arts in Government from The University of Texas at Austin. Upon graduating UT, he and his twin brother became the first members of their family to graduate from a four-year university.

After UT, Matt returned home to San Antonio to attend St. Mary’s School of Law, where he received a Doctorate of Jurisprudence. While at St. Mary’s, Matt was a stand-out advocate on St. Mary’s National Mock Trial team, earning honors of “St. Mary’s School of Law Most Outstanding Mock Trial Award,” and induction into The Order of Barristers – an honor limited to the graduating law students around the United States who achieve excellence in trial advocacy, oral advocacy, and brief writing.

While representing plaintiffs, Matt has years of experience litigating a variety of civil and business matters, including breaches of contract, motor vehicle accidents, commercial cases, premises liability, deceptive trade practices, and wrongful death.

Matt enjoys following his favorite sports teams and spending time with his friends, family, and dog, Case.

Michel Shenouda Dallas Injury Attorney

Michel Shenouda, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas and California

Michel Shenouda is dedicated to helping each client navigate the legal process, and receive proper compensation for the injuries they have suffered. He treats each case with diligence and care required to ensure a favorable result for his clients. Michel is licensed to practice in California and currently works in the San Diego office as well as the Riverside location.


Michel values connecting with his clients and keeping open and honest communication channels. Michel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Pacific Union College in Angwin, CA, and a Juris Doctorate degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California.

Michel is fluent in English and Arabic. He is a native of Egypt and immigrated to the United States after high school to further his education. He enjoys working out, staying healthy, and spending time with family and friends. 

Licensed to practice in California & Texas.

Bailey Currie Attorney Texas

Bailey Currie, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas

Bailey was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Managerial Finance from the University of Mississippi and participated in multiple finance organizations during her time in undergraduate school. Bailey then attended Texas A&M University School of Law where she was the first member of her family to earn a law degree.

 

During law school, Bailey worked for two law firms engaged in the practice of consumer protection law. Now dedicated to her practice of personal injury litigation, she enjoys employing her passion and skill for finance in her zealous advocacy of her clients. In her free time, Bailey likes to read, travel, and spend time with her friends and family.

Texas Attorney Frank Pabst

Frank Pabst, Attorney, Licensed to Practice in Texas and California

With more than 13 years of experience as an attorney in Southern California, Frank brings a wealth of knowledge to his practice, primarily focusing on personal injury cases for plaintiffs. He actively contributes to the legal community as a valued member of the San Diego Chapter of the Irish American Bar Association and the Consumer Rights Attorneys of San Diego.


Frank's exceptional skills have earned him a place among the esteemed consumer rights attorneys within the exclusive Justice HQ network. Beyond his legal endeavors, Frank is dedicated to empowering young minds by delivering insightful lectures on the practical implications of the law in everyday life at local high schools.


Demonstrating his commitment to making a difference, Frank dedicates his time to Serving Seniors, an organization that provides nourishing meals to the elderly in the community. Grateful for the wisdom imparted by his predecessors, Frank takes pride in mentoring aspiring lawyers, offering them invaluable support. Originally from New York, Frank completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Rhode Island before obtaining his law degree from Delaware Law School. While tirelessly serving his clients, Frank cherishes moments of travel and historical exploration alongside his wife Nicky and their cherished feline companion, Sir Ryan Redfur.