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WELCOME TO PASADENA MAGAZINE’S 2026 BEST OF PASADENA LEGAL
For our inaugural Best of Pasadena Legal, we brought the selection process in-house under the guidance of a former publisher of Super Lawyers. To ensure a thoughtful and well-rounded approach, we partnered with a third-party data team to survey attorneys, reviewed other reputable rankings and applied our own editorial perspective to inform the final selections.
Most importantly, we spoke directly with members of the local legal community. We asked attorneys whom they trust with referrals and sought recommendations from individuals in our network who have hired legal counsel. While some honorees appear on multiple recognized lists, it was equally important to highlight attorneys who, through our research, are doing meaningful work and are accessible to meet the legal needs of our readers.
THE FINE PRINT
This issue does not include the full list of honorees, and those featured primarily represent consumer-focused practice areas. The complete list will be available online, and both the print and digital editions will be accessible at orangecoast. com and distributed through our newsletters. Selecting an attorney is a personal decision. It is important to work with a lawyer or firm that not only has the experience to handle your matter, but also earns your trust. This list is intended to serve as a starting point, featuring both established attorneys and emerging leaders in the legal community.
This is just the beginning for Best of Pasadena Legal. You will see expanded legal coverage in future issues, and we welcome your feedback!
HOW DO I PICK THE RIGHT LAWYER FOR MY MATTER?
If you need legal advice or assistance, it’s important to choose the right lawyer for you and your needs. ere are some things you should consider or know when hiring an attorney:
• Ask for referrals from people you trust or begin with a reputable attorney rating resource.
• Discuss legal fees, expectations and all potential costs of services.
• Ask about the attorney’s experience with matters similar to yours, including how long they have practiced in that area and the types of clients they represent.
• Communicate your needs and expectations in advance to ensure alignment on communication style and approach.
• Ask about potential outcomes. While no attorney can guarantee a result, they should be able to explain the process and what to expect.
PATRICK BAGHDASERIANS, CFLS
Family Law | Baghdaserians Law Group, Inc.
FOR NEARLY TWO DECADES, PATRICK HAS DEVOTED HIS LEGAL CAREER TO REPRESENTING CLIENTS IN DIVORCE, CUSTODY AND PATERNITY MATTERS.
His practice includes complex marital dissolutions involving significant financial issues, high conflict custody disputes, parental relocation cases and claims involving breaches of fiduciary duty between spouses. He has built a reputation for handling challenging and emotionally charged family law matters with diligence and strategic focus.
In 2014, Patrick became one of the youngest attorneys to be certified as a family law specialist by the State Bar of California. In 2019, he co-founded Baghdaserians Law Group with longtime friend and colleague Daniel Leonetti, with the shared goal of providing high level representation in family law matters.
Patrick has extensive experience litigating complex discovery disputes, fraud related allegations and support determinations. He has appeared in court more than 1,000 times in family law proceedings and has tried dozens of short cause and long cause cases. He has also argued and defended hundreds of Requests for Order hearings, having handled more than 500 such motions throughout his career.
In addition to litigation, Patrick has successfully mediated more than 100 cases, often resolving disputes without
prolonged litigation. He has worked with retired udicial officers to facilitate settlements and has served as a family law mediator at the Pasadena Courthouse on numerous occasions.
n , atrick achieved a significant appellate victory involving a nuanced transmutation issue. The published opinion in Begian v. Sarajian (2018) 31 Cal.App.5th 506 remains an important authority in California family law and probate litigation.
Patrick earned his undergraduate degree from Loyola Marymount University and his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School. During law school, he served as a full time legal extern to the Honorable Robert M. Takasugi, where he observed and participated in federal trials and hearings.
Committed to service, Patrick has supported victims of domestic violence, including helping establish Southwestern Law School’s Domestic Violence Advocacy Initiative. He also donates proceeds from legal consultations to charitable organizations, including the American University of Armenia and the Armenian Educational Foundation. In 2025, Baghdaserians Law Group sponsored its first annual holiday toy drive for Children s Hospital Los Angeles.
723 East Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101 626-460-9525 | baglawgroup.com
D.LAW
Labor and Employment Law
D.LAW IS ANNOUNCING THE NEXT MAJOR STEP IN ITS
ONGOING
EVOLUTION BY CONSOLIDATING OPERATIONS AND MOVING TO A NEW, RECENTLY COMPLETED HEADQUARTERS BUILDING IN PASADENA.
