Mahyad is a persistent knowledgeable, and experienced lawyer who has been practicing law in California for over 13 year. He specializes in Criminal Defense, DUIs, car accidents, and personal injuries. He graduated with his Juris Doctor in 2002 from Abraham Lincoln University. He has offices in both Los Angeles and San Jose.

A respected Los Angeles personal injury attorney, Lisa Stern emphasizes personalized service. She recognizes that no two cases are exactly alike — and tailors her service accordingly. Lisa Stern has over 3 decades of experience, and has won over $5 billion in settlements — including the largest human rights settlement ever awarded.

Mr. Novak is the founding partner of our firm. He was born on the great Canadian prairies in the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. After a distinguished educational career at the University of Manitoba, he attended the University of North Dakota School of Law. He was named on the academic dean’s list for his entire six semesters of law school and was awarded the degree of Juris Doctor With Distinction. Following graduation from law school, he hung up his hockey skates and moved to the gentler climate of California. Since 1998 Mr. Novak has based his practice of law in the Southern California area. However, he has actively litigated cases throughout the State of California, and the United States. Mr. Novak has established himself as a well-respected trial attorney in the region. In particular, he is renowned for his keen legal mind and aggressive litigation approach. His commitment to fighting for clients’ rights has led to the recovery of in excess of $130,000,000.00 in verdicts or settlements for clients within the past twenty-two years of his practice. Before concentrating his practice on protecting the rights of individuals, Mr. Novak worked for several years as a defense attorney handling primarily large-loss cases on behalf of numerous entertainment production companies, large corporations, and insurance companies. During this time period, he successfully protected clients from exposure to multi-million dollar claims for damages.

Sean Khanaki is an associate attorney at BD&J specializing in car accidents, premises liability, and catastrophic injury matters. His tireless pursuit of justice and excellence has proved vital to securing millions for clients harmed by another’s negligence. Mr. Khanaki demonstrates a devotion to attaining just compensation for his clients. He is dedicated to assisting those without a voice in fulfilling their needs through supportive advocacy. Early in his career, Mr. Khanaki specialized in immigration matters, advising Fortune 10 companies on business immigration matters. He also represented several Fortune 100 companies in employment matters and insurance companies in personal injury matters. Now, Mr. Khanaki utilizes this understanding of insurance company legal procedure to represent individuals as they attempt to claim compensation for their injuries. Fluent in English and Farsi, Mr. Khanaki aims to make legal representation accessible for all.

With an office located in Beverly Hills, I proudly serve the local residents in all Business and Real Estate Matters.

Alice A. Salvo has over 20 years of experience in Probate, Estate Planning, Special Needs Trusts and Elder Law for Medi-Cal planning and long term care. She attended Southwestern University School of Law earning a law degree (J.D.) and furthered her education by receiving a graduate law degree (L.L.M. in Estate Planning) from University of Miami School of Law. Alice A. Salvo is qualified by the California State Bar as a "Certified Specialist" in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law. Only a select few California attorneys achieved this prestigious designation. Some important reasons people choose to work with our office is to avoid family disputes and keep peace after they’re gone. Without a clear will or trust, loved ones may end up in conflict, and the courts may decide what happens to your home and assets. Our firm helps you stay in control — we ensure your wishes are carried out and your family is protected. Having the right plan, you can eliminate uncertainty, reduce stress for those you love, and achieve peace of mind. She has earned many distinctions for her work including these accomplishments: President of Southern California Council of Elder Law Attorneys, President of San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council, President of San Fernando Valley Bar Association, Chairperson of the Probate Section of the San Fernando Bar Association, served on the Gray Squad Advisory Board to the Los Angeles Police Department Van Nuys Division. Installed in 2025 as President of NIABA, National Italian American Bar Association. She married a wonderful family oriented Jewish husband and raised two children, who are now adults, now that's an accomplishment! Attorney Salvo has been appointed by the California State Bar to the prestigious position of serving on the Judicial Nominees Evaluation Commission (JNE) where she became the top individual - Chair (President) of the JNE Commission. This commission evaluates all candidates under consideration for a judicial appointment by the Governor. The attorneys that apply to be a judge in the state of California are thoroughly reviewed by the JNE Commission and a select few of the most highly qualified candidates are recommended for the judiciary.

