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Arthur Khachatourians
- El Segundo, CA
- Licensed for 17 years
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About Arthur
Arthur Khachatourians is an experienced defense attorney who represents clients in complex criminal and civil matters arising from governmental investigations, grand jury indictments, and corporate internal investigations. He has successfully represented business entities and individuals in cases alleging wrongful death, wrongful termination, elder abuse and neglect, sexual harassment, murder, manslaughter, battery, assault, and unfair business practice lawsuits. He has successfully conducted jury trials and bench trials and has settled multi-million dollar lawsuits for a waiver a costs (no payment).
Mr. Khachatourians has also obtained not guilty verdicts on Medi-Cal fraud and falsification of medical records, voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter and dismissal of charges for elder abuse and neglect arising from incidents’ in a hospital or nursing home. Mr. Khachatourians has extensive experience in representing clients who are under investigation or prosecution by the Attorney General’s Office of Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuseand the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office. He is routinely active throughout the various courthouses in Southern California and has experience in media relations in high profile cases.
Mr. Khachatourians graduated from UCLA in 1997 with a Bachelor’s degree in History and received his Juris Doctorate degree from Southwestern University School of Law in 2003. He is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Criminal Courts Bar Association, and the Beverly Hills Bar Association where he served as the Chairman for the Criminal Law Section. Mr. Khachatourians is also an adjunct professor at Glendale Community College where he teaches Business Law. Since 2003, he has been teaching business and litigation concepts at the College; many of his students are now attorneys and realtors throughout various communities in Southern California and routinely seek his advice on legal and business matters.
Mr. Khachatourians has taught educational seminars on the latest legal trends and issues on the following matters: Sexual Harassment Training for Supervisor; Nursing Home Training on Reporting Responsibilities for Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse; Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements by Mandated Reporters; Nursing Home Requirements for Theft and Loss; Hospital Staff Training on Preventing, Recognizing and Reporting Requirements of Abuse; Representing Clients Arrested for Domestic Violence; Sex, Violence, and the 5th Amendment; Representing clients facing Criminal Charges and a Simultaneous Civil Lawsuit; and Fundamentals of a Criminal Case (Arraignment through Sentencing).
Practice areas
- Criminal defense: 50%
http://www.calicriminaldefense.com Assault, Battery, Burglary, Brandishing Weapon, Business Fraud, Carjacking, Criminal Negligence, Drug Possession, Drugs for Sale, Deadly Weapons, Disorderly Conduct, Disturbing the Peace, Domestic Violence, Embezzlement, Extortion, Escorting without License, False Imprisonment, Forgery, Hit and Run, Grand and Petty Theft, Indecent Exposure, Checks to Defraud, Loitering, Manslaughter Obstructing a Police Officer, Pimpiing, Prostitution, Expungement, DUI
18 years, 1,000 cases
- Domestic violence: 20%
http://www.calicriminaldefense.com PC 273.5 - Domestic Violence, PC 243e1 - Spousal Battery, PC 273d - Child Abuse, PC273a - Child Endangerment, PC591.5- Damaging or destroying any wireless communication device with the intent, PC136.1(B)(1) - Preventing and dissuading a victim and witness to make a report Defenses: Self Defense, Accident, False Accusation, Exaggeration, Cheating, Distrust, Leverage in Child Custody Matters,
18 years
- Litigation: 10%
18 years
- DUI and DWI: 10%
Vehicle 23152(a) - driving under the influence Vehicle 23152(b) - (driving with a BAC .08 or above) Vehicle 23153 - DUI causing injuries; Vehicle Code 23612 - refusing to submit to Chemical Blood or Breath Test Vehicle Code 23103.5 - Wet Reckless Vehicle Code 23103 - Dry Reckless Vehicle Code 23109(c) - Speed Exhibition Vehicle Code 23136 Underage DUI Vehicle Code 23140 Under 21 DUI Penal Code 191.5(a) - Gross Manslaughter While Intoxicated Penal Code 191.5(b) - Negligent Manslaughter
18 years
- Juvenile law: 10%
http://www.calicriminaldefense.com Eastlake Juvenile Courthouse - Sylmar Juvenile Courthouse - Los Padrinos Juvenile Courthouse - Inglewood Juvenile Courthouse - Pasadena Juvenile Courthouse
18 years
Languages spoken
Armenian
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 2003 | 05/09/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Merit Award | Southwestern University School of Law | 2000 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Tyler & Wilson, LLP | 2003 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills Bar Association | Criminal Law Chairman | 2008 - Present |
| Criminal Courts Bar Association | member | 2005 - Present |
