Meet the Team at Cohen Fic & Squires Family Law

Lesley E. Cohen, Esq.

Lesley Cohen, Esq., is an attorney licensed in Nevada and licensed but inactive in Utah. Ms. Cohen graduated from University of Nevada, Reno in 1993 and DePaul University College of Law in 1996 and has worked almost exclusively in family law in Southern Nevada for more than 25 years. She joined McFarling Law Group (later McFarling, Cohen, Fic & Squires and Cohen Fic & Squires) in 2022.

Ms. Cohen is a Commissioner of the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws and served in the Nevada Assembly for five sessions. As a member of the Nevada Assembly, twice Ms. Cohen presented at Continuing Legal Education courses to educate attorneys about legislative changes.

For several years Ms. Cohen was a member of the Clark County Bar Association CLE committee, even chairing the committee. As a member Ms. Cohen produced continuing legal education classes for local lawyers. Ms. Cohen regularly attends family law focused CLEs and the Family Court Bench Bar meetings. One of her most recent victories involved successfully obtaining a relocation out of Nevada at both the district court and appellate court levels. In her free time, Ms. Cohen volunteers with the Las Vegas chapter of Achilles International, a track team for people with disabilities.

Holly Fic, Esq.

Holly Fic was born and raised in New Jersey and came out west to attend UNLV just in time to celebrate the Rebels basketball national championship win in 1990. She loved UNLV and Las Vegas and was happy to be able to stay and attend the Charter Class at the UNLV School of Law. During her last year in law school, Holly was admitted as a student attorney to assist with and appear in Family Court for Children’s Attorney Project Cases for which she developed a love for assisting families in family law matters.

As a Boyd law school student, Holly participated in the Child Welfare Clinic; she presented to the Family Court Community Legal Education classes and represented children in the Children’s Attorney Project Cases. Over the years, Holly has participated in the Clark County Family Court “Ask-A-Lawyer” program and has taken many Family Law pro bono cases, most especially with respect to guardianship and family law cases. Holly works in conjunction with Legal Aid to represent many Protected Persons to have a voice in their guardianship proceedings and has helped many guardians along the way.

Holly obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, in 1997, her Juris Doctor from UNLV Boyd School of Law in 2001, and she has been a member of the State Bar of Nevada since 2001 and licensed to practice law in Nevada and the U.S. District Court of Nevada. She has been a member of the Family Law Section from 2008; member of the Clark County Bar Association from 2002; Member of the Associated General Contractors from 2003-2004; Member of the Women’s Chamber of Commerce from 2003-2004; member of the American Bar Association from 2002-2004; and member of the Young Lawyer’s Section in 2001.

With over 25 years as a practicing litigator, Holly is a committed and caring attorney and will continue to grow and assist others in need in her own firm, Cohen, Fic & Squires. During her spare time, Holly, who is an animal lover and has many animals of her own, advocates for and has volunteered at the Henderson Animal Shelter where adoption is the best option! One of Holly’s most proud victories involved successfully litigating the custody of a dog, where the Court also awarded fees to her client.

Summer Xiaoxue Squires, Esq.

English & Mandarin languages (讲普通话)

Summer Squires, Esq., is an attorney licensed to practice in Nevada, Illinois, the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. She graduated from Indiana University Bloomington and DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois.

Ms. Squires focuses her practice on family law in both Nevada and Illinois. Shaped by her international upbringing, she has substantial experience with cross-border matrimonial litigation, including matters involving the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction, the Hague Service Convention, and cross-border and multi-state jurisdictional disputes.

She represents a diverse client base, including individuals who are from or currently live in Asia, Europe, and South America, as well as parties residing in different states throughout the United States.

Ms. Squires joined McFarling Law Group in 2023, which later became McFarling, Cohen, Fic & Squires and is now Cohen Fic & Squires. She currently serves as a partner at the firm. She also serves as a divorce financial mediator and QDRO drafter and has been appointed as a Guardian Ad Litem, advocating for children’s best interests.

Beyond her legal practice, Summer is an active advocate for the Asian American community. She serves as Co-Director of Communications for the Asian Bar Association of Nevada and regularly participates in the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association’s Lobby Day in Washington, D.C.

Since law school, she has volunteered with Legal Aid of Southern Nevada, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, the Asian Community Development Council, Chinese Mutual Aid, and the Chinese American Service League, contributing her legal knowledge and bilingual skills.

One of her most memorable victories involved securing the return of a toddler from a Hague Convention country after two years of litigation and multiple appeals.

Debbie Shalaty – Office Administrator

Debbie Shalaty serves as the Office Manager for Cohen Fic & Squires and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the firm, including support staff supervision, client relations, office operations, and facilities management. Her exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to coordinate the many moving parts of a busy family law practice help ensure that the firm operates efficiently and effectively each day.

Ms. Shalaty has more than 20 years of professional experience in office administration, with a strong emphasis on law firm management, personnel development, client communications, and operational support. Throughout her career, she has developed extensive experience managing professional office environments, supporting attorneys and staff, and maintaining high standards of client service and administrative efficiency.

Originally from Tucson, Arizona, Ms. Shalaty attended the University of Arizona and has lived in Las Vegas for more than 30 years. Outside the office, she enjoys watching sports, spending time outdoors, reading, and experiencing the diverse walks of life that Southern Nevada has to offer.

Kiya Jack – Paralegal

Kiya Jack has been working in family law field since 2020 and possesses extensive experience in all aspects of family law litigation, including district court proceedings, appellate matters, and cases involving the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. Since joining the firm, she has developed substantial knowledge and proficiency in complex family law matters, regularly assisting attorneys with case management, discovery, trial preparation, appellate filings, and client communications.

Raised in rural Michigan, Ms. Jack relocated to Las Vegas in 2015 following her parents’ divorce so she could be closer to her mother and pursue a career in the medical field. She attended St. Therese Learning Institute, where she earned her Nursing Assistant certificate and worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant before transitioning into the legal profession. Ms. Jack began her legal career as a Medical Records Clerk for a personal injury firm and advanced to a legal assistant role handling litigation matters in personal injury and family law. Her experience now includes divorce, custody disputes, Hague Convention matters, and other complex family law issues. Her background in healthcare, combined with her personal experience with divorce, provides her with a strong sense of empathy and compassion when working with clients during difficult periods in their lives.

In addition to her litigation support responsibilities, Ms. Jack serves as the firm’s primary trainer and point of contact for new paralegals and legal assistants, reflecting her deep understanding of firm procedures, case workflows, and family law practice. Her leadership role within the firm demonstrates both her experience and the trust placed in her by the attorneys and staff of the firm. Ms. Jack has worked in the legal field since 2017 and is currently pursuing her associate’s degree, with plans to obtain her paralegal certificate to further advance her professional qualifications. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two dogs, reading, and embracing her lifelong love of Disney.

Cindy Chen – Legal Assistant

English & Mandarin languages  (讲普通话)  

Cindy was born in China and, driven by her passion for multicultural experiences, has studied and worked in China, Japan, and the United States. Her international background and cross cultural experiences provide her with a unique ability to understand clients’ needs with cultural sensitivity, professionalism, and insight. Fluent in both Mandarin and Japanese, Ms. Chen communicates effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds, helping ensure that clients feel informed, understood, and supported throughout the legal process.

Prior to entering the legal field as a legal assistant, Ms. Chen worked extensively in Japan’s travel industry and the hospitality industry in the United States. Through these positions, she developed exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, interpersonal communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to effectively manage sensitive client interactions in fast paced environments. These skills directly translate to her work in the legal profession, where clear communication, efficiency, and client support are essential.

In her free time, she enjoys traveling and has visited more than 20 countries. She also loves reading and taking walks with her two dogs. Holding dual master’s degrees in literature and hospitality management, she combines intellectual curiosity with a genuine commitment to serving people from all.

Sonia Loya – Intake Specialist/Office Administrative Assistant

English & Spanish Languages (Inglés y Español)

Sonia Loya joined the legal field in 2025 and serves as an Assistant Office Administrator and Intake Specialist at Cohen Fic & Squires. In this role, she supports the firm’s daily operations and assists with client intake, reception, consultation coordination, client communications, marketing, and select paralegal tasks. Ms. Loya is committed to providing clients with a welcoming and professional experience from their first interaction with Cohen Fic & Squries Family Law.

Before entering the legal field, Ms. Loya spent approximately 10 years working in healthcare after graduating in 2009 as a Certified Medical Assistant. Her healthcare background developed her strong communication skills, attention to detail, organization, and dedication to helping others—qualities she now brings to her work with clients and the firm.

Ms. Loya’s interest in the legal profession grew through her experiences in healthcare and her exposure to legal matters, ultimately inspiring her transition into the field of family law.