Arsen founded the Law Offices of Arsen Sarapinian, P.C. after years of litigating cases throughout Southern and Northern California while working with renowned law firms such as the Dolan Law Firm and Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy. This included fighting corporate giants such as PG&E, national and international companies, governmental agencies, trucking companies, insurance companies, and others. In 2019, Super Lawyers Magazine selected him as "Rising Star" (limited to 2.5 percent of attorneys in California). That same year, The National Trial Lawyers selected him to the "Top 40 Under 40" list. Arsen has tried cases before juries and has arbitrated and mediated dozens of cases across California, recovering millions of dollars on behalf of deserving clients. A unique aspect of the firm is our understanding of how insurance companies evaluate and defend cases. Arsen previously worked with insurance companies (outside trial counsel) and defended high-stakes personal injury, wrongful death, and employment cases with damages in the 6-8 figure range. This insight puts the firm at an advantage when dealing with insurance companies. His track record of success also stems from understanding what judges look for, how judges analyze legal arguments, and how judges make rulings. Arsen has this experience - having worked as a judicial law clerk for Justice Marvin R. Baxter of the California Supreme Court (highest court in California) as well as to Judge Elizabeth D. Laporte of the District Court (federal court), where he assisted the courts in making rulings and writing judicial decisions. Arsen is a graduate of UC Hastings College of the Law, where he served on the law school's flagship law review, the Hastings Law Journal and his article, "Fighting Foreclosure: Using Contract Law to Enforce the Home Affordable Modification Program" was published in the Hastings Law Journal (64 Hastings L.J. 905 (2013)) and was awarded UC Hastings' Albert G. Evans Scholarship in Private Enterprise. Arsen serves on the Board of Directors of the Litigation Bar Association ("LBA") and is a member of The National Trial Lawyers ("NTL"), the Armenian Bar Association ("ABA"), the American Association for Justice ("AAJ"), the Consumer Attorneys of California ("CAOC"), and the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles ("CAALA").

Doron has worked for top law firms helping them to negotiate and draft contracts for start-up companies from the early stages of business formation to corporate maintenance, taxation and securities. He has represented entrepreneurs in different industries with different needs and potential. Doron has represented Directors, Producers, Actors, Musicians and others in the entertainment industry. Doron is a prolific writer with publications in various media outlets. He has also lectured on various legal issues including business and real estate law. Doron has interned for Judge Cynthia Dianne Steel in Las Vegas and Senator Ron Wyden in Washington DC. Doron currently is the President-Elect of Beverly Hills Bar Association, Barristers. Doron is also on the Beverly Hills Bar Association Senior Board of Governors, Co-Chairs the Real Estate section of Beverly Hills Bar Association and is an Executive Committee Member of Beverly Hills Bar Association Entertainment, Business, International Law and Conflict Resolution Sections. Doron has earned the highest level of prominence on Avvo.com. In addition, Beverly Hills Bar Association has bestowed upon Doron the "President's Award" for dedicated service in 2012-2013 Annual Installation and Awards Dinner at the Four Season's Hotel. Further, Beverly Hills Bar Association bestowed upon Doron the "Distinguished Service Award" for "Outstanding Leadership as Chairperson of the Real Estate Law Section 2010-2013" on September 24-2013.

Evane Abbassi is a practicing lawyer in the state of California.

​Antonio J. Bestard has 40 years of experience, and is prepared to manage the complexity issues of criminal law. Mr. Bestard is Certified Legal Specialist in Criminal Law, and is fluent in Spanish. He has been an active member of the State Bar of California since 1976. He is a member of the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice.