Neama Rahmani is a nationally recognized trial lawyer, legal analyst, and advocate for justice, serving as the President and co-founder of West Coast Trial Lawyers. With more than two decades of experience in both civil and criminal law, he has built a reputation as a relentless litigator and trusted voice in the legal community. His insight and expertise have made him a sought-after commentator on CNN, Fox News, BBC, and numerous other major networks, where he breaks down complex legal issues for audiences worldwide.
After graduating from UCLA, Neama went on to earn his law degree from Harvard Law School at the age of 22, making him one of the youngest graduates in the institution’s 200-year history.
He began his career at Los Angeles’ largest law firm, representing global giants such as Disney, Marriott, and the Roman Catholic Church. And it was there that he decided to pursue his passion of serving people by joining the U.S. Department of Justice, where he prosecuted high-stakes drug and human trafficking cases, successfully capturing and prosecuting more than a thousand criminal defendants, including a fugitive murderer and drug kingpin featured on America’s Most Wanted.
His dedication to public service continued as Director of Enforcement for the Los Angeles City Ethics Commission, where he oversaw investigations into the city’s highest-ranking officials.
Driven by a mission to fight for the rights of injury victims, Neama co-founded West Coast Trial Lawyers alongside Allen Patatanyan in 2014. Under their leadership, the firm has grown into a powerhouse of over 20 attorneys and 200 dedicated staff members.
Specializing in cases ranging from car and truck accidents to catastrophic injuries and wrongful death, the firm has delivered life-changing results for its clients, approaching nearly $2 billion.
Licensed to practice in California, Nevada, Arizona, and Washington, Neama also serves on the UCLA Political Science Board of Advisors and has written an inspirational memoir, Harvard to Hashtag, with all proceeds benefiting the nation’s largest nonprofit defending the rights of foster children.
