Danessa is a third year law student at Notre Dame of Marbel University College of Law in the Philippines. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, major in American Studies, from Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City, Philippines. She brings several years of experience as a Paralegal and Legal Assistant, having supported attorneys across a broad range of practice areas, including civil and criminal litigation, employment and labor law, family law, and corporate law.
Shana Finkel
Shana joins Vasseghi Law Group as a legal assistant. She began her career in Washington, DC at private-sector law firms specializing in intellectual property. She then worked in administrative roles at the U.S. Department of State, both overseas and domestic. Shana served in Shanghai, China, working at the U.S. Consulate as a human resources assistant and then in the Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs as a program assistant. She is the recipient of Franklin and Meritorious Honor Awards. In addition to Shanghai, Shana has served in Beijing and Singapore. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Culture from Indiana University, where she graduated with academic honors.
Thirusha Adam
Thirusha has over a decade of experience in the legal industry. Thirusha has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience through exposure in an array of practice areas, with her primary focus being on civil litigation and commercial and corporate law.
She successfully pursued and completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal in Durban, South Africa. And after subsequently completing her articles of clerkship, she was admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa. During her career, she has worked in both the private and public sectors including the private law firms and the country’s Department of Justice and Constitutional Development.
Thirusha’s experience over the years has enabled her to adapt and enhance her skill set. She is eager to contribute to the firm and provide all the necessary support needed to Vasseghi Law Group’s legal team.
Education:
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal – Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Alexis Stewart
Alexis is a senior at George Mason University, working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in International Security and Law. She interned at GDIT as a Contracts Administration Associate Intern, where she reviewed NDAs and non-competes. She also brings experience as a paralegal, having worked in family law, supporting attorneys through the fast‑moving demands of cases involving divorce, custody, child support, and related matters.
Annamaria Shafer
Annamaria is a foreign-trained lawyer currently pursuing her LL.M. in U.S. Law at Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University. She earned her Master of Laws degree from the Faculty of Law at Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia, and studied one semester at Università degli Studi di Milano-Bicocca in Milan, Italy, as part of her master’s program.
Before moving to the United States, Annamaria worked as a lawyer in Slovakia, gaining experience in legal research, drafting, and supporting a variety of legal and business matters. She also volunteers at the Family Court Self-Help Center at the D.C. Superior Court. She brings an international perspective, a passion for the law, and a strong commitment to helping clients as a part of the Vasseghi Law Group team.
Stephanie Kline
With over 15 years of distinguished experience in financial management and operational leadership, Stephanie brings a unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on expertise to her role as Director of Finance and Operations. She spearheads the firm’s financial planning and reporting functions, drives operational excellence, and ensures regulatory compliance across payroll, benefits, and insurance administration.
Renowned for her precision, analytical rigor, and command of GAAP and internal controls, Stephanie plays a pivotal role in driving organizational efficiency and supporting long-term growth. Her career includes leadership roles across both public accounting and corporate finance, including work with Fortune 500 companies. A Certified Public Accountant, Stephanie’s work is guided by a commitment to excellence, integrity, and the seamless integration of financial strategy and operations.