Empowering Women in Law: A Journey with Jasmine Gevorkyan, Esq.

Jasmine Gevorkyan, Esq.

Founding President

In the traditionally male-dominated field of law, women leaders like Jasmine Gevorkyan are pioneers of excellence, compassion, and advocacy. As the Founding President of Gevorkyan Law Firm, A.P.L.C., Jasmine embodies exceptional leadership, combining loyalty, dedication, and a profound commitment to her firm’s success. This dialogue delves into Jasmine’s excellent qualities and leadership principles that have shaped her law firm and inspired others.

Jasmine’s journey into leadership was ignited by personal tragedy. At the age of 13, her mother’s passing due to medical malpractice drove her determination to advocate for justice. This experience propelled her to pursue a career in law, where she has since helped thousands of injured individuals obtain the justice they deserve. Despite facing discouragement as a new immigrant from Armenia and uncertainty about her potential as a female lawyer, Jasmine persevered. Overcoming these challenges, she was admitted to law school at 19 and achieved the milestones of becoming both a lawyer and a mother by the age of 23.

At the beginning of her career, she worked as an insurance defense attorney, representing major transportation companies and insurance carriers. She has litigated and tried to verdict numerous catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.

After gaining significant trial experience as a defense attorney, Jasmine confidently launchedher law practice in 2011, with a focus on advocating for the rights of injured individuals, including those facing economic disadvantages.Having witnessed firsthand the impact of different leadership styles, Jasmine was committed to fostering an environment where her team felt empowered, valued, and motivated.

Through hard work, dedication, and exemplary leadership, Jasmine’s solo law practice grew into a more prominent, multi-member firm, ultimately gaining esteem and recognition within the community. A hallmark of Jasmine’s leadership lies in her ability to empathize with her team members and understand their individual needs and aspirations. She addresses challenges by providing guidance and support to her team while ensuring accountability. Reflecting on her experiences working for other attorneys, Jasmine continually refines her leadership style to benefit her team and law firm. In essence, Jasmine Gevorkyan’s leadership style exemplifies resilience, adaptability, and unwavering dedication to her team’s success.

Jasmine has been continuously recognized as a Top Female Attorney by Top Women Attorneys in Southern California, a Top 40 Under 40 Attorney by the National Trial Lawyers, Excellence in Civil Litigation by The Lawyers of Distinction, Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Personal Injury Law, Women’s Council & Awards Nominee published in the Los Angeles Business Journal, Litigator of the Year by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers, America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, America’s Most Honored Professionals by the American Registry, the Finest Lawyers in the World by Primerus, Top 100 Civil Plaintiff’s Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 under 40 for Excellence in Personal Injury by NAOPIA, and from 2015 to 2022 a Los Angeles Super Lawyer Rising Star by Super Lawyers.

Jasmine is admitted to practice in all State Courts of California and in the United States District Court, Central District of California. She has been certified by Pepperdine University’s Straus Institute in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution, along with being certified by Westlaw.  

Jasmine is committed to advancing women’s leadership in law, advocating for gender equality, and promoting opportunities for female attorneys and women in the legal field to thrive. Her goals include mentorship, diversity initiatives, and creating pathways for women to excel in all areas of the legal profession. Through her mentorship, she has empowered her team and countless women in the legal field to excel, challenging stereotypes and breaking barriers within the legal profession.

For nearly two decades, Jasmine’s exceptional trial advocacy skills have led to multi-million-dollar recoveries for her clients, laying the foundation for a thriving legal empire. Her journey as a female leader in law showcases resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment, serving as an inspiration for others to pursue their dreams. Jasmine’s dedication to empowering women and driving positive change within the legal profession symbolizes female empowerment and serves as a beacon of inspiration for generations to come.

" I am dedicated and will continue to dedicate myself to the advancement of women’s leadership in the legal profession, advocating for gender equality, and promoting opportunities for female attorneys and women in the legal field to thrive. "

Jasmine Gevorkyan, Esq.

Founding President

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