| Los Angeles County Bar Association | member | 2003 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| www.calicriminaldefense.com | www.calicriminaldefense.com | 2006 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Univ SOL | Juris Doctorate Degree in Law | 2003 |
| Univ of California at Los Angeles | undergraduate | 1997 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| California Association of Health Facilities | Criminal Investigation and Prosecution for Elder Abuse and Neglect in California Nursing Homes | 2014 |
| 2014 CALA Fall Conference - OCtober 29 , 2014 | Criminal Investigation and Elder Abuse in California Residential Care Facilities | 2014 |
| Law Offices of Ellyn J. Stein - Attorney Conference Room | Representing Clients in Los Angeles Arrested for Domestic Violence | 2011 |
| Beverly Hills Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | The Exoneration of LA Dodgers Beating Suspect, Giovanni Ramirez - Presenters: Anthony Brooklier & Jack Trimarco | 2011 |
| Beverly Hills Bar Association, Criminal Law Section | Representing Clients in Domestic Violence Cases in California | 2011 |
| BHBA - Sex, Violence, and the 5th Amendment | Sex, Violence, and the 5th Amendment (Representing clients facing Criminal Charges and a Simultaneous Civil Lawsuit) | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Beverly Hills Bar Association - Conference Room | Fundamentals of a Criminal Case (Arraignment through Sentencing) | 2008 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| People v. MA | NOT GUILTY |
| People v. SW | Aquittal |
| People v. FS | Dismissal |
| People of the State of California v. FS | Dismissal |
Attorney endorsements
(22)Zahra Borjian, Litigation Attorney on Nov 22, 2020
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David Torosyan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 11, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Khatchatourians is extremely knowledgeable and is a very strong advocate. He fights hard to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. Anyone with Mr. Khatchatourians as their attorney is in very good hands.
Susan Murphy, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer - I admire his standing in our community, being as my firm leans towards real estate law, I have found Arthur to be reliable and Knowledgeable source.
Gary Kim, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2017
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I truly admire Arthur's expertise in criminal defense law. As an immigration lawyer, I face criminal law matters with my clients, and Arthur has been very helpful. I highly recommend Arthur to those in need of criminal defense.
Dan Danet, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2015
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Elizabeth Tyler, Litigation Attorney on Feb 22, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is a creative problem-solver who looks for beneficial resolutions to difficult matters.
Victoria Clemans, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 23, 2014
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Jackie Abboud, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 17, 2014
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Sean Cleary, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 24, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Armen Kiramijyan, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. He is very intelligent, professional, and zealous. Not only a great lawyer but a wonderful person.
Michael Gerace, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 5, 2013
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Neda Roshanian, Litigation Attorney on Sep 11, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Arthur is a capable, talented and passionate attorney. He is committed to serving his clients, and fighting for the best possible outcome.
Jack Gold, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Arthur is a fine Lawyer, taking meticulous care in the handling of all criminal matters. He is prompt, knows the law and always in control. I endorse him
Christine Wilson, Criminal defense Attorney on May 24, 2010
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I have referred several clients who needed a criminal defense lawyer to Arthur Khachatourians and found him to be a knowledgable, compassionate advocate. I would not hestitate to make referrals in the future and was very pleased that he could help them.
Stephen Rodriguez, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 18, 2010
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Arthur is a very skilled and aggressive attorney who gets results for his clients!
Nikki Jacobson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work.
Francesca Brotman-Orner, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 5, 2010
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I endorse this lawyer's work. Arthur is a focused and driven advocate for his clients.
Roberta Burnette, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 2, 2010
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Dmitry Gorin, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 4, 2010
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