Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in California since: 2018
Education: Southwestern Law School
Languages spoken: Armenian, English, Russian, Spanish
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Gohar Abelian is more than a lawyer—she is a formidable advocate for personal injury victims and a powerful example of modern female entrepreneurship. As the founder and principal attorney of The Abelian Law Firm, she is driven by a clear mission: to level the playing field for those navigating some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Her practice focuses on personal injury and litigation, where she combines sharp legal strategy with genuine compassion.
Known for her client-centered approach, Gohar takes the time to understand the unique circumstances of every individual she represents. She delivers personalized counsel while relentlessly pursuing justice, ensuring her clients’ rights are protected at every stage.
From the earliest years of her legal career, Gohar has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to service and legal education. She dedicated over 100 hours of volunteer work assisting underprivileged individuals, providing guidance and advocacy to those with limited access to legal resources. She also taught tort law at a nonprofit law school, helping shape and inspire the next generation of legal professionals.
Her dedication and results have earned her consistent recognition within the legal community. She has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star for five consecutive years (2022–2026) and was recently honored in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2025 and 2026. Among her notable achievements, her firm recently secured a $2.5 million settlement—an outcome that underscores her commitment to achieving meaningful results for her clients.
Gohar’s thought leadership extends beyond the courtroom. She has been featured in Forbes and Vanity Fair, and is a frequent contributor on Medium, where she writes on current legal issues and helps educate the public on evolving legal concerns.
Beyond her practice, Gohar remains deeply invested in the future of the legal profession. She serves on the Alumna Board of Directors at Southwestern Law School and actively mentors aspiring attorneys through both her firm and community-based programs.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Brain Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2018, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.abelianlawfirm.com/
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Settled a case for $2,500,000.00 representing an injured driver hit by a commercial vehicle., 2025
Educational Background
- Attended Southwestern Law School while raising two children, balancing the demands of family life with the rigor of legal education. I excelled in the SCALE program, an intensive two-year accelerated curriculum designed to fast-track students into the legal profession. Beyond my academic achievements, I have remained actively engaged in the legal community, continuing to build and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues across the industry. I am also proud to serve as an Alumna Board Member on Southwestern Law School’s Board of Directors, where I contribute to supporting and advancing the institution’s mission., 2015-2017
White Papers
- Forbes Magazine published an article about my how I cultivate a long lasting work culture, where employees continue to work long term and build long lasting professional relationships., Forbes Feature, Consumers, Employees, Employers And The Legal Profession, 2025
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- I coined a term within my profession called "The Legal Care Method", and in this article I discuss why it's important when handling personal injury cases with my law firm, Abelian Law. , Writer, Why Personal Injury Law? And Why Abelian Law Lead With Care., Medium, Consumers And Legal Industry, 2025
- As a personal injury attorney, I see public safety in a different light. Each case I handle isn’t only about compensation, it’s about uncovering preventable harm and making sure it doesn’t happen again. In this article I discuss why Personal Injury law is Public Safety law, how to prevent injuries and why the upcoming years require us to pay more attention to safety protocols. , Writer, Why Personal Injury Law is Public Safety Law, Medium, Personal Injuries, Public Safety, Consumer And The Legal Profession, 2025
- We often treat our digital conversations as private, casual exchanges, a place to brainstorm, vent, or explore ideas. But in the legal world, words, no matter where they appear, can take on new significance. I’ve guided clients through situations where their own texts, emails, and yes, even chat logs, became evidence. What feels like an offhand remark in a digital conversation can suddenly become a statement under scrutiny. In this article, I discuss how digital communications can be used against them in a personal injury case., Writer, Did You Know Your ChatGPT Conversations Could End Up in Court?, Medium, All Industries, 2025
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Elected to the Southwestern Law School Board of Directors. I serve on the Education Committee as well as the Scholarship Committee. , 2026
Honors
- Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch for two consecutive years- 2025 and 2026., Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch, https://www.bestlawyers.com/lawyers/gohar-abelian/396447, 2026
- SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S VISIONARY CONSUMER ATTORNEYS, https://www.latimes.com/b2b/business-visionaries/consumer-attorneys, 2026
- Elite Lawyer, https://www.elitelawyer.com/profile/11435-gohar-abelian, 2026
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“Excellenet attorney”
“Phenomenal personal injury attorney”
“Gohar is extremely dedicated and passionate about helping her clients. She truly goes above and beyond.”
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2022 - 2026
