Raffi Hagop Ohanian
About Raffi
Biography
EXPERIENCE AND SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY
As a member of Thon, Beck, Vanni, Callahan & Powell, Mr. Ohanian is focused on representing seriously injured victims and advocating on their behalf. He has handled a variety of cases from inception to resolution, including premises liability, auto accidents and a variety of catastrophic injuries. He is also fluent in Armenian, and serves on the board of the South Bay Youth Sports Network, a non-profit organization that serves underprivileged youths through sports activities. Mr. Ohanian is pleased to represent personal injury clients who seek qualified and professional legal assistance.
RECENT RESULTS
Wrongful Death: $1,775,000
Auto v. Auto: $925,000
Auto v. Auto: $525,000
Trip and Fall: $500,000
Pedestrian v. Auto: $500,000
Auto v. Auto: $425,000
Government Liability Trip and Fall: $400,000
Arbitration Verdict Auto v. Auto: $277,000
Auto v. Auto: $220,000
Auto v. Auto: $140,000
Raffi H. Ohanian, Esq. is a passionate advocate for his clients. He practices law in the areas of catastrophic personal injuries, product liability, and premises liability.
He was admitted to the California Bar in 2007 after earning his J.D. that year from Southwestern School of Law and a B.A. from Loyola Marymount University in 2004. In law school, Mr. Ohanian was the president of the Armenian Law Students Association and actively involved in the local legal community. While at Loyola Marymount University, Raffi studied at Oxford, England in the honor’s program at Queen’s College.
Prior to joining Thon Beck Vanni Callahan & Powell, Mr. Ohanian was a Senior Associate at a nationally-known, Los Angeles-based law firm. He is now a highly respected and regarded litigator who places his client's needs and interests above all else. He has obtained many positive results for victims of personal injury and handles cases from inception to resolution.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
17 years
17 years
17 years
17 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Thon, Beck, Vanni, Callahan & Powell
140 South Lake Avenue, Suite 208, Pasadena, CA, 91101
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Raffi Hagop Ohanian's Reviews
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Posted by William | May 7, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
William A Zanghi
I had hoped to engage Mr Ohanian as my attorney for personal injury having read reviews but also because as a professor I have taught many young Armenians and have engaged many for sundry professional services. Mr Ohanian had a heavy case load but took the time over a weekend to come to my home and ...
Posted by Eva | May 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
I came across Raffi Ohanian in a search for the best personal injury lawyer in Pasadena. I wanted someone to take my case seriously, but I also wanted a lawyer with ethics and integrity and I got exactly that. I wasn't out for unfair gains and neither was Raffi - we both wanted what was fair for my c...
Posted by Gina | March 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend Raffi Ohanian
The best referral I was ever given was to the Law Firm of Thon, Beck, Vanni, Callahan & Powell. It was such a pleasure working with such a professional, my lawyer Raffi Ohanian during such a stressful time in my life. My concerns were always addressed compassionately and in a timely manner. Raffi w...
Posted by Donna Bechalor | January 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Awesome Job!
Raffi did an exquisite process in settling my match. I had get admission to to him always. His guidelines had been splendid selections. I might use this organization again!
Posted by Cynthia D. | June 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Definitely recommend.
Mr. Ohanian was very helpful and pleasant to work with. he was very easy to communicate with whether that was via email or direct phone call. He’s very accessible and took the time to thoroughly answer our questions and address our concerns.
Raffi Hagop Ohanian's Lawyer Endorsements
"Raffi is the ideal attorney a client would want. He is both fair and ethical, and has a very client based approach. He handles his cases aggressively and without fear of going to trial which he excels at. My clients have been more than happy with his representation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
2016
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
2015
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
2014
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
2013
Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine
Work Experience
2009 - 2014
Senior Associate, Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman, LLP
2007 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Carroll, Kelly, Trotter Franzen & McKenna
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk, Carpenter & Zuckerman
Associations
2014 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2012 - Present
Pasadena Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Armenian Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,775,000
$1,000,000
$400,000
$500,000
$162,500.00
$525,000
1,000,000
Education
2007
J.D.
2004
Bachelor of Arts
2003
Summer Honor's Program
Speaking Engagements
2017
Importance of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Publications
2015
2014
Languages
Armenian
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
My mom fell at an nursing home due to the fall I think it caused brain damage that had in hospice now what do I do?
29 Mar 2021
How long does an insurance company attorney have to provide a release and settlement agreement?
30 Mar 2021
Contingent fee for personal injury in California
16 Aug 2015