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Seyed Abbas Kazerounian
also known as Abbas Kazerounian
About Seyed
Biography
Mr. Kazerounian attended the University of Plymouth, U.K., where he received his bachelor of arts in English Literature & Theatre and Performance. He then received his masters from the prestigious London Academy of Performing Arts. Subsequently Mr. Kazerounian received his Juris Doctor from California Western School of Law in San Diego, CA. Before becoming a partner at Kazerouni Law Group, Mr. Kazerounian worked at Sayegh & Associates and then at the Law Offices of Kyron Johnson.
Before pursuing the field of law, Mr. Kazerounian was a professional actor, screenwriter, producer and is a published author.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
19 years | 300 cases
Class Action
20%
16 years | 25 cases
Personal Injury
20%
19 years | 250 cases
Wrongful Death
10%
19 years | 5 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 7 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 9 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Michigan for 10 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 11 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 18 years
State: California
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
KAZEROUNI LAW GROUP, APC
245 Fischer Avenue, Suite D1, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
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Posted by Ash | May 21, 2012 | Banking
Mr Kazerounian is Fearless to Take On Big Boys
When everyone told me that I cannot win despite being harmed/herassed by the largest bank/creditor in the nation, Mr. Kazerounian took on the case and showed why this country is based on Law and no one is above the Law. Thank You for Your Services and Giving Me My Life Back.
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2008 | Lawsuits & Disputes
OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY - ETHICAL AND EFFECTIVE
Mr Kazerounian was so helpful and understanding to my situation. He always gave me all my options and tried to save me money at all stages of my case. Furthermore, my case was resolved quickly and I achieved all of my goals. I would recommend Mr Kazerounian to anyone. He is a great lawyer.
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"I have had the pleasure of working with Abbas on dozens of consumer class actions over the last few years. Every time I learn something in the process. His experience and knowledge is second to none and I never hesitate to recommend Abbas and his firm as I always know he will procure for consumers the best outcome possible."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Lawyer, American Awards Media
2012
Finalist Outstanding San Diego Young Attorney, San Diego Daily Transcript
2011
Notable Mention on Case Settlement, California Bar Journal
2005
Distinguished Advocate, California Western School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Adjunct Professor, California Western School Of Law
2007 - Present
Partner, Kazerouni Law Group
2007 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Kyron Johnson
2007 - 2007
Associate, Sayegh & Associates
Associations
2012 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2012 - Present
American Association for JusticeAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Fresno County Bar Association
2009 - Present
Consumer Attorney Association of Los AngelesAttorney Member
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
2009 - 2010
Iranian American Bar Association (OC Chapter)President
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Jiffy Lube
Settled for $47,000,000
Sarabri v. Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., L.P.A.
Settled for $525,000 plus fees and administration costs
Lo v. Oxnard European Motors, LLC, et al.
Settled
Ridley v. Union Bank
Settled
Melika, Inc. v. Bank of Am. Corp.
Won motion to make the case survive motion to dismiss with published case
Knuston v Reply!
Confidential Individual Settlement
Arthur v. SLM Corporation
$24,000,000.00
Aramayis Hovhannisyan v. United States Department of Homeland Security et al
Prevailed
Doe v. Doe
Six Figure Settlement after overcoming Summary Judgment
Doe v. Doe
Seven Figure Settlement
Arthur et al. v. Sallie Mae Inc.
Sallie Mae has agreed to pay $19.5 million into a settlement fund (the “Fund”), out of which eligible Class Members who filed qualified claims will receive Monetary Awards in the form of cash or reductions in outstanding extensions of credit.
Rose v Bank of America
Preliminarily Approved
Education
N/A
California Western SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Plymouth State Coll
undergraduate
Speaking Engagements
2010
Whittier Law School
Litigation Strategy
2009
Chapman Law School
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
Publications
2011
Hachette Book Publishing India
On Two Feet And Wings
2006
Tate Publishing
The Little Man
2006
Bepress Legal Repository
The Development, Interpretation and Scope of the Word "Sex" within Title VII
Languages
English
Farsi
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Received Summons: Capital one suing for credit card debt that was written / charged off. What can and what should I do?
19 Jul 2013
Q&A
How to oppose a demurrer
19 Jul 2013
Q&A
Thanks in advance. I have a debt collection suit for $5,750. Its a debt-buyer, not original creditor. Need to plot next move.
18 Jul 2013
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
The Basic of the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
01 Jul 2011
Legal Guide
Basics of Fair Debt Collections Practices Act
01 Jul 2011
Legal Guide
Why It Is worth Fighting Credit Card Lawsuits
22 Apr 2011