Bo Katzakian

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Bo Katzakian

also known as Joseph Bozant Katzakian

4.8
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 19 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

3150 Almaden Expressway, Suite 147, San Jose, CA

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About Bo

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Personal Attention from a LOCAL San Jose Workers' Compensation Lawyer. No Fees Unless You Recover Compensation. Call (844) 427-4810 for a Free Consultation!

Personal Attention from a LOCAL San Jose Workers' Compensation Lawyer. No Fees Unless You Recover Compensation. Call (844) 427-4810 for a Free Consultation!

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Workers Compensation 100%

Applicant worker's compensation, in Spanish or English.

23 years | 5,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

12%-15%

Retainer

Sometimes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in California for 19 years

State: California

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

3150 Almaden Expressway, Suite 147, San Jose, CA, 95118

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Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

555 W Benjamin Holt Drive, Suite 415, Stockton, CA, 95207

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Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

3508 Cody Way, Suite 100G, Sacramento, CA, 95864

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Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

3196 South Higuera Street, Suite D, San Luis Obispo, CA, 95401

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Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

137 Central Avenue, Suite 8-A, Salinas, CA, 93901

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Bo Katzakian's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Georgea G | April 21, 2021 | Workers Compensation

Responsive, interested in my mom’s case and honest.

I did not hire Mr. Katzakian because he advised me to stick with my current attorney since we were far in the process. I contacted about 6 attorneys and Bo was the only one who reached out and asked me questions about my mom’s situation. My mom got injured at work, had knee ligaments implant and... screw placed. Within 6 months she was considered MMI but she was feeling so much pain. I was left with not many options by my current attorney so I contacted 6 attorneys through AVVO. No one replied, only Bo. Mr Bo Gave me more info than my current attorney and he was so kind to even go back and forth in emails explaining things to me. One thing I know for sure, next time I need an injury attorney I know who I will go with. He was honest by saying that anyone taking by case now would be doing that just for the money.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2022 | Workers Compensation

Sorry, but changed my review...

I was a little hesitant about posting again. However, I put a review regarding this Attorney. He happen to come up with a list of other attorneys. As I mentioned in my post that I never met him but I knew a few people who hired him for legal representation. I gave a nice compliment because I heard pe...rsonally from people who dealt with him.... they had more positive than negative things to say. It's great hearing about people's experiences especially when it''s positive. He never replied to my question which I wasn't expecting him to. I basically would recommend him. However, I thought maybe I would call to possibly get some of my questions answered. The woman who answered the phone was really patient, professional and took some information down so she could pass it to the intake person. Unfortunately,I can't remember the gentleman's name at the moment. However, after speaking with him, he wasn't very friendly and sounded rushed. I know my Workers' Compensation questions were somewhat complicated. I just wanted to get a second opinion from another attorney. I am currently being represented by an Attorney now. I totally understand that my case is at the end and I understand that an attorney doesn't want to have to clean up the shi! Of another Attorney's work. You know I get it that you win some and you lose some. This is my personal opinion that the system is broken. People seek for legal counsel because dealing with Workmans Comp is already a nightmare in itself and it's so complicated. I got a attorney to help guide me during this process. Sad to say when there's poor communication between you and your Attorney especially with following up with your client after a court hearing and your attorney leaves you in the dark ..... And honestly not trusting your Attorney is not a good feeling. My apologies for rambling. I actually did a little more research on this Attorney and it seems like he did wonder's for some of his clients which is great. Whoever, the intake person that I spoke to was a little rude. Again, I'm only speaking for myself! I didn't even even get as far as setting up a consultation. Sorry, but first impressions like that can set the tone for alot

Posted by Kelly | August 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

SAVE YOURSELF AND DO NOT HIRE THEM!!!!!

I see all these great reviews from this lawfirm and I did not have the same experience!!! I hired this firm but was assigned Aaron. He is absolutely horrible!!! Since the end of may when I hired them absolutely nothing has happened in my case. No communication, doctors appointments, no appeal ...filed, which is very disappointing considering my wife had the temp benefits approved upon submitting some documents. The lawyer never submitting those documents and after asking about them they stated the documents were put in my file and never even sent!!! I literally begged for a dr, was informed I needed to get medical coverage which I did all to find out the dr doesn’t except the insurance I purchased. He was supposed to get back with me on a dr that did take it, months passed and no word. 2 and half months later I got an email stating, sorry for the delay in getting back with me but I should just google a dr!!! My deposition is right around the corner and still no word from Aaron. I was only informed by the insurances lawyers. He never answers ANY of my questions and only states it’s a long process. I’m sure they will take down this review but it you do happen to see this, PLEASE DO NOT HIRE THEM!!!! THEY ONLY MAKE THIS ALREADY STRESSFUL TIME THAT MUCH MORE STRESSFUL!!!! You will have more questions after hiring them then you did before!!!!!! You won’t get a dr unless you have insurance and find one on your own, you will never hear from them and they will lie all the way to the bank!!!!!

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Bo Katzakian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lana Shearer

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Katzakian is an astute advocate for his clients. He offers experience, empathy, and skillful representation to injured worker. I highly recommend him for your workers' compensation matter."

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James Dal Bon

Workers compensation lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Bo for five years. Worker's Compensation is an extremely difficult area of law. The difficulty lies in handling the clients. Bo treats every injured worker with respect and dignity. He keeps his clients informed on every step of the process. I would recommend family members to Bo."

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Tai Bogan

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Katzakian is an incredibly intelligent attorney. He fights for his clients rights and protects them against the big insurance companies who make money by denying liability and payment to injured people. You should not hesitate to consult with him regarding your case. He speaks multiple languages, most notably English and Spanish so he can assist a monolingual Spanish client."

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Lana Shearer

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Principal, Law Offices of Bo Katzakian

2004 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Law Office of Joseph Barlupo LLP

Associations

2012 - Present

California Applicants' Attorneys Association

Member

Education

2005

Humphreys College Laurence Drivon School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1998

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

MA - Masters

1992

Santa Clara University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Santa Clara County Paralegals Assoc.

Worker's Compensation Basics

Publications

2016

2016

San Jose Worker's Compensation Blog Avoiding heat-related on-the-job injury

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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