Celebrating the start of their second decade as an employment law powerhouse, the company is bringing its team together in one dynamic environment customized for continuing success.
As Founder and Managing Attorney Emil Davtyan explains, “Our amazing new home is the culmination of a decade’s worth of milestones for our firm. t s the vision we ve been pursuing since , when launched avtyan rofessional Law Corporation on my thirtieth birthday.”
By 2018, the company grew to nine employees working in two offices lendale and Woodland ills and the following year it changed its name to avtyan Law irm, reflecting its transformation into a unified team of legal experts, now people strong.
Davtyan continues, “The pandemic hit a year later, and while we faced the same challenges experienced by companies and workers everywhere, we also found a silver lining as employment issues surged, leading to greater demand for our services and a rapidly expanding team of 30-plus.”
By 2021, the company began demonstrating its intention to redefine what an employment law firm can be by creating mass awareness and influence for its brand with innovative social media campaigns on a range of platforms, revolutionizing its outreach and attracting hundreds of thousands of followers.
c uisition of the law offices of Kevin T. Barnes in 2023 resulted in bringing litigation in-house, expanding the team to 60 while bringing new power to the mission of serving California’s working class. The integration of Yeremian Law later that year continued the exciting growth, and with 80 team members now fully engaged, the firm was ready to take everything to the next level.
Changing their name to D.Law to reflect a broader vision, and fortified with a workforce of employees, the firm was named #1 Mid-Size Business in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s “100 est laces to Work. wo offices expanded to four, and by 2024 D.Law’s unstoppable momentum had increased their ranks to a dedicated team of 130 people.
As the company continued to grow, the team’s shared values and aspirations were embodied in a Cultural Constitution that helps foster a unifi ed focus on the mission, values, workplace—and people—that defi ne D.Law. In 2025, Inc. Magazine recognized D.Law’s unique culture in their list of the nation’s Best Workplaces.
Now, with the move to their new Pasadena headquarters, the company’s vision is being more fully realized, not only by merging its offices from four to one but also through the custom architectural elements integrated into the building, created with both clients and team members in mind. These include kitchen and dining areas; a game room and gym to keep employees healthy and happy; a serene, outdoor garden terrace; an inviting, innovative lobby that transforms to an event space; and a fully equipped rooftop deck with the greatest views in Pasadena.
owever, the defining element of the new headquarters is the grand, circular staircase that serves
as the great connector for every floor of the building and all members of the team, a feature that reflects .Law s belief that greater connection—and communication—are key to pursuing its goal of becoming the biggest and most innovative employment law firm in California and, eventually, the nation.
In addition to its new Pasadena headquarters, D.Law has satellite offices in Long each, San iego, San
Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Chico, San Luis Obispo, Lake Tahoe, San Bernardino, Monterey, Stockton, and San Jose to protect the rights of all California workers.
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KRISTEN M. HOWARD
Managing Partner
Law Offices of akupson oward
What stands out in the way you approach working with your clients? What differentiates you from others in law?
My approach to family law is grounded in empathy, authenticity, trust and integrity. I believe clients deserve an attorney who listens carefully, understands their experience and recognizes the emotional complexity of family transitions. I create a supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected. What sets me apart is my commitment to honest communication and principled guidance. I prioritize transparency and collaboration so clients understand their options and feel confident in their decisions. approach each case with steadiness and purpose, focused on outcomes that support long term stability.
What do you want potential clients and legal referral sources to know about your practice?
My practice is built on clear communication, thoughtful advocacy and a strong commitment to client care. I take a collaborative approach, ensuring clients are informed, supported and actively involved throughout the process. Referral sources can trust that their clients will receive attentive, high quality representation. I am prepared to handle complex matters with care and consistency, always focused on achieving outcomes that reflect each client s needs and priorities.
What is the primary focus of your legal practice? Do you have a niche or unique area of law you want to highlight?
My practice focuses on family law, guiding clients through complex and often emotional transitions. I approach each matter with a human centered perspective, combining compassion with strategic thinking. Whether through mediation, collaborative law or traditional representation, I prioritize solutions that reduce conflict and preserve dignity. I work closely with clients to develop outcomes that reflect their values, protect their families and support a stronger future.
301 East Colorado Boulevard, Suite 610, Pasadena, CA 91101 626-356-0752 | asa enafam lylawfirm.com
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THE MILLER LAW GROUP
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What is the primary focus of your legal practice? Do you have a niche or unique area of law you want to highlight?
