About Houman
Houman Fakhimi is a seasoned attorney based in California, specializing in criminal defense and employment law. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1998 and is the founding partner of Fakhimi & Associates, a law firm focused on these areas of practice. His California State Bar number is 195638, and his license status is active as of February 16, 2026.
Mr. Fakhimi earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Whittier Law School in 1997. Prior to that, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Irvine, in 1992. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation for his legal career.
His practice areas include criminal defense, where he represents clients in serious felony cases, three-strike cases, and misdemeanors. In employment law, he addresses issues such as sexual harassment, discrimination, wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and denial of medical or pregnancy leave. Mr. Fakhimi is experienced in all stages of legal proceedings, including hearings, trials, negotiations, and appeals.
Throughout his career, Mr. Fakhimi has been involved in various legal organizations, including the California Consumer Attorneys Association, California Employment Lawyers Association, National Employment Lawyers Association, California Public Defenders Association, and Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. He has received multiple accolades, including the Super Lawyer designation for several years and the Criminal Lawyer of the Year award in 2011 by Finance Monthly.
