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
18 years
18 years
18 years
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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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 Gillian | June 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excelent!
Raffi was an amazing attorney! He took the time to explain every step of the process and answer all my questions. He was always quick to return my calls and kept me informed every step of the way. Above all, what makes him and amazing attorney is that he understands that this is new to his clients an...
Posted by Nick | June 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer
Raffi did a great job and was very professional throughout my case. He explained all of the features of the case excellently and negotiated the settlement very well.
Posted by Lorena S | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Job
I recommend Raffi to anyone who might find themselves in need of an attorney. At the beginning of my mom’s the case it seemed like there wasn’t much hope, but nevertheless Raffi was still willing to help my mom. He did an excellent job. He was very knowledgeable and responded to our questions a...
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Awesome representation
I was in a car accident that required me to seek extensive physical therapy; I found Raffi online and hired him to represent me. Raffi was an incredibly helpful, informative and (most importantly) honest attorney. I am so thankful for him and Lani! They were wonderful throughout a very stressful/...
Posted by Leda | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Raffi Is Amazing!
Raffi has been amazing throughout this whole process. He is extremely supportive and efficient! I was completely lost when I had my accident and not knowing what to expect. He understood what I was going through and made sure that he carried the stress so I didn't have to.
Raffi Hagop Ohanian's Lawyer Endorsements
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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