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What stands out in the way you approach working with your clients? What differentiates you from others in law?
he firm s growth is driven by the uality of its work, sound judgment and a steadfast commitment to its clients. During some of the most challenging moments in their lives, clients receive direct communication, a clear plan of action and personalized attention. Each matter is approached with honesty and transparency so clients understand their options and path forward. he firm believes strong advocacy is built on trust, and that trust is earned through consistent results.
What do you want potential clients and legal referral sources to know about your practice?
he firm is deeply committed to the communities it serves. t believes every individual deserves dignity and fair treatment under the law. n addition to representing clients, the firm supports community efforts through partnerships, contributions and advocacy. his commitment reflects a broader mission to stand alongside those facing injustice and to provide meaningful, principled representation.
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ALAN B. SNITZER, ESQ.
Personal Injury
Workers Compensation Sworn Only
Law Offices of lan . Snit er, P.C.
Alan Snitzer has practiced law for more than 47 years, including 36 years in Pasadena, leading a firm of nearly employees dedicated to providing effective and responsive client service. he firm is among a select few in California whose workers’ compensation practice is exclusively focused on representing sworn public safety officers, including police, fire and sheriff personnel, from more than 75 state, county and local agencies. he firm has represented more than , sworn clients. n addition, the firm handles plaintiffs personal injury and wrongful death cases, often representing law enforcement clients injured in the line of duty, as well as civilians with serious in uries. he firm has secured hundreds of six figure recoveries, multiple seven figure results and a recent $15 million settlement for a police motorcycle sergeant who sustained a traumatic brain injury.
Snit er is a State ar of California certified specialist in workers’ compensation law and has been named to the Southern California Super Lawyers list for 12 consecutive years. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell for more than 25 years and has served on the board of directors of the California Applicants’ Attorneys Association for more than 15 years. He is also a longtime member of the Consumer ttorneys of California and holds a out of rating from vvo.
He has lectured extensively and written on public safety injury cases and the intersection of personal injury and workers’ compensation law.
Snitzer served six years as a military policeman and sergeant in the Army National Guard. He and his wife, Dottie, support local charitable organizations, including Huntington Hospital and Union Station Homeless Services.
80 South Lake Avenue, Suite 800, Pasadena, CA 91101 626-449-4300
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Mardirosian & Mardirosian
Margarit Mardirosian Glendale
Mat Law
Nareg Terhovsepian Glendale
Mcnally Law O ce
Frank Mcnally Pasadena
Metri Law Group
John Metri Pasadena
Nazaryan Law Group
Alpin Nazaryan Glendale
Paijuk Law
George Paijuk La Crescenta
Pinnacle
Kevin Gevorgyan Glendale
Premier Justice Law
Susan Yu Pasadena
Pyramid Legal
David Zakharian Pasadena
Scolinos Sheldon & Nevell
Daniel Sheldon
Todd Nevell Pasadena
Seropian Law
Jacob Seropian Pasadena
Shahbazian Law
Melina Shahbazian Glendale
Sherman & Sherman
Andre Sherman Pasadena
Sookasian Amirkhanian Law Group
Artin Sookasian Glendale
Strassburg Gilmore & Wel
Justin Strassburg
Pasadena
Tedford & Associates
James Tedford II
Pasadena
The Agadzhanyan Firm
Serop Agadzhanyan
Glendale
The Najarian Law Firm
Alexander Najarian
Glendale
The Shirvanian Law Firm
Narbeh Shirvanian
Glendale
Thon Beck Vanni Callahan & Powell
Gregory Vanni
Michael O’connor
Ra Ohanian
Pasadena
Ulysses Law
Giorgio Odysseus Panagos
South Pasadena
Vardanyan Law Firm
Ruben Vardanyan
Pasadena
Viau & Kwasniewski
Gary Kwasniewski
La Cañada Flintridge
Zaimi Law Firm
Christina Zaimi
Glendale
PERSONAL INJURY
GENERAL: PLAINTIFF
Albert Abkarian & Associates
Albert Abkarian
Glendale
Ball & Evans
Stephen Ball
Pasadena
Becker Law Group
Todd Becker
Pasadena
Big Ben Lawyers
Benjamin Charchian
Glendale
Bonholtzer Law
Eric Bonholtzer
Pasadena
D & Z Law Group
Abraham Dervishian
Glendale
Dewitt Algorri & Algorri
Ernest Algorri
