Atty. Robert Dourian

Atty. Robert Dourian

Born August 8, 1956 in Marseille, France. Moved to the United States in 1957 with family, and raised in New York City until family moved again to California in 1969.

Pasadena Pasadena 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (626) 460-3860

Profile Summary

About Robert Dourian at a glance

Robert Dourian is a Partner based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Law Offices of Robert Dourian. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California United States District Court for the Central District of California (1984) and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at University of La Verne (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Los Angeles County and American. Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Born August 8, 1956 in Marseille, France
  • Moved to the United States in 1957 with family, and raised in New York City until family moved again to California in 1969
  • Graduated from Le Conte Junior High in Hollywood, California in 1970
  • Graduated from Grant High School in Van Nuys, California in 1974
  • Graduated from Los Angeles Valley College, AA degree in 1976, Graduated from U.C.L.A
  • In 1979, receiving a B.A, degree
  • From 1979 through 1983 worked full time as a law clerk for various law firms in Los Angeles, and during this same period, attended law school at San Fernando Valley College of Law (later known as University of La Verne-College of Law), graduating in 1983 with a Jurist Doctorate Degree in Law
  • Outstanding Service Award for Volunteer Legal Aid, L.A
  • Community College, 1985
  • Completed Trial Advocacy Program at University of Southern California, Law Center in 1986, and awarded ATLA National Student Trial Advocacy Competition
  • Admitted to the California Bar on June 13, 1984
  • Admitted to the Federal Bar of the United States District Court, Central District on July 12, 1984
  • Admitted to the Bar of the District of Columbia, (Washington, D.C.) on October 7, 1991
  • From 1984 to the present, practicing law in Los Angeles County, emphasizing litigation and trial
  • Married with two children

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Dourian's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Dourian handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Contracts

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Sexual Harassment

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Dourian

Where is Robert Dourian's law office located?
Robert Dourian's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is Law Offices of Robert Dourian. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Dourian handle?
Robert Dourian focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Dourian practiced law?
Robert Dourian has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert Dourian go to law school?
Robert Dourian earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Robert Dourian for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Dourian received?
Robert Dourian's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of La Verne
- 1983
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1979

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California United States District Court for the Central District of California
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992

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