Rahel Goharchin

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Rahel Goharchin

also known as Rahel Goharchin Javaheri, Esq.

5.0
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 17 years

Real estate Lawyer at Calabasas, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Employment & Labor, Personal Injury ... +9 more

23901 Calabasas Road, Suite 2018, Calabasas, CA

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About Rahel

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RGJ ESQ A professional Law Corporation---Rahel Goharchin handles civil litigation matters including real estate disputes, business litigation, personal injury, employment and labor defense, and insurance claims. She is dedicated to protecting her clients’ rights and pursuing favorable outcomes.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 20%

Employment Defense, Toxic Mold

18 years

20%
Real Estate 20%

Real Estate Litigation

18 years

20%
Personal Injury 15%

Serious Injuries, Premises Liability

18 years

15%
Animal and Dog Bites 5%

5%
Business 5%

5%
Car Accident 5%

5%
Commercial Real Estate 5%

5%
Construction and Development 5%

Housing & Construction Defects

5%
Contracts and Agreements 5%

5%
Insurance 5%

Insurance Bad Faith

5%
Litigation 5%

5%
Trucking Accident 5%

5%

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2026 2025

Licenses

Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

RGJ ESQ A professional Law Corporation

23901 Calabasas Road, Suite 2018, Calabasas, CA, 91302

rgjesq.com/about-us/

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Rahel Goharchin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews


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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the lawyer as highly professional, strategic, and deeply knowledgeable in real estate, business, and personal injury matters. Clients frequently highlight the lawyer's responsive communication, cost-effective approach, and genuine dedication to achieving favorable outcomes, with many noting successful long-term representation.

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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

The best attorney

I cannot recommend Rahel Goharchin highly enough. She represented me in a complex real estate dispute involving a significant failure to disclose issue, and from the very beginning she demonstrated exceptional professionalism, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of real estate law. What impress...ed me most was her ability to quickly analyze the facts, identify the strongest legal arguments, and develop a clear plan of action. She was meticulous with the details, thorough in her preparation, and always several steps ahead of the opposing side. Throughout the process, she communicated clearly and honestly, making sure I understood both the risks and the strengths of my position. Real estate disputes can be stressful and emotionally draining, but Rahel remained calm, confident, and focused at every stage. Her negotiation skills were outstanding, and it was evident that she genuinely cared about protecting my interests—not just resolving the case quickly. If you are looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, strategic, responsive, and truly committed to her clients, I strongly recommend Rahel Goharchin. I am extremely grateful for her guidance and representation.

Posted by Juan | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

My experience with Rahel.

Experienced Real Estate Attorney Rahel took over my case from another attorney that could not continue prosecuting the case, and hiring her was the best decision I could have made for my case. She quickly understood the issues, explained everything clearly, and immediately put a strategy in plac...e. It was a case of an illegally converted rental unit with no hot water, and her knowledge of the law made an enormous difference in how the case was handled and ultimately resolved at mediation. Most importantly, she was able to secure a settlement before we had to spend any significant out-of-pocket money, which was a huge relief. Throughout the process, Rahel was responsive, patient, and genuinely invested in the outcome. She made me feel protected and confident instead of overwhelmed. I always felt like my case actually mattered to her, not just as a file, but as a real problem affecting real people. I am extremely grateful for her professionalism, knowledge, and dedication. I would absolutely recommend Rahel to anyone who needs an attorney that is both highly competent and truly cares about her clients. JG

Posted by Soheila | February 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Rahel, an attorney you would want on your side

As a real estate owner, being sued is always stressful. Rahel quickly took control of the situation, relied on the mediation clause in the lease agreement, pushed the case into mediation, and got it resolved without having to engage in expensive, prolonged litigation. Her handling of the case saved m...e substantial attorneys' fees, time, and unnecessary conflict. I'm extremely grateful for her guidance and highly recommend her. SM

Posted by Pinhas | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Employers’ Attorney

I was sued by a former employee who had already recovered money through the Workers’ Compensation Board when I had a different attorney. Despite that prior recovery, the ex-employee turned around and filed a civil lawsuit against me. From the beginning, Rahel immediately understood the legal issue...s, explained my options in plain English, and developed a smart strategy. She filed a demurrer before the case really got started — and the court threw out the lawsuit. Even better, I recovered my filing fees from the employee that filed the lawsuit. Rahel was professional, responsive, and truly looked out for my best interests. I highly recommend her to any business owner who needs a sharp, honest attorney.

Posted by Robin | December 13, 2025

Consult with a professional, its never too late.

Rahel was really helpful. She helped navigate this construction world and informed of us our rights. She's been a real-estate lawyer for sometime and has a wealth of knowledge regarding this area of law. Rahel was transparent about the time, money and percentage of success regarding the issues wi...th the licensed contractor we were dealing with. It is really unfortunate that the construction business isn't more transparent. These license contractors will take advantage of you. There is a lot of room for them to make up excuses and for us the consumer to be left in dark because we are naive about the business. Rahel helped us file against our contractors bond. We eventually were able to retrieve some money back. But the process was extremely tedious and we have been lost with the help of Rahel. Please please please don't ever let these contractors get away with taking advantage of you. Seriously, when in doubt just call Rahel and consult with her. She will let you know of you have case. I hope this review will serve whoever reads this well.

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Matthew Nezhad

Business lawyer | Apr 06

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"I endorse this lawyer. I’ve had the chance to work closely with Rahel, and she consistently brings strong judgment, practical problem solving, and a calm, steady approach to every matter. She’s someone you can trust to handle work thoughtfully and follow through reliably."

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Arash Goleh

Real estate lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Hardworking attorney who would act in your best interests. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Michael Ashoori

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rahel is a gifted and hardworking attorney. I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2026

Avvo Client’s Choice Award, Avvo

Education

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University of California - Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

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University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

Farsi

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