Sonia Chakalo
Senior Legal Assistant
SChakalo@wlhr.legal
Sonia joined the firm in November 2017. She brought 15 years of experience in litigation, including insurance property loss, breach of contract, personal injury, and employment law. Sonia obtained her Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies in 2002, and prior to that, she studied chemical engineering in Europe.
Danin Formanski tyan
Senior Legal Assistant
DTyan@wlhr.legal
Danin joined the firm in July 2021. She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Prior to joining the firm, she worked as a Paralegal for a family and criminal law firm in Oklahoma for six years. She enjoys anything outdoors and is obsessed with her two dogs.
Taryn Tomassetti
Legal Assistant
TTomassetti@wlhr.legal
Taryn joined the firm in September 2024. She graduated from Texas Christian University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology. She worked previously as a Legal Assistant at a Guardianship and Trust law firm in Seattle. She loves painting, sewing, and going on hikes with her dog.
Legal Assistant
Sierra Blair
Miracle Woods
Paralegal
MWoods@wlhr.legal
Miracle Woods, A U.S. Navy veteran, brings a disciplined, mission-focused, and solutions-oriented mindset to her work. She holds an Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies, a Bachelor of Applied Science in Healthcare Administration, and a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration, giving her a unique ability to navigate legal issues involving healthcare, regulatory compliance, and policy-driven environments. Miracle is a seasoned Paralegal with over a decade of experience supporting complex legal matters across civil litigation, mass torts, personal injury, real estate, and corporate law. She brings advanced expertise in legal research, writing, case strategy support, and e-discovery, along with a strong commitment to precision, client advocacy, and equitable access to justice.
Miracle is proficient in industry-leading legal and case management tools, including Westlaw, LexisNexis, Relativity, PACER, and Microsoft 365, enabling her to efficiently manage high-volume matters and complex document workflows. Her background spans both private practice and government services. Including senior roles in mass tort litigation and regulatory legal support.
Known for her professionalism, analytical skills, and commitment to client service, Miracle is dedicated to supporting effective legal advocacy and strengthening outcomes for the attorneys and clients she serves.
NAIVY AROCHA
Naivy recently relocated to Seattle from Miami. She brings 8 years of litigation experience to WLHR. She earned her Associate of Science degree from Miami Dade College in 2021, and she is expected to graduate with her Paralegal Studies Certificate from Florida International University in December 2025. Outside of work, she enjoys drawing and spending time with her partner and their Mini Golden Doodle, Marley. She loves exploring new restaurants and coffee shops.
Legal Assistant
NArocha@wlhr.legal
SBlair@wlhr.legal
Sierra joined the firm in April 2024. She obtained her B.A. in both Political Science and Philosophy at the University of Washington and intends to enroll in law school in 2025. You will often find Sierra volunteering at the Seattle Municipal Court or searching for another cat to adopt.
Milla Espinoza
Legal Assistant
MEspinoza@wlhr.legal
Milla obtained her BA in English Literature from Seattle University in 2021. She is the first-born daughter of immigrant parents and the first in her family to pursue a career in law. Milla attended the APR 6 Law Clerk Program for two years before taking leave. She hopes to return to the program soon. She has 7 years of experience as a Legal Assistant and is always eager to tackle new challenges that offer opportunities for growth. When not working, she enjoys reading books on her Kindle, cooking new recipes, taking her Spaniel on hikes, and spending quality time with her husband and her son.
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