MEET THE TEAM
Joseph A. Blaszkow
Attorney/CEO
Attorney Joseph A. Blaszkow is a dedicated professional in the field of personal injury and civil litigation, and has been winning cases for his clients since 1981. He has amassed 40 years of experience, litigating cases in Maryland, Virginia, and the District, as well as appellate Courts and the US District Courts in the three jurisdictions. Mr. Blaszkow was also one of the first attorneys in the Commonwealth of Virginia to obtain punitive damages against a drunk driver who had injured his client. In his personal time, Mr. Blaszkow is an avid fan of baseball and is a dedicated bike rider, attending events throughout the area.
Kevin Brosnan
Associate Attorney
Kevin is a graduate of St. John’s University School of Law. During his studies, he worked for the in-house counsel of a Manhattan commercial automobile insurer. He is admitted to practice law in both Virginia and Maryland.
Kevin is a New York native, and is enjoying the smaller quantity of snow here in the DC-area! Outside the office, Kevin is a passionate fan of English soccer and enjoys running.
Cory Nigrin
Associate Attorney
Cory recently graduated from George Washington University Law in 2023. Originally from Baltimore, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Miami in 2020, where he developed a strong foundation in legal studies. Beyond his legal pursuits, Cory enjoys playing the piano and producing music in his free time.
Garner Nottingham
Associate Attorney
Garner is an Associate Attorney with Blaszkow Legal, having served first as a law clerk and now, after graduating law school, as a trial lawyer!
He is a graduate of the George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School in May, 2024. Prior to Law School, Garner graduated in 2020 from Denison University, in Granville, Ohio, with a bachelors of art degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics.
Talyea
Chief Paralegal
Talyea is a 2021 summa cum laude graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, who pursued a degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in psychology. Throughout college, she spent most of her free time mentoring youth and helping them to resources and opportunities that weren't readily available or accessible to them. She enjoys empowering those around her and members of her community. Talyea currently serves as a paralegal within the firm and assists attorneys with personal injury pre-litigation and litigation matters. Talyea is currently studying for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), as she has the aspirations of attending law school to become an attorney in the near future.
During her free time, Talyea likes to travel and admire fashion and food trends around the world.
Talyea was promoted from Paralegal to Chief Paralegal in December 2024, and now assists in supervising all support staff!
Luis
Paralegal
Luis graduated magna cum laude from George Mason University in the Spring of 2024, with a B.S. in Criminology and minors in Legal Studies and Intelligence Studies. During his internships and undergraduate studies, Luis developed a strong passion for the legal field, gaining hands-on experience from numerous former attorneys and federal government workers.
Luis currently serves as a paralegal at the firm, where he assists attorneys with personal injury pre-litigation and litigation matters. Luis will begin studying for the LSAT and wishes to attend law school in the near future. In his free time, Luis enjoys working out, exploring new restaurants, and keeping up with soccer [football!] across various world leagues.
Melissa
Paralegal
Melissa is a paralegal with 9 years of experience where she assists attorneys with personal injury pre-litigation and litigation matters. Melissa is currently studying for the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), as she has the aspirations of attending law school to become an attorney in the near future. Melissa is bilingual (English and Spanish), and she is a certified notary. Her commitment to success is matched only by my dedication to my role as a mother, a journey that has instilled in her both strength and empathy. Melissa is an avid reader and she believes in the transformative power of knowledge and storytelling.
Melissa is inspired by her five children and her four grandchildren. In her free time, Melissa likes to hike, exercise, and paint with her friends. Melissa also enjoys taking photos and aspires to open her own art gallery.
Barbara
Legal Assistant / Assistant to Joseph Blaszkow
Barbara is, to most people, the smiling face of the firm and is often the first member of the team that new clients meet at our reception desk. She also assists in scheduling, filing, and other administrative work. Though her work is primarily behind the scenes, she is a very important part of the firm's structure. Barbara has recently taken on additional responsibilities related to billing and accounting. Barbara is a patron of the arts and can regularly be spied at the Kennedy Center. She is a former professional ballerina.
Long
Bookkeeper
Long is the Bookkeeper at Blaszkow Legal, and is a very recent addition to our team. Long has 4 years of experience in various bookkeeping and administrative roles, beginning with FairVote, a non-profit organization.
He is currently studying to become a certified accountant!