For the Best Defense of Workers’ Compensation, Liability, and Employment Tort Claims
Now in our fifth decade, The Law Firm of Friedman + Bartoumian provides exemplary, cost-effective legal services.
About the Law Firm of Friedman + Bartoumian
Friedman + Bartoumian offers a broad range of legal expertise. Our attorneys have earned the respect of other attorneys, judges and clients throughout California and the nation. In recognition of our legal ability and ethical standards, we have received a high rating from the Martindale-Hubbell organization, the most respected source of authoritative biographical information about members of the legal community worldwide.
Our team of attorneys and paraprofessionals are ready to collaborate with you to find positive solutions to your legal concerns.
Our Areas of Legal Expertise
Honored By Ventura County
The Board of Supervisors for the County of Ventura has bestowed honors on our founder, Heywood G. Friedman, and Friedman + Bartoumian in recognition of our decades of service to the community and pro bono legal work. Examples of such service include sponsorship of academic, athletic, and arts programs at Conejo Valley schools and volunteer legal services to numerous churches, synagogues, charitable institutions, and non-profit organizations.
Our Attorneys
Our reputable, talented team members are among the top in their respective fields. We care about our clients and our community and will work tirelessly to achieve exceptional results for you.
Partners
Heywood G. Friedman, Esq.
Haik K. Bartoumian, Esq.
Associates
Jeremy M. Shatzer, Esq.
Robert Grethel, Esq.
Karri L. Fischer, Esq.
Marla B. Shah, Esq.
Chad R. Fine, Esq.
Michael Mense, Esq.
Maureen T. Blair, Esq.
Mitchell Kaucher, Esq.
Nonna Stepanian, Esq.
Arman Shirinian, Esq.
Sheena Ghassemi, Esq
Tamera Casey, Esq.
Nada Elshaari, Esq.
Shirin Namini, Esq.
News & Events
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True Claim Stories: A Sixty-Second Seminar in Workers’ Compensation Claims Handling
Today we are offering something different. Instead of a blog focused on a singular workers’ compensation topic, we’re offering up four true claims stories, each of which we believe will either elicit a smile or a…
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In Memory of Paul Lee, Esq.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and tragic death of our treasured friend and co-worker, Paul Lee, Esq., who passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023. Paul’s warm and caring personality, his…
First Aid: A Sixty-Second Seminar in Workers’ Compensation Claims Handling
As strange as it may seem, the rules under California’s workers’ compensation act pertaining to “first aid injuries” are becoming more and more complex. Instinctively thought of as minor injuries which could be handled directly by…
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Commutations: A Sixty-Second Seminar in Workers’ Compensation Claims Handling
At a recent WCAB hearing, a judge was asked to approve a petition for commutation to enable an applicant to pay off a large credit card debt that was accruing interest at an annual rate of…
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Surveillance: A Sixty-Second Seminar in Workers’ Compensation Claims Handling
Today’s blog is all about surveillance. Many employers and claims administrators tend to rely on surveillance as a last resort to disprove the existence of an industrial injury/disability, or perhaps to determine if a claimant is…
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Workers’ Compensation Nurses: A Sixty-Second Seminar in Workers’ Compensation Claims Handling
In today’s world of workers’ compensation, it is a most welcome and common occurrence for nurses to be engaged to assist and participate in the adjustment of industrial claims; however, most claims professionals are unaware there…
Testimonials
“Heywood takes the time to meet with us to get a clear understanding of what our goals are. Currently focusing on closing aged and difficult claims while aggressively closing new claims in the door. He gets it and is a great partner in achieving our aggressive goals.” – Martin King, Kaiser Permanente
“We have had the pleasure of retaining Mr. Friedman’s firm for a number of years and for various actions. Heywood is a skilled and knowledgeable counselor who appreciates the time certain aspects of legal action. We will continue to use his firm for most of our CA legal work.” – Jeff Bogacki, Vice President, Excess Workers Compensation – 5Star Specialty
“Besides being a great attorney, ‘Woody’ is a better person, friend, humanitarian. And when times get tough, he has your back!” – Robert Rice, Sargeant Insurance Agency, LLC
We are widely known for our…
Substantive Legal Knowledge
Analytical Abilities
Trial Skills
Efficient Case Management