Joseph A. Blaszkow
Attorney
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.
Marta M. Diaz
Immigration Attorney
Marta received her JD from George Mason Law School where she headed the Immigration Law Society and was recognized for her achievements in pro bono work. She has an MA in Latin American Studies from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service and received her BA in Political Science from Villanova University.
Marta is a fluent Spanish speaker. She also speaks Portuguese and Italian. During her free time, Marta loves practicing yoga, going out for long walks, baking, and checking out new restaurants and cuisines. She is also an avid music lover. Marta enjoys volunteering her time with various non-profits in the area to provide legal assistance to low-income immigrants. She has always had a passion for helping others and working with people who generally do not have access to legal services. She firmly believes in the importance of empowering others.
Kevin T. Rivera
Attorney
Attorney Kevin T. Rivera earned his J.D. from William & Mary Law School in 2019, and has since gained experience in multiple areas of the law. His career has led him to non-profit work, as well as practice in environmental, election, and personal injury law. Kevin’s broad background has prepared him to handle a variety of issues. Reach out to him at Blaszkow Legal, PLLC, to get started on your case in Alexandria, Virginia.
Matt
Chief Paralegal and Investigator
Matt has served the firm since late 2014, starting as a paralegal, and as the office expanded, as Chief Paralegal. Matt is a former law enforcement officer, who specialized in traffic enforcement and accident investigations. Matt brings that experience into law and serves as the firm's investigator when necessary. He is a certified paralegal and is currently studying for his advanced paralegal exam.
Matt is an avid railfan, and when not in the office, can usually be found watching trains or stooped over his hobby desk, painting miniature locomotives.
Barbara
Legal Assistant
Barbara is the right hand of the firm's principal attorney, assisting 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.
