Meet Raffi Tapanian, Founding Attorney
About Raffi Tapanian
Raffi Tapanian is the founding attorney of Tapanian Law, APC, based in Glendale, California. He is passionate about fighting for justice and protecting the rights of individuals who need it most.
Raffi’s practice focuses on employment law — standing firmly by employees facing wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage violations — as well as landlord-tenant and habitability disputes, where he advocates exclusively for tenants, and personal injury matters. Clients throughout Glendale and the greater Los Angeles area turn to Raffi for compassionate support, clear communication, and relentless advocacy.
Whether you’ve been injured, are facing unfair treatment from a landlord, or are experiencing workplace injustice, Raffi is here to help you navigate the legal process and pursue the best possible outcome.
Education and Bar Admission
B.A. in History, minor in Armenian Studies — University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), 2019
J.D. — Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, June 2022
Admitted to the California Bar — November 2022
Awards and Recognition
Judge Barry Russell Federal Practice Award, Federal Bar Association (September 2022) — awarded annually to one student from each of the five ABA-approved law schools in the Los Angeles area for outstanding achievement in federal courts and federal practice coursework. Raffi was selected as Loyola Law School’s honoree.
Why Clients Choose Raffi Tapanian
Direct, personal attention from an attorney — not a case manager or paralegal
Clear communication throughout your case
A dedicated advocate for employees and tenants, in a legal system that often favors employers and landlords
Free initial consultation
