Lena Ananyan

Ms. Ananyan is an associate attorney at the firm, where her practice focuses on insurance defense litigation. She brings a diverse legal background and a strong international foundation to her work.

She earned her bachelor’s degree in jurisprudence from Yerevan State University and began her legal career as legal counsel, specializing in contract law. She further advanced her education through certificate programs at the American University of Armenia, affiliated with California State University, and UCLA Extension. She also volunteered with Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County, assisting low-income litigants with the preparation of legal documents in family law and unlawful detainer matters.

Ms. Ananyan earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law and was subsequently admitted to the State Bar of California. She joined Knapp, Petersen & Clarke in 2018 and continues to contribute valuable experience and dedication to the firm’s success.