A Practice Built on Expertise, Integrity & Results

Founded in May 2003, Chilingirian Law Group has spent nearly three decades providing sophisticated tax and business counsel to clients across California and around the world.

Neal N. Chilingirian, Certified Specialist in