Armen KharazianEnergy Attorney in Washington, D.C.

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Armen Kharazian is a distinguished attorney based in Washington, D.C., specializing in the intricate realms of international criminal law, export control and compliance, and white-collar defense. With a particular emphasis on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and money laundering offenses, he provides clients with strategic legal guidance that is both comprehensive and nuanced. In addition to these specialties, Armen also offers expertise in business contracts and immigration law, ensuring that his clients receive well-rounded legal support. Before founding the Law Offices of Armen Kharazian, PLLC, Armen honed his skills as a Law Fellow at the U.S. Department of Energy, where he navigated complex issues surrounding the Atomic Energy Act and engaged in litigation concerning nuclear contamination. His prior experience as an Honors Law Clerk at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Regional Enforcement further solidified his commitment to environmental law, with a focus on CERCLA/Superfund enforcement. Armen is an active member of the District of Columbia Bar and is admitted to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for both the District of Columbia Circuit and the Sixth Circuit. Since 2017, he has served on the Board of Directors for the Federal Bar Association's D.C. Chapter, contributing his insights and expertise to the legal community. In 2019, he completed the rigorous Trial Advocacy program with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) and earned the esteemed NITA Advocate designation. Educationally, Armen holds a Juris Doctor from the UDC David A. Clarke School of Law, complemented by a Master’s degree in Security Studies from Georgetown University, focusing on U.S. National Security Policy. He also graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Arab Studies from Yerevan State University in Armenia. Fluent in Armenian and Russian, with a working knowledge of Arabic, Armen Kharazian is well-equipped to serve a diverse clientele, navigating the complexities of law with skill and dedication.

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