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.
General Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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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 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Dourian handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
Wrongful Termination in Pasadena
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Contracts in Pasadena
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Sexual Harassment in Pasadena
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Medical Malpractice in Pasadena
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Personal Injury in Pasadena
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
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.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pasadena Choose Robert Dourian
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Dourian's practice in the field of wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, medical malpractice, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Dourian brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California United States District Court for the Central District of California and District of Columbia, Robert Dourian can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, contracts, and sexual harassment, Robert Dourian can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Robert Dourian attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Dourian Handles in Pasadena
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