professional bio
Armen Shakoorian is a California native with interests in business and law. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara. After moving to San Diego, Armen earned his Masters of Business Administration from San Diego State University, while concurrently earning his JD from California Western School of Law. He is an active member of his local bar association and business organizations.
Armen has focused his practice to Workers’ Compensation defense for a half decade. He joined Bradford & Barthel in November, 2021, and is delighted to be working with a team of honorable, dignified, and professional individuals. Work ethic, honesty, and business competence are what guides him, and likewise, what he demands from those with whom he works. He has held and maintained a solid reputation with both clients and colleagues for his aggressive file handling and quick turnaround times. He has secured a number of rare 'take-nothing' decisions and has prevailed on a number of contentious trial issues. Armen has exhibited excellent client communications with clients and opposing counsel throughout his career, and has demonstrated a vigorous work ethic, achieving excellent results for his clients. He prides himself on being easily accessible by all forms of communication, and has never been shy in zealously advocating for his clients.
During his free time, Armen enjoys playing chess, hunting, and traveling. He also enjoys volunteering for his local chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. He enjoys cooking for his family, specializing in barbeque and smoke meats, and dabbles in the art of craft cocktail making.
Outstanding Achievements
Outstanding Achievements (take nothing awards, fraud convictions, and petitions for credit/reimbursement)- September 20, 2024 – In re: Luis Diaz Nieto, Jr.
- August 21, 2024 – In re: Shona Lee
- August 20, 2024 – In re: Rafael Chavez
- July 24, 2024 – In re: Shona Lee
- July 24, 2024 – In re: Joel Medrano aka Pineda Munoz
- May 11, 2023 – In re: Arely Ruiz
- April 10, 2023 – In re: Kevin Crowl
Education & Memberships
2014 California Western School of Law (Sacramento, CA)
Juris Doctor
2014 San Diego State University (San Diego, CA)
Masters (Business Administration)
2011 University of California, Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara, CA)
Bachelor of Arts (Political Science & Philosophy)
2017 State Bar of California
