Meet the TeamConozca al Equipo

Brandon served on the City of Scottsdale’s Diversity Advisory Committee (DAC) from 2008 – 2015, where he worked in collaboration with fellow DAC members, the Executive Committee and local community members on an array of diversity related initiatives including the City’s first annual Unity Festival, Hispanic Heritage Festival, Juneteenth, and many others.

While attending law school, Brandon volunteered with organizations and participated in events such as Lawyers as Peacekeepers, National Adoption Day, and Wills for Heroes, graduating with a Pro Bono distinction. He also served as President of the Jewish Law Student Association and was a member of the Faculty Diversity Committee.

From 2012-2013, Brandon served on the Board of Directors for One-n-Ten, a local non-profit that serves homeless and impoverished LGBTQ youth. This work included providing housing to homeless youth, developing and growing the nation’s largest LGBTQ summer camp, and developing Arizona’s first bully-free high school, Q High, where children can learn and earn their high school diplomas in a safe and welcoming environment.

Since 2013, Brandon continues to serve on the Board for the Arizona Jewish Lawyers Association, where he coordinates philanthropic, social, networking, and continuing legal education opportunities.

Brandon also worked over a decade with children and young adults with special needs. He has volunteered with organizations such as Arizona Special Olympics, Miracle League of Arizona, as well as Gesher Disability Resources for which Brandon served on the Board of Directors from 2016-2019.

Originally from Chicago, Brandon relocated to the Phoenix Valley in 2003. He has proven to be a diversity competent individual and committed community leader. When not working, Brandon enjoys spending time with his wife Rachel and their children, Layla, Joseph and Jacob. Together, they enjoy everything outdoors, traveling, and culinary adventures.

Danelle is known not only for her legal acumen but also for her genuine compassion and empathy towards her clients.

She firmly believes in building strong attorney-client relationships based on trust and open communication, ensuring that her clients feel supported throughout the legal process.

In addition to her work, Danelle actively participates in various legal associations and continuing education classes, continuously seeking opportunities to further enhance her skills and stay on top of the latest developments in litigation law.

Beyond the courtroom, Danelle enjoys spending time with her two children, playing golf, and playing competitive pickleball. Danelle is known by all for her competitive spirit and definitely someone you want on your side fighting for you.

Over the course of his career, he has tried more than 30 jury trials and participated in hundreds of arbitrations and mediations, giving him deep insight into how cases are evaluated, defended, and resolved. “Mike’s experience is a tremendous asset to our clients and our litigation team,” said Danelle Perata, Managing Attorney at Lebovitz Law Group.

“His extensive background in insurance defense gives him a strategic advantage that directly translates into stronger case preparation and better outcomes.

He understands how insurers think, negotiate, and litigate, and that knowledge is invaluable in advocating for injured Arizonans.” Yohler shared his enthusiasm about joining the firm, stating, “Lebovitz Law Group has built an outstanding reputation for both results and integrity. I was drawn to the firm’s client-first approach, its commitment to the Phoenix community, and its readiness to take cases to trial when that’s what justice requires. I’m excited to bring my experience to a team that truly puts people first.” Outside of work, Yohler enjoys exercising, supporting Arizona’s local sports teams, reading, and spending time with his family. His strong Arizona roots and trial-tested approach align seamlessly with Lebovitz Law Group’s mission and values.

He also has a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Baruch College/CUNY, which he earned in 1975. Before law school, Barry worked twelve years in social services, primarily with at-risk youth and in homeless shelters/transitional living programs for families and/or adolescents.

When not working, Barry relieves his stress by drawing and building plastic and resin figurine model kits. Between college and graduate school, Barry attended a one-year workshop on how to draw comic books, taught by famed Marvel Comic Artist John Buscema, after which Barry self-published his own sword & sorcery comic book in 1981 (selling copies as far away as Japan).