Mark Algorri
Pasadena
Law O ce Of Alexis Djivre
Alexis Djivre
Glendale
Thon Beck Vanni Callahan & Powell
Kevin Callahan
Pasadena
PERSONAL INJURY MEDICAL MALPRACTICE: PLAINTIFF
Dewitt Algorri & Algorri
William Mcmillan
Pasadena
Law O ces Of William H
Newkirk
William Newkirk
South Pasadena
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY: DEFENSE
L&F Brown
Curt Brown
Glendale
Law O ce Of James I Ham
James Ham
Glendale
Law O ce Of Kyle Kveton
Kyle Kveton
Pasadena
Pansky Markle
Ellen Pansky
South Pasadena
PROFESSIONAL
LIABILITY: PLAINTIFF
Collins + Collins
Kristin Busch
Pasadena
Erin Joyce Law
Erin Joyce
Pasadena
REAL ESTATE
Hunt Ortmann
Kevin Brody
Pasadena
Lagerlof LLP
Richard Rasmussen
Pasadena
Law O ces Of San San Lee
San Lee
South Pasadena
Metis Law Group
Arpa Rostami
La Crescenta
My Justice Lawyer
John Yenokian
Glendale
Palmer Hunter & Hall
Mark Pecheck
Pasadena
Richardson | Ober
Kelly Richardson
Pasadena
Udell Wang
Michael Udell
Pasadena
TAX
Ascendant
Raul Escatel
Glendale
Breyer Andrew
Gregory Zbylut
Pasadena
Hahn & Hahn
Karl Swaidan
Pasadena
TECHNOLOGY TRANSACTIONS
Breyer Andrew
Amy Breyer
Pasadena
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Glauber Berenson Vego
Jamie Berenson
Ryan Vego
Glendale
Law O ces Of Alan B
Snitzer
Alan Snitzer
Pasadena
Margaryan Law
Srpul Margaryan
Glendale
Noble Attorneys
Michael Chakrian
Glendale
Solimon Rodgers
Peter Solimon
Pomona
INSURANCE
Bekhloyan Law APC
Avedis Bekhloyan
Sierra Madre
ESTATE PLANNING
Gorton Janosik & Poxon, LLP
James Gorton
Pasadena
Lagerlof LLP
Jonathan Primuth
Pasadena
MARK RUSSAKOW
Senior Partner
Trust Law Partners, LLP
What stands out in the way you approach working with your clients? What differentiates you from others in law?
At Trust Law Partners, we recognize that our clients often come to us at one of the most difficult moments of their lives grappling not only with the loss of a loved one, but also the shock and betrayal that can arise when a trusted family member is accused of wrongfully taking an inheritance. We understand that successfully navigating these cases re uires more than legal skill it demands a genuine appreciation of the emotional dynamics at play. hat is why we listen first. We do not presume to have all the answers only the legal ones and we take the time to understand each client s uni ue experience before offering guidance.
What is the primary focus of your practice?
Our firm focuses exclusively on rust and Estate litigation. rust Law artners has assembled one of the largest and most experienced groups of plaintiff side trust and estate litigators in California. Our depth of talent rivals and in some cases exceeds that of many large firms, allowing us to provide both the personali ed attention of a bouti ue practice and the resources, insight, and firepower of a ma or litigation team.
LISA TAN
Senior Partner
Trust Law Partners, LLP
What stands out in the way you approach working with your clients? What differentiates you from others in law?
While a strong understanding of the law is essential, my approach is grounded in empathy, particularly when navigating decades long family conflicts in probate and trust litigation. recogni e the emotional toll these disputes can take and prioriti e creating a supportive environment for my clients. y listening carefully and understanding the uni ue dynamics of each situation, develop creative, results oriented solutions tailored to the specific facts of each case. My goal is to resolve disputes effectively while ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout the process.
What do you want potential clients and legal referral sources to know about your practice?
Our firm speciali es in probate and trust litigation throughout California. With extensive experience and a deep understanding of these matters, we are well e uipped to navigate disputes involving estates and trusts. Our work includes addressing complex family dynamics, contested wills and trusts, and fiduciary issues. We are committed to providing comprehensive representation and pursuing favorable outcomes for our clients across the state.
ANI
M.
GARIKIAN
LAW OFFICES OF ANI M. GARIKIAN
Ani M. Garikian is a Certified amily Law Specialist focused exclusively on the practice of amily Law, with over years of experience handling complex and high conflict divorce cases, premarital agreements, and other amily Law matters.
arikian has earned an reeminent rating by Martindale ubbell for many years and has been named to the list of Southern California Super Lawyers annually since 2012.
