As a member of the firm’s Regulatory & Investigations practice group, Bradley assists clients across the world with regulatory compliance and enforcement matters, as well as related litigation. He helps support foreign and domestic individuals and corporate clients with successfully navigating complex regulatory requirements within the international trade and government contracts and grants space.
Prior to joining Reed Smith, Bradley interned in Business and Legal Affairs at United Talent Agency, served as an honors intern for the Office of the Strategic Hub for Innovation and Financial Technology (FinHub) at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and worked for a D.C. think tank where he focused on developments in proposed cryptocurrency regulations in the United States and the European Union. He also served as a judicial intern with the D.C. Superior Court, where he gained experience preparing legal memoranda, making recommendations regarding findings of probable cause, and assisting with over 80 traffic citation diversion hearings, criminal arraignments, and presentments.
Kari D. Fleming is an associate in the firm's Medical Malpractice & Healthcare Practice Area.
Prior to joining Frilot, Ms. Fleming served as the Law Clerk to Judge Omar Mason at the Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. She received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University of New Orleans College of Law, where she was the Dean’s Scholarship Recipient (2014-2017). While in law school, Ms. Fleming served as Vice President of the Black Law Student Association and was named the Executive Board Member of the Year. Before law school, Ms. Fleming graduated cum laude from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and a Minor in Business.
Ms. Fleming is a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society, and the New Orleans Bar Association.
Mollie A. Ponds is an associate in the firm's Medical Malpractice and Healthcare section. She earned her Juris Doctorate, cum laude, from Southern University Law Center, where she also received certification in Public Interest Law.
During law school, Mollie gained extensive legal experience, serving as Vice President of the Criminal Law Society and as a member of the National Bar Association Women Lawyers Division. She clerked for the 19th Judicial District of Louisiana, participated in the Juvenile Justice Law Clinic, worked as a legislative aide in the Louisiana State Senate, and interned with the General Counsel Department at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City.
Mollie further developed her legal expertise as a judicial law clerk for both the First City Court of New Orleans and the 19th Judicial District of Louisiana, advising judges on daily dockets, managing case materials, and preparing legal recommendations.
In addition to her legal career, Mollie is deeply involved in community service. She is a Board Member of the New Orleans Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. She has also been recognized for her commitment to civil rights, serving on the Executive Committee of the NAACP and being selected as a 2022 Amos C. Brown Fellow by the National NAACP. Through this fellowship, she traveled to Ghana to engage in cultural immersion and international social justice initiatives.
Mollie is admitted to practice law in both Louisiana and Missouri and is an active member of the Louisiana and New Orleans Bar Associations, the Greater New Orleans Louis A. Martinet Legal Society, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She holds certifications in Public Interest Law and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, demonstrating her dedication to both legal and social justice causes.
Steph is an associate in the firm’s Private Client Services practice.
Stephanie (Steph) Turcios focuses on tax-efficient estate planning, including wills, powers of attorney, and revocable living trusts. Steph also devotes time to pro bono cases tailored to estate planning and helping veterans.
Steph earned her J.D. from the University of Washington, where she served as a media editor of The Washington Journal of Law, Technology & Arts, and served as a legal extern at the Washington Supreme Court for the Honorable Justice Mary Yu. Steph is also pursuing her Tax LL.M. at the University of Washington.
Steph mentors law students interested in estate planning and speaks annually at the Loren Miller Bar Association Bar Prep program.
In the competitive legal field, where precision, advocacy, and dedication are essential, Jayson Rivera stands out for his commitment to excellence, originality, and client service. Specializing in complex litigation, real estate, insurance defense, and estate planning, Rivera has established himself as a promising attorney serving clients throughout the Tri-State area. Licensed to practice in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, he brings extensive knowledge and professionalism to a diverse range of legal matters.
What distinguishes Rivera is not only his ability to navigate complex legal issues but also his commitment to breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes within the legal profession. His practice is built on originality and a client-first approach, with an emphasis on delivering high-quality legal services tailored to each client's unique needs. Whether handling complex real estate transactions, litigating disputes, or advocating for fair compensation, Rivera approaches every matter with diligence and a commitment to achieving meaningful results.
Beyond his legal practice, Rivera is deeply committed to community empowerment and mentorship. Recognizing the challenges faced by aspiring attorneys, he dedicates his time to mentoring individuals pursuing law school and preparing for the Bar Exam. His mentorship extends beyond academic guidance, offering encouragement, practical insight, and strategies to help future attorneys navigate the demanding legal profession.
Driven by a vision of justice and equity, Rivera is committed to providing quality legal representation while empowering individuals through knowledge and advocacy. He understands the responsibility that comes with serving his clients and strives to ensure they receive the representation and guidance they deserve, whether pursuing fair compensation in litigation or helping families protect their futures through thoughtful estate planning.