Shawn S. Hakakian, Esq.
Founder & Managing Attorney
Shawn S. Hakakian is the founder and principal attorney of Hakakian Law Group. He specializes in personal injury matters. Shawn has an established track record in personal injury litigation, having recovered millions of dollars in settlements on behalf of his clients. Shawn advocates fiercely on behalf of his clients to ensure that they receive maximum compensation and are made whole from the injuries they've sustained. Whether the matter is big or small, Shawn ensures that his clients are treated like family and prioritizes their recovery - giving personal attention to every single case.
Shawn received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He then received his Juris Doctorate at the Ivy League University of Pennsylvania Law School. While there, Shawn received a certificate in Business Management at the country's top-ranked business institution, the Wharton School. Shawn then began his career working at the prestigious global law firm, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher, LLP, where he worked on complex multimillion dollar transactions in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment. Shawn's educational background and experience have allowed him to thrive in personal injury matters, as he is a seasoned and aggressive negotiator. This enables Shawn to go head-to-head with insurance companies on the highest-stakes matters - matters involving the injuries of individuals and their loved ones.
As the son of an immigrant, Shawn experienced first-hand how consumers without adequate legal representation are taken advantage of. As your personal injury attorney, Shawn approaches your case with empathy and transparency to ensure that you receive dedicated legal representation and care of the highest quality.
BAR ADMISSIONS
- California
EDUCATION
- J.D., University of Pennsylvania Law School
- Business Management Certificate, the Wharton School
- B.S., University of California, San Diego
LANGUAGES
- English
- Spanish
- Farsi
Recent Blog Posts
The Legal and Financial Implications of Motor Vehicle Accidents
The Importance of Choosing the Right Personal Injury Attorney
Hit and Run Accidents in California
How Auto Insurance Applies to Your California Personal Injury Case
California Auto Accident FAQ
Recommendations
- Shawn is one of the most reliable, accessible and hard working attorneys. I highly recommend him if you're looking to maximize the result of your personal injury case! He's very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain every single step of the case process to you and truly cares about his clie...
- I used Shawn to help me with a personal injury case after my friend and I got rear ended on the 405! He was extremely responsive and communicated next steps at all times and answered every question I had along the way. Would definitely recommend Shawn for any personal injury case.
- Shawn Hakakian at Hakakian Law Group exemplifies exceptional professionalism and expertise. He has a great mix of professionalism and a friendly approach that makes you feel supported every step of the way. He's an excellent communicator and always finds the best strategies to get great results. ...
- I was involved in a car accident and the representatives at Hakakian Law Group guided me throughout the entire legal process. I was very lucky to have them on my side as they worked very hard to get the maximum settlement amount possible. I would highly recommend everyone to contact them for thei...