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Shireen Tavakoli
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Biography
Shireen Tavakoli is a skilled and compassionate civil litigator who leads the California offices of Gosuits, where she fights for people who have been treated unfairly by insurance companies or injured in accidents. Known for her persistent advocacy, Shireen has secured favorable verdicts that underscore her commitment to holding powerful institutions accountable, including in complex business litigation matters in the real estate, insurance and entertainment industries.
Her diverse legal background uniquely positions her to handle complex cases, drawing on her experience with the United Nations Refugee Agency, where she spearheaded strategic litigation and enhanced legal protections for vulnerable populations. In addition, her early role as a Constituent Services Liaison for U.S. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson provided her with invaluable insights into navigating intricate legal and governmental processes.
A recipient of multiple “Rising Star” honors by Super Lawyers from 2023 to 2025, Shireen combines a sharp legal acumen with an unwavering dedication to her clients. She is known for her sharp litigation skills, attention to detail, and deep empathy for her clients. Shireen earned her Juris Doctor from UCLA School of Law and holds a Master of Studies in International Human Rights Law from the University of Oxford. Whether you’re battling a denied insurance claim or seeking accountability for personal harm, Shireen is ready to leverage her expertise to secure the results you deserve.
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Licensed in California for 8 years
State: California
Acquired: 2018
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Location
Gosuits, P.C.
11900 W Olympic Blvd., Suite # 640, Los Angeles, CA, 90064
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Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent experience
Shireen helped me with a real estate litigation matter in California. She was very meticulous and conveyed sophisticated legal information in an understandable way. She kept me informed of all steps of the process and alleviated my concerns regarding risks. I was very happy with her services and will...
Posted by Wendy | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Professional experience
When I met Shireen my case was in shambles, thanks to her research and understanding of my case, it now has an excellent chance. I am a neurodivergent person and Shireen explained everything to me so I could understood everything that was happening in my case. I now have confidence that my case win.
Posted by Amir | December 06, 2023 | Contracts & Agreements
Highly recommend
“I feel lucky to have found Shireen and I am very pleased with her expertise and attention to details. Shireen helped me review a dental partnership agreement and with her extensive experience in business dispute litigation, she patiently drafted provisions that mitigated potential conflicts in futur...
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Excellent service
Definitely I recommend MS. Shireen Tavakoli for your case. She understood my case thoroughly and took action accordingly. She’s a keen lawyer who followed my case routinely. MS. Shireen knows real estate rules, regulations and the contracts which helped my case enormously.
Posted by Nick | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Managing member
I highly recommend Shireen Tavakoli. I own and operate commercial properties. I had a couple of similar tenant cases who walked away from their lease obligation with an outstanding balance. Shireen was able to collect the unpaid balances without having to file a suit. She is very efficient, extrem...
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
William K. McElvaney Peace & Justice Award, Southern Methodist University (SMU)
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Principal, Gosuits, P.C.
2020 - 2025
Managing Attorney, One Law Litigation
2017 - 2020
Adjudicator; Head of Strategic Litigation, United Nations (UNHCR)
Associations
State Bar of California
Associate Member
Education
2025
University of Oxford
MS - Master of Science
2017
University of California at Los Angeles School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies & Political Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
Human Rights and the Law
Human Rights and the Law
2021
Careers in International Law
International Law
2021
21st Annual Conference for People of Color
Practitioner's Panel
2020
Orientation
Women in Law
2020
Ethics and Human Rights
Ethics and Human Rights
Publications
2016
Languages
Persian
Farsi
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What to do when my lawyer ignores me?
15 Jul 2022
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Can an overseas Ltd. enter into enforceable contract in California if not registered, and can it sue to enforce it?
21 Jul 2021
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How far back can a landlord go back to claim unpaid rent in NYS?
21 Jul 2021