Whether acting in the capacity of litigator, mediator or consulting attorney, she offers a range of conflict resolution strategies to help clients resolve their amily Law disputes through a process that aligns with their goals while remaining respectful and cost effective.
100 N. Brand Blvd., 2nd Floor Glendale, CA 91203 818-539-2209 garikianlaw.com
BONHOLTZER, ESQ BONHOLTZER LAW
ric C. onholt er is an award winning personal in ury trial attorney dedicated to securing full and fair compensation for his clients. e was named a op p and Coming ttorney by Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years and has been recogni ed as a Super Lawyer for the past three years. onholt er was selected as a op ttorney by the Los ngeles imes in and named Litigator of the ear from to by the merican nstitute of rial Lawyers. e is also a member of the merican oard of rial dvocates.
SAYEMA J. HAMEED, ESQ. HAMEED LAW GROUP
1055 E. Colorado Blvd., Ste. 500 Pasadena, CA 91106
ayema ameed is an employment mediator and attorney with more than years of experience representing businesses and individuals in employment and business matters, including single plaintiff, and class actions. former ig Law attorney, she brings strategic insight and care to every matter. s a mediator, she approaches each party with empathy and draws on her experience representing both employers and employees to achieve efficient, lasting resolutions. ameed is a graduate of Stanford niversity and the CL School of Law and has been named a Southern California Super Lawyer each year since .
626-204-4080 | hameedlawgroup.com
555 E. Union St., Pasadena, CA 91101
626-546-0911 | bonholtzerlaw.com
CARLIE BOUSLAUGH
Partner |
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The nationally recognized attorneys of Baron & Budd, P.C., Diab Chambers, LLP, and Ellis Riccobono, LLP, known collectively as the Wildfire ecovery ttorneys, have represented thousands of plaintiffs affected by wildfires. he Wildfire ecovery ttorneys have collectively recovered more than $1.7 billion* for utility caused wildfire damages. Wildfire ecovery ttorneys are not ust fighting in the courts for their clients, but at the state levels, rebuffing efforts by utility companies who are trying to take away rights of fire victims. s a partner with iab Chambers, Carlie focuses her practice on representing public entities and individual plaintiffs against utility companies for fire related damages. Carlie is an experienced litigator who has spent more than ten years fighting for her clients. She has been selected as a ising Star by Super Lawyers each year since , an honor awarded to only the top . of attorneys in the county.
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What stands out in the way you approach working with your clients? What differentiates you from others in law?
t M , we take a thoughtful, strategic and highly personali ed approach to every client relationship. We focus on understanding each client s priorities and tailoring our guidance to meet their specific goals. What differentiates us is our commitment to resolving matters constructively whenever possible while remaining fully prepared to advocate when necessary. Our team combines deep experience with a practical, solutions oriented mindset, helping clients navigate complex situations with clarity, confidence and care.
What is the primary focus of your legal practice? o you ha e a niche or uni ue area of law you want to highlight?
Our primary focus is family law. We handle a wide range of matters with an emphasis on thoughtful, strategic solutions tailored to each client s needs. We are particularly known for our strength in mediation, consensual dispute resolution and complex premarital and postmarital agreements. Our approach prioriti es minimi ing conflict while protecting our clients interests, offering both sophisticated guidance and practical support throughout every stage of the process.
SABRINA LI, ESQ.
Founder and Managing Attorney Law Offices of Sabrina Li, P.C.
What do you want potential clients and legal referral sources to know about your practice?
Immigration matters are often life changing, and we are committed to strong advocacy. We do not back down from difficult cases and pursue the best possible outcome with the same determination as our clients. Our firm is known for a high success rate in complex matters, built on strategic thinking and precision.
What is the primary focus of your legal practice?
Our practice focuses on immigration law in all its complexity, with particular strength in waivers and inadmissibility cases, including matters involving fraud or misrepresentation, criminal records, unlawful presence and related grounds. We also handle investor visas, family and employment based immigration, asylum, VAWA, U visas, removal defense and federal litigation and appeals. Sabrina Li is a certified specialist in immigration and nationality law and leads a multilingual team fluent in English, Mandarin, Spanish and Cantonese.
388 Cordova Street, Unit 100C Pasadena, CA 91101 213-375-8096 | sabrinali.law
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