Our Staff

Kimberly Yoon

Personal Injury Senior Case Manager

Kimberly has been a member of the personal injury legal team at Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers for over 21 years. She attended the University of Washington and began working shortly after that. Kimberly has been an integral component of the firm’s success. She maintains a broad range of duties, including communicating with clients, administering intake of new cases, spearheading initial investigations, overseeing case management, monitoring treatment status, and assisting with case file quality control.

Bilingual Support for Clients

Kimberly participates actively in her church and community. She loves to sing and travel and is fluent in English and Korean. She has strong organizational skills and is known around the office for her uncompromising commitment to the client.

Gina Kim

Personal Injury Case Manager

Gina is a valued member of our personal injury team. Her experience in customer relations and real estate is the foundation of her innovative approach to case management. She has helped coordinate office operations and is a crucial liaison for clients with translation needs. She assists with administrative support tasks and is responsible for records management, intake file organization, and ordering medical documentation and investigative records.

Mitchel Pinedo

Personal Injury Case Manager

Mitchel has been a case manager at Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers since 2010. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and raised in the United States, he is fluent in Spanish and English. His cultural background inspires his work, or in his words, “Some people are not really heard.” Mitchel listens, and he strives to perfect his communication with clients. He goes to bat for his clients as he negotiates with insurance adjusters. He went through a motor vehicle accident in 2013, and this first-hand experience renewed his commitment to his work. Mitchel breaks down the language barrier daily and is invaluable to our team.

Mitchel now lives in Puyallup, having grown up in the Tacoma area. The youngest of five children in a large, close-knit family, he works alongside his sister Paty in the office. Mitchel is active in his community and church and volunteers each year at a camp for children and families affected by cancer. He enjoys running and practicing soccer in his spare time.

Paty Pinedo

Case Manager

Paty joined the team at Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers as a paralegal in 2016. Her background includes more than sixteen years working in Spanish-language radio. She moved to the United States from Guadalajara, Mexico, at fourteen. In Paty’s words, “I enjoy the results I see for my clients.” She is a passionate advocate for the Spanish-speaking community.

Where insurance companies may try to take advantage of individuals based on their background or language, Paty steps in to help the client be treated with respect. Paty communicates directly with insurance adjusters to track bills and payments, facilitate settlements, and organize clients’ records. She is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their claims and move on with their lives; she educates people about their rights daily. Paty takes great pride in her work.

Paty loves sports, such as soccer, football, basketball, and more, but she enjoys snowboarding and riding horses in her own life. She also reads other legal cases in her free time and is especially moved by those working hard in immigration law. She lives in Tacoma. 

J. Taylor Kindred

Paralegal

Taylor joined Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers in 2018 as a paralegal. He brings eighteen years of experience to our firm, earning his Associate of Applied Science degree in Paralegal Studies from Highline College in 1999. He first worked in Seattle as a claims administrator for plaintiffs’ counsel in representing commercial fishermen and Alaska Natives impacted by the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill of 1989. After many years in Yakima as an investigator and paralegal, Taylor then founded his own business as a licensed private investigator and process server. His experience with both sides of personal injury litigation and diligence and kindness in all his work make Taylor a tremendous resource for our clients, attorneys, and staff.

In his spare time, Taylor plays the guitar and writes music. He studies Shudokan Karate and has obtained his first-degree black belt. He takes pride in working hard for those injured in motor vehicle accidents and medical malpractice claims.

Talia Layman

Paralegal

Talia joined Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers in 2019. She has earned her Associate of Applied Science degree in Paralegal studies from Highline College. In her time with the firm, Talia has learned to handle a wide variety of duties, including auditing ledgers, answering discovery, and drafting documents to comply with court deadlines. Currently, she provides support to litigation attorney Cynthia Park. Talia strives for excellence in her work and is known for her conscientiousness and integrity.

Talia was born and raised in Washington. Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering, hiking, and spending time with friends.

Tatyana Martynova

Bookkeeper

Tatyana joined our team at Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers in 2019. For most of her life, she has lived in Tacoma. She is a graduate of Tacoma Community College and the University of Washington. She has experience in various fields, from office administration to interpreting. Tatyana maintains a broad range of duties, including accounts payable, office administration, and technical support, and assists the senior paralegal, Lola Serna. Tatyana speaks English and is fluent in Russian.

She enjoys outdoor activities outside of work, including hiking, jogging, and biking. She also appreciates art and occasionally likes to draw and paint with acrylics.

Michael Lis-Sette

Paralegal

Michael grew up on the east side of Lake Washington, where he still lives. He graduated from Seattle University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and then completed his paralegal certificate at Edmonds Community College.

Michael joined Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers in 2013 and works as a Paralegal for Mitchel Pinedo’s team. While working on a case, Michael aims to make sure everything is as easy for the client as possible as their claim moves forward. He really appreciates the fact that his team focuses on getting the best results possible for their clients.

When not at work, you may find Michael spending time with his dog outdoors, cooking up something amazing in the kitchen, or staying in Cannon Beach, Oregon, or London, England. As he puts it, Cannon Beach is “the most boring place on Earth and my absolute favorite place to be.” He also enjoys reading, writing, and traveling to new places.

Natalie Shermer

Legal Assistant

Natalie is a valued member of the firm, working closely with Liandra as a legal assistant. She has been working in the legal field since 2019 after graduating from Purdue University Global. Natalie began her career as a litigation assistant at a local defense firm. Luckily, she knew quickly that it was not the right fit and joined us at Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers. For her, being on the Plaintiff’s side feels more rewarding as it gives positivity back to the community by assisting the injured instead of working against them. She loves interacting closely with each client and seeing up close how she can add value.

Natalie is hardworking, reliable, and always ready to lend a hand when needed. When time allows, she enjoys volunteering at local shelters. Her education includes experience and training in the culinary arts, where she’s even had the opportunity to work with renowned chefs in the Seattle area. Natalie loves spending her free time with friends and family.

Paula Burger

Case Manager

Paula joined Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers as a Case Manager and is on a team with Liandra. She began her career in the legal field eight years ago when she decided to return to the workforce after being a stay-at-home mom to her three children. Her experience as a paralegal for both plaintiff and defense firms has provided her with a well-rounded perspective when it comes to personal injury cases. She works hard on behalf of her clients, communicating directly with insurance adjusters, tracking bills and payments, organizing clients’ records and facilitating settlements.

In her spare time Paula enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her greatest joy has been being able to watch her children grow and develop into amazing young adults. 

Justin Smith

Operations Manager

Justin is our leader in all Operations throughout the entire firm.  He brings 20+ years of successful organizational leadership and continuous improvement with a B.A. in Aviation Technology Management.  Justin is responsible for supporting both customers and employees through the non-legal operational processes of your injury claim. He has spent most of his career coaching others, solving problems, and managing operational systems within the Aerospace Manufacturing and E-Commerce Industries at all levels.  

In his current role with Park Chenaur, he oversees all initiatives related to customer relations, project management, and HR; all focused on creating the best service possible for you. He has a proven track record of leading diverse teams through streamlining processes, quality improvement, and customer service dedicated to customer satisfaction is the top priority.  He uses his lean Methodology and ISO Standards background to approach improving the complicated process of getting what you deserve.  

Justin was raised in Yakima while playing Football and Baseball growing up and then living in Oklahoma for 10 years before moving back in 2015.  He is an avid Mariners/Seahawks fan and loves traveling, cooking, camping in the PNW, and Skiing! His mission and passion are to make your experience with Park Chenaur Injury Lawyers as easy as possible for you during this challenging time of your life.  

Mallorie

Mallorie is a skilled communicator and a passionate advocate for those in need. She joined the firm as our Legal Intake Specialist, bringing a rich background of legal education and experience to the role. After earning her J.D. from Stanford Law School, Mallorie began her legal career as a Public Defense Attorney in San Francisco. Mallorie loved building relationships with their clients, yet she found litigation to be tedious and draining. Once she moved to Washington, she decided to transition into a role where she could prioritize connecting with people. Now, Mallorie looks forward to coming to work every day to interview/onboard potential new clients. Her legal background makes them a knowledgeable resource for people seeking help from our firm. 

Mallorie cherishes spending time with her family, including their two cats Haines and Pippin. In her free time, you will often find Mallorie exploring the many beautiful hiking and backpacking trails in the area or trying new routes at the local rock-climbing gym. Mallorie also loves to exercise her creative muscles by testing new recipes, sketching, painting, crafting, writing music, and poetry