Meet the Team

The Minds Behind EV Häs

Our team is characterized for their character, ethics, and exceptional legal skills. We combine aggressive representation with genuine compassion to protect what matters most to you, your home.

Dedicated to Protecting Your Home

Just like a surgeon needs a committed surgical team, a strong foreclosure defense requires a dedicated team of attorneys and support staff working together. Our firm turnover rate is nearly non-existent—because we hire people who care.

Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib

CEO

Mahmoud Faisal Elkhatib, is a Chicago real estate lawyer with 12+ years of experience. Advises on foreclosure, real estate, and corporate law while serving housing-focused nonprofits.

Damon Robert Ritenhouse

Equity Partner

Damon Rittenhouse is part of the EV Häs LLC team in Chicago, helping clients stay organized, informed, and confident about their next steps in foreclosure defense matters.

Dena H. Elkhatib

Emeritus Partner

Dena H. Elkhatib is an Emeritus Partner with 23+ years of experience in transactional banking and cross-border commercial matters, with a focus on high-value finance and aviation transactions.

Ichitaro Sakamoto

Attorney

Handles legal strategy and case work with a focus on clear guidance, strong advocacy, and practical next steps for clients.

Enzo Chavez

Attorney

Supports clients through complex matters by preparing filings, staying detail focused, and moving cases forward efficiently.

Laura Lopez

Operations Manager

Focuses on structure and efficiency so the legal team can move faster, stay consistent, and deliver a better client experience.

Marina Navarro

Real Estate Paralegal

Marina supports clients through real estate transactions by keeping documents organized, timelines clear, and communication moving smoothly between all parties. She helps prepare closing materials, and ensures nothing gets missed as a deal moves from contract to closing.

Sakshi Sachan

Litigation Paralegal

Sakshi supports foreclosure and litigation matters by managing documents, tracking deadlines, and helping attorneys stay prepared at every stage of a case. She organizes filings, maintains accurate case records, and coordinates the details that keep litigation moving forward without delays.

Vera Williams

Client Engagement Specialist

Vera supports homeowners who need fast, clear guidance when foreclosure pressure hits. She is responsive, organized, and direct about what to expect, so every client feels heard, understands the next step, and knows EV Häs is advocating with integrity from the very first call.

Fernando Bejarano

Sales Manager

Supports firm growth by connecting clients to the right service, keeping leads organized, and ensuring every inquiry gets a timely response.

Dhavynia Eustaquio

Billing Administrator

Dhavynia Eustaqio supports firm operations by managing invoices, tracking payments, and keeping billing details accurate and up to date.

Our Values

What Sets Us Apart

Aggressive Advocacy

We don't file fluff. Every pleading, motion, and defense strategy is built with real legal merit to challenge the foreclosure head-on.

Ethical Practice

Our attorneys are selected specifically for their character and ethics, in addition to their exceptional legal skills and experience.

Caring & Compassion

We understand you're going through a difficult time. We treat every client with genuine compassion and respect throughout the process.

Team Approach

Our attorneys collaborate on every case, ensuring you have a full team behind you, not just one lawyer working in isolation.

Ready to Get Clear Next Steps?

Tell us what notice you received or your next court date. We’ll confirm where you are in the process and recommend your strongest next move—without panic or guesswork.

We typically respond the same business day or the next business day.