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MEET PARALEGAL
Lucelda “Lucy” Armenta is a paralegal with Criss & Rousseau Law Firm. She is a service connected, combat-disabled veteran of the United States Army following her 20+ years on active duty as a Military Policewoman. She served in various positions while on active duty, including twice as a First Sergeant at Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood). Her deployments include Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Joint Endeavor-Guard and Joint Forge. She assists the attorney and senior paralegal to conduct reoccurring legal and factual research and writing, as assigned, utilizing all applicable legal research tools available. She provides a wide range of legal support and administrative services in support of the law firm. She earned her B.A. in Political Science at San Jose State University and her paralegal certificate at DeAnza College.
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MEET SENIOR PARALEGAL
Krystal Todd is a Senior Paralegal at the Criss & Rousseau Law Firm. Since starting at the firm in January 2020 as the receptionist she worked her way up to senior paralegal. She received her associate degree and paralegal certificate from Northwestern State University in 2019. Her passion for helping Veteran’s stems from her husband’s 22 years of service in the U.S. Army. Krystal’s primary duties consist of researching, gathering information, and preparing documents to assist Veteran’s with their appeals. She is responsible for overseeing and managing the firm’s case flow. Krystal also assists our Veterans in preparing for VA Compensation and Pension exams and answering our clients questions regarding their case status. Ms. Todd strives to continue to learn and assist clients and our staff in the most effective way possible.
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MEET RECEPTIONIST
MaKayla is the Receptionist at the Criss & Rousseau Law Firm. She is the first person you speak to when contacting the Firm. She will also be the person greeting you and making you feel welcome when you come into the office. She works with potential new clients to get all the necessary information for initial consultations and the schedules interviews with the attorney. She has her Associates in Paralegal Studies and is continuing her studies for her Paralegal Certification. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring new hobbies like photography and baking.
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MEET MEDICAL RECORD SPECIALIST
Micaela Lopez began her journey here at Criss & Rousseau as a receptionist in July 2020 and currently serves in the role of Client Services. In this capacity, she handles all initial documentation, provides administrative support, and meticulously gathers medical records for VA disability appeals. Building strong professional relationships with our clients is incredibly important to her, and she approaches every interaction with compassion, dedication, and respect, particularly when working with veterans and their families. As a military spouse to a retired disabled veteran for 29 years, she has a deep understanding for the sacrifices and challenges faced by veterans and their families. She considers it a privilege to support them through their legal journey. Outside of the office, she cherishes spending quality time with family, including our beloved yorkie, Pixie. Whether exploring new destinations or simply enjoying moments together at home, family time is precious to her. Additionally, she loves to travel and discover new cultures and experiences whenever she has the opportunity.
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At Criss & Rousseau Law Firm LLP, we bring a wealth of experience from direct military experience and previous VA disability appeal cases that allows us to navigate whatever difficulties our clients are facing. We are highly effective litigators who understand a wide range of areas of the law.
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27
YEARS
OF MILITARY
EXPERIENCE
&
10 YEARS
OF
DISABILITY
APPEAL
Richard W. Rousseau is the best attorney I have ever had. He always treated me with respect, dignity, and compassion. He made me feel like I was part of his family, not just another client. He fought hard for my rights and interests and never gave up on me. He deserves more than five stars; he deserves a medal.
-JR
Dear Rick, Monday was the one year anniversary of my husband's death. There are so many ways I miss him and so many things I would like to tell him. I would like him to know how diligently you worked on the case he brought to you. I appreciate greatly that you finished up the work that he entrusted to you. You won the case for him. Beyond the additional finances, which are appreciated, there is another victory: the acknowledgment of my husband's services and the ultimate cost he paid for his allegiance to our country. Thank you for both victories.
– J.T.
Rick Rousseau and his team at the Criss & Rousseau Law firm handled my affairs and legal needs in a timely and professional manner. I very much appreciated the attention to detail and the warm and inviting atmosphere. If you are a veteran it would be well worth your time to visit with this retired JAG officer.
-S.B.
Rick Rousseau was a life saver for me… He guided me through all of the stumbling blocks of putting together a Power of Attorney and educated me on Medicare and Medicaid. My trip to Texas was quick and efficient thanks to his guidance – if it hadn’t been for his help there would have been many wasted hours and expense. I would strongly recommend Rick and his firm to anyone in a similar set of circumstances.
–R.W.
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