Staff Committed To Service & Excellence

Director of Firm Growth & Development

Kristen Roseman

Kristen Rosmean has been in the community association industry for 14 years and currently serves as The Director of Growth and Development for Roseman Law, APC. Prior to joining our team, Kristen worked in the industry as a General Manager at one of the most renowned high amenity, active adult communities in the nation, leading a staff of 80 team members. She was trusted with managing the community’s $4 million/year dining services contract as well as annually budgeted spending of more than $12 million. Kristen then went on to become a Regional Director overseeing both staff and communities in Orange and San Diego Counties. Kristen was promoted to Vice President of Culture and Development with PMP Management and worked creatively to attract, engage and retain both clients and staff in an industry that commonly experience high levels of turnover.

Kristen has been a member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) for 12 years and has served on several committees over the years. She holds both her CMCA and AMS designations. Kristen describes herself as a life-long student, committed to growth in her areas of expertise. She is an experienced speaker and has written various curriculum and training courses focusing on Personal and Professional Development in the Work Environment. Kristen is currently finishing her Masters in Education with a specialization in Developmental Psychology. In addition, Kristen loves staying busy with her two boys and travelling with her husband, Steve. She is also a country music fan, does not miss an Episode of Dateline and given the choice, will always choose a day at the beach!

Director of Business Development

Emma Zaboth

Emma Zaboth is the Director of Business Development for Roseman Law, APC, overseeing the firm’s growth and client engagement efforts across Orange County and San Diego. Since joining Roseman Law in 2019, she has played a key role in fostering meaningful relationships and coordinating impactful educational programs that bring value to both clients and industry partners.

With a strong foundation in marketing and client relations, Emma’s career spans the HOA, construction, real estate, and insurance industries. Prior to joining Roseman Law, she served as Marketing Manager for a Southern California general contractor specializing in homeowner’s associations, where she managed client accounts, led projects from concept to completion, and cultivated new business opportunities. Her earlier roles in real estate marketing and insurance provided her with a deep understanding of customer service and operational excellence.

Emma is passionate about helping clients succeed and takes pride in delivering professional, personalized service with integrity and care. She is an active member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI), where she currently serves as Chair of the Orange County Chapter’s Membership Committee, Chair of the San Diego Membership Committee, and a dedicated member of several social committees. Emma also serves on the Board of Directors of the Orange County Chapter.

Outside of work, Emma enjoys spending time with her family, seeking out new adventures, and starting her mornings with a great workout.

Business Development and Marketing Manager

Tatiana Jae

Tatiana Jae joined Roseman Law, APC in 2021 and serves as the firm’s Business Development and Marketing Manager. She leads both business development and regional marketing efforts across multiple markets, including Los Angeles County and Ventura County, with a focus on relationship-driven growth, brand visibility and long-term client engagement. Tatiana is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with prospective and current clients, overseeing region-specific marketing initiatives, coordinating educational and networking events, and serving as a key client relations liaison for the regions she represents.

In addition, Ms. Jae leads the firm’s digital marketing strategy across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn platforms. As a creative digital storyteller, Tatiana develops engaging content that showcases
the firm’s expertise, thought leadership, events, and culture, while fostering authentic connection with the communities Roseman Law serves. She is passionate about creating meaningful, visually compelling messaging and thrives in a collaborative, creative work environment. Tatiana values her role at Roseman Law for the opportunity to connect with people, think creatively, and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and visibility.

Tatiana is an active member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) and is involved with both the Channel Islands and Greater Los Angeles Chapters. With the CAI-Channel Islands Chapter, she serves on the Board of Directors and is the Chair of the Social Media Committee. With the CAI-Greater Los Angeles Chapter, she serves as Chair of the Marketing and PR Committee and is an active volunteer on the Outreach Committee.

Prior to joining our team, Ms. Jae graduated Magna Cum Laude from Loyola Marymount University in May of 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in communication studies. In Ms. Jae’s free time, she loves to hit the gym and spend time with family and friends.

Business Development Manager

Gina Roldan

Gina Roldan has joined Roseman Law, APC, as part of our Business Development Team. Gina has over 20 years of experience in the CID industry and has been a very active member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) Chapters in Southern California and Nevada.

Before joining Roseman Law, APC, Gina held various positions that advanced her career in the common interest development industry. Her leadership is evident through her long-standing involvement with CAI, where she has chaired multiple committees, served on the CAI National Business Partner Council, and served on the CAI-GRIE board of directors as Treasurer and Chapter President in 2022.

Outside of work, Gina enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, crocheting, and teaching four different fitness formats as an instructor.

Senior Paralegal & Director of Collections

Amanda DeVaul

Amanda De Vaul is a licensed paralegal with a background in assessment collections. Ms. De Vaul has worked with multiple homeowners associations in California and has provided both non-judicial and judicial foreclosure collection services for over 15 years.

Prior to joining our team, Ms. De Vaul supervised the collections department for a law firm that exclusively represented homeowners associations throughout California. Ms. De Vaul and her team recouped over $5,000,000.00 for their clients. She has also worked in the areas of loan modification and debt settlement.At Roseman Law, Ms. De Vaul manages our Asset Collection Enforcement Services (ACES) department while supporting our attorneys with the collection of delinquent assessments. During her time at our firm, she has stated that she values the team aspect of the firm and believes working and collaborating as a team provides quality service to its clients and an opportunity to learn from your colleagues.

Outside of the office, Ms. De Vaul enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and cooking.

Senior Paralegal

Christian Soria

Christian Soria is a licensed paralegal with a strong understanding of bankruptcy, collections, mortgage/foreclosure litigation, and evictions. His legal career spans nearly a decade, and prior to joining our team, Christian assisted the collection department for another law firm that exclusively represented homeowner’s associations. Christian is able to assist in all facets related to the recovery of homeowner association assessments.

At Roseman Law, Christian supports our attorneys with the collection of delinquent assessments and supports our Assessment Collection Enforcement Services (ACES) department. During his time at Roseman Law, Christian has stated he values the collegial aspect of the firm and believes working and collaborating as a team provides a quality service to its clients.

Outside of the office, Christian enjoys spending time with his family, trying new recipes, and riding BMX bikes.

Senior Paralegal

Nuria Hernandez

Nuria Hernandez is a licensed paralegal and joined Roseman Law in 2018. At Roseman Law, Ms. Hernandez has primarily worked on general litigation and construction defect matters, performing legal research, as well as assisting in the drafting of a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, notices, and subpoenas. In addition, she performs administrative duties such as calendaring hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and maintaining pleading and discovery indexes.

Ms. Hernandez values Roseman Law’s firm culture and principles and the growth and success she has experienced since joining our firm. Prior to joining Roseman Law, Ms. Hernandez provided legal and administrative support to attorneys at a firm focused on the protection of tenants’ rights against substandard living conditions.

In her free time, she loves catching sunsets and spending time with her family. Ms. Hernandez graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a minor in Political Science. She obtained her Paralegal Certificate from the University of California, Los Angeles, Extension, where she graduated with honors.

Paralegal

Natasha Cousins

Natasha Cousins is a Paralegal at Roseman Law, APC, in the Assessment Collections Division. At Roseman Law, APC, Natasha works with our attorneys on the collection of delinquent assessments for our clients. She also provides support within the Assessment Collection Enforcement Services (ACES) department.

Prior to joining our team, Natasha worked at a law firm that exclusively represented homeowners’ associations, where she focused on transactional matters. She has also worked in the areas of insurance and wealth management. Natasha obtained her paralegal certificate from the University of California, Los Angeles, Extension. Her goals at Roseman Law, APC include providing exceptional customer service to our clients and developing strong professional relationships. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her family.

Paralegal

Ivan Reyes

Ivan Reyes is an experienced Paralegal with over 15 years of dedicated service in the legal field, currently working in the area of Homeowners Association (HOA) law. Known for his attention to detail and comprehensive understanding of legal procedures, Ivan brings a depth of practical knowledge to his role, supporting attorneys and clients with diligence and professionalism.

He completed the Paralegal Program at Irvine Valley College, where he gained a strong foundation in legal research, writing, and litigation support. Ivan is also a commissioned Notary Public, further expanding the scope of services he is able to provide in legal practice.

Outside of his professional life, Ivan enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two daughters, staying active through regular workouts, and expressing his creativity in the kitchen.

Paralegal

Karla Cespedes

Karla Cespedes is a Licensed Paralegal with extensive experience in legal matters related to Homeowners Associations (HOAs). She began her legal career in 2016 as an Intake Specialist at a workers’ compensation law firm in Costa Mesa, where she was responsible for collecting critical information and initiating claims on behalf of injured workers.

In 2019, Mrs. Cespedes expanded her expertise in HOA law as a Legal Assistant at a law firm in Lake Forest that focused on serving homeowners’ associations. Her strong work ethic and performance led to a promotion to Paralegal following her completion of the Paralegal Certificate Program at the University of California, Irvine, in 2022. Throughout her career, she has supported a broad range of general counsel and litigation matters for homeowners associations across California.

Before joining Roseman Law, Mrs. Cespedes supervised the Collections Department at a law firm exclusively representing HOAs. In addition to overseeing collections, she played an integral role in client development and firm operations.

At Roseman Law, Mrs. Cespedes supports the firm’s attorneys in both General Counsel and Real Estate matters. She values the collaborative environment of the firm, believing that teamwork enhances client service and fosters ongoing professional development.

Outside the office, Mrs. Cespedes enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and volunteering at her children’s school.

Paralegal

Joia Smith

Joia Smith has nearly two decades of legal experience, almost all of which has been spent in support roles for attorneys in the common interest development industry. Starting as a Legal Assistant and eventually being promoted to Paralegal after earning her Paralegal Certificate from Irvine Valley College in 2014. Prior to joining Roseman Law in 2023, Joia worked as a Lead Paralegal, both providing service to attorneys as well as managing a team of Paralegals.

She has a strong background in both Transactional work as well as Litigation. Joia is a Transactional Paralegal at Roseman Law and helps with the training and onboarding of new staff, as well as processes and procedures.

In her time outside of work, Joia volunteers with a local program for the financially vulnerable pet owners, ensuring that these animal companions have proper food, grooming and medical care. She is an avid animal welfare activist and enjoys spending time with her family.

Paralegal

Scott Muniz

Scott Muniz is a paralegal with the law firm of Roseman Law, APC. Prior to joining Roseman Law, Scott served as an in-house paralegal for a title insurance group, concentrating in real estate litigation and title defense and has experience as a paralegal specializing in homeowners associations and common interest developments. In addition to firm and corporate law experiences, Scott also served as a court clerk in the Orange County Superior Court.

Scott obtained his bachelor’s degree from California State University Sacramento and Paralegal Certificate from San Diego State University. Outside of the office, Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and four children at the beach, in Del Mar, and at sporting events.

Legal Assistant

Allison Ybarra

At Roseman Law, Allison is a legal assistant who supports our attorneys with the collection of delinquent assessments and supports our Assessment Collection Enforcement Services (ACES) department.

She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration: Management from California State University, Chico. Prior to joining Roseman Law, Allison worked as an Underwriter for an insurance company where she wrote various types of Court, Contract and Probate Surety Bonds. She also has a strong background in insurance, customer service and risk management.

Outside of the office, Allison enjoys spending time outdoors, going to the beach, cooking and staying active.

Legal Assistant

Marissa Ybarra

Marissa earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton in 2019. After graduation, she began a professional career in the Music Industry. She served in a variety of roles, including label management, social media development, and merchandise management, including product development, e-commerce optimization, and brand strategy.

Homing in on her talent for management processes and operations, she transitioned to the role of Meeting Coordinator for a large event coordinating company, where she specialized in staging design, developing event orders, and coordinating all vendors and staff needed for each event. She was the primary point of contact with both clients and attendees and developed a liking for developing and maintaining positive relationships with those on the front line of planning and executing events.

In 2024, Marissa joined Roseman Law as a Legal Assistant in the Collections Department, where she has excelled in optimizing efficient workflows and developed relationships that make her successful in her role. In her free time, Marissa loves music, going to concerts and festivals with friends and, like most Californians, spending time at the beach!

Legal Assistant

Emily Wood

Emily Wood is a legal assistant with the law firm of Roseman Law, APC. Prior to joining Roseman Law, Emily obtained her bachelor’s degree while gaining hands-on experience as a legal assistant to an attorney specializing in the general representation and judicial collection matters of Homeowners Associations. Through this role, Emily quickly expanded her knowledge in civil procedure, dispute resolution, lien enforcement, and foreclosure processes.

Emily graduated summa cum laude from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Law and Policy: Pre-Law. During her studies, Emily most enjoyed her contracts class, where she developed contractual skills that she often utilizes to proactively enforce an Association’s governing documents.

Outside of Roseman Law, Emily serves as a Guardian ad Litem volunteer for child welfare cases. Emily enjoys gaining in-court experience from these cases in hopes of one day becoming a practicing attorney. When she is not working or volunteering, Emily can be found walking her Saint Bernard-Lab mix along the beach.

Education:
B.A., Liberty University

Legal Assistant

Kendal Waters

Kendal Waters is a Legal Assistant in the Transactional Department at Roseman Law. She provides comprehensive support to the firm’s attorneys across a broad range of transactional matters. In addition to assisting with general legal matters, Ms. Waters serves as the primary legal assistant for all governing document restatements, working closely with homeowners’ associations’ boards of directors to ensure compliance with current California law.

Ms. Waters joined Roseman Law in 2021 as an Executive Assistant to a Partner, where she developed a strong foundation in legal administration and client relations.

Education:
Ms. Waters graduated from Santa Barbara City College in May 2020 with an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology. During her studies, she also completed her real estate education, earning her certificate in March 2021. Her combined background in legal administration and real estate provides valuable insight into the firm’s real estate and community association practice.

Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Nicki Crowther-Townsend

Nicki graduated from Welsh College of Music and Drama with a Bachelor of Arts in Stage Management in 2005. She quickly developed a professional expertise in operations and project management, spending almost 20 years managing events, projects and services for a variety of U.K.-based corporations.

After relocating from England to California in 2023, Nicki spent time helping her family, including her three kids, to get acclimated to their new schools, activities, and community. She quickly joined the P.T.A. at the local elementary, middle, and high school and began utilizing her professional expertise in a volunteer capacity.

In early 2025, Nicki joined Roseman Law as the Accounts Receivable Coordinator, helping to maximize efficiency and utilize the firm’s AR software to its maximum capability. Outside of work, spending time with her husband, three kids and three dogs, Nicki is an avid Disney enthusiast, life-long runner, and dedicated Angels baseball fan!

Administration Manager

Hannah Harpole

Hannah got her start in the community interest development industry with PMP Management in 2022 as an Executive Assistant, where she quickly demonstrated her professional dedication and capabilities. Prior to her 1-year anniversary with PMP, she was promoted to Operations Manager, where she oversaw the inner-office administrative operations for a variety of division offices. In 2023, she was promoted again to Business Relations Manager, where she assisted top executives with contract writing, B2B relationship building, maintaining active vendor relationships and event planning. In December of 2023, Hannah joined the Roseman Law team as a Legal Assistant in the Transactional Department, where she was relied on heavily by firm Partners and top clients.

In 2025, Hannah was promoted to Administrative Manager for the firm, where she oversees the Accounts Receivable team, assists the Business Development team, and continues to work directly with firm Partners and the Director of Growth and Development on a variety of firm initiatives. Outside of the firm, Hannah’s interests include reading, fitness and spending time with her rescue Pup, Otto.