MEET THE TEAM
Sean Greenwood
Attorney
Practicing law since 1991, Sean has handled vaccine cases for 16 years. His experience and dedication are crucial to protecting your rights and recovering the compensation you deserve. Sean works with well-qualified neurologists, immunologists, and other specialists to prepare and present the best case for you. He is licensed in Texas and the Federal Court of Claims in Washington D.C. Sean can represent vaccine clients from all 50 states.
Janell Ochoa
Attorney
Janell was born and raised in El Paso, Texas. Janell attended Texas Tech University, where she graduated with two bachelor’s degrees one in Political Science and the other in Spanish. Janell then went on to receive her law degree from South Texas College of law. While in law school, Janell was president of the health law society, Hispanic student association, and part of a panel of students who interviewed potential law professors. Janell also received CALI awards for having the highest grade across several courses. Janell’s goal is to diligently work for each of her clients regardless of the severity of their injury. Janell handles all cases with the client’s goals in mind in order to achieve the best possible outcome. Outside of the office, Janell enjoys going to movie premieres, reading, and swimming
John Hebert
Attorney
John Hebert Jr. was born and raised in Pasadena, Texas. John earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Houston and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center. John was a law clerk for several law firms in the Greater Houston Area where he gained valuable experience in employment, civil, and complex litigation. John is goal oriented, hardworking, and dedicated to the pursuit of mastering the civil litigation process to effectively resolve client’s legal issues. John believes that favorable legal outcomes require open collaboration and communication between clients and attorneys. John spends his spare time with friends and family and is usually found on his patio wearing slippers and reading a book.
Zafar "Zaf" Tahir
Attorney
Mr. Tahir serves as the Commissioner for Houston Planning and Houston Airports. Mr. Tahir has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cullen College (’84) and an MBA from Bauer (’99,) both at UH, and a J.D. from Thurgood Marshall (2013.) He is licensed in the State of Texas as an Attorney and as a Professional Engineer (Inactive status). He is married to Yasmeen who works for Northwestern Mutual Life. They have two boys - Emad works for PWC as an Accountant and Farhad works for Shell in procurement. Tahir became a business owner in 1996. He was in the gasoline business with Exxon, Phillips 66, Mobil, and ConocoPhillips from 1996-2012. Mr. Tahir served as the President of a Trade group called “STADA” South Texas Area Dealers Association, that won a case in federal court representing gasoline dealers against Exxon (Mathis v. Exxon). Tahir also owned Taji Controls & Instrumentation from 1996-2009, an engineering & technology consulting firm. Tahir served as President of ISDI, an international development & consulting firm on various projects in South Asia and the Middle East (2004-2009.) Currently Mr. Tahir has a consulting and legal practice in Houston, that focuses on business litigation, international law and development & engineering related activities. Mr. Tahir serves on the Board of UH Bauer College of Business. He is a founding Board Member of the Islamic Arts Society and serves as the Chair of the Islamic Society of Greater Houston’s Government & Public Affairs division. He is also a founding Board Member of YOUR HOUSTON a non-profit Houston region advocacy group. In the past Mr. Tahir has served on the Boards of the Asia Society and Crime Stoppers.
Jonathan Krupa
Paralegal
Jonathan was born and raised near Syracuse, New York. Before earning his Paralegal certification from Duke University, Jonathan attended SUNY Oswego to earn his bachelor's degree in public justice. Jonathan assists the firm's attorneys in drafting and filing papers, communicating with clients, retrieving medical records, and maintaining case files. Jonathan likes to compete in virtual racing leagues and watch his favorite sports teams play baseball and hockey.
Gladys Garcia
Office Administrator/Case Manager
Gladys was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She currently attends the University of Houston where she is on the Dean’s List pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accountancy. Gladys handles everything in the office, including bookkeeping, case management, medical records, calendaring, and technology. In her spare time, Gladys likes to travel, spend time with her two Chihuahuas, works out, and explores the city.