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Agavni Tulekyan
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Biography
Agavni Tulekyan is an aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney based in Los Angeles. Ms. Tulekyan represents clients in felony and misdemeanor cases throughout numerous counties in California. Ms. Tulekyan approaches every case, whether a misdemeanor or a felony, with the same mindset, that is to obtain the best possible outcome for the client. Some of the cases she handles are: drug offenses, driving under the influence, assault and battery, theft offenses, hit and run, and domestic violence.
Ms. Tulekyan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology and Criminal Justice from California State University, Northridge in 2007. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of West Los Angeles, School of Law in 2012.
Ms. Tulekyan is admitted to practice in all state courts in California and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 12 years
State: California
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Tulekyan Law
333 N. Glenoaks Blvd., Suite 210, Burbank, CA, 91502
Tulekyan Law
15760 Ventura Blvd., Suite 700, Encino, CA, 91436
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What Clients Mention
Case Results (36)
Advocacy (26)
Professionalism (17)
Recommendation (16)
Practice Area Knowledge (12)
Communication Style (11)
General Knowledge (10)
Trustworthiness (8)
Responsiveness (7)
Character & Conduct (6)
Compassion (6)
Punctuality (2)
Staff & Support (2)
Cost of Services (1)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Brittney | March 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
Agavni is an excellent lawyer who fights zealously for her clients. She filed a motion in my husband’s case and successfully got the entire case dismissed at the second hearing. Throughout the process, she maintained consistent communication, keeping us informed and answering all of our questions. Sh...
Posted by Mireya | October 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Agavni is the best!!!!! Highly recommended!!!!
Five stars aren't enough! I can't express how grateful I am to Agavni Tulekyan and their team. My loved one was facing a 15-to-life sentence – a truly terrifying prospect that felt like it would shatter our lives. From the very first consultation, Agavni Tulekyan exuded confidence and competence, exp...
Posted by Isaiah | June 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
You're in capable and competent hands when you're represented by Agavni Tulekyan
Ms. Tulekyan took on my case in July of 2023. At the time, I was a lifer who'd been incarcerated for 16 1/2 years. I was cynical of defense lawyers in general based on first hand experiences and second hand accounts, and naturally was skeptical of putting my trust in them. Being represented by Ms. T...
Posted by Kevin | May 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney
The GOAT
Very professional and engaging. She goes above and beyond to make the client feel comfortable.I wish there were more women like her in this particular field and in this world . She was excellent
Posted by Marquese | February 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Agavni Tulekyan is the best lawyer I ever had
A big thank you to Agavni Tulekyan, After being incarcerated for the past 16 years of my life I was blessed to get her to take on my case. Today I received the best news I was given time served! Thank you for always communicating with me and my family, for your honesty throughout process, and overal...
Agavni Tulekyan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Tulekyan's valuable contributions to Avvo demonstrate a high degree of knowledge and ability in the criminal defense practice area."
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2022
Outstanding Advocate, IJDP
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys
2018
Top Contributor, Avvo
2018
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Tulekyan Law
2014 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Daniel V. Behesnilian
Associations
2018 - Present
California Public Defenders AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Criminal Courts Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. S.S.
Reduced to residential burglary
People v. W.R.
No transfer to adult court
People v. V.S.
Reduced to a dry reckless.
People v. R.F.
Dismissed.
People v. D.R.
Reduced to a wet reckless.
People v. A.B.
Dismissed
People v. A.B.
Dismissed
People v. J.B.
Motion to Dismiss granted. Case dismissed
People v. D.M.
Dismissed
People v. I.A.
Reduced to a wet reckless.
People v. J.T.
Dismissed
People v. G.H.
Dismissed
People v. E.K.
Dismissed
People v. E.O.
Dismissed
People v. R.B.
Dismissed
People v. N.H.
Dismissed
Education
2012
University of West Los Angeles School of Law - West Los Angeles
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
California State University, Northridge
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Turning Data Into Second Chances: Using Policy Lab’s Findings to Strengthen Resentencing Advocacy
Resentencing
Languages
English
Armenian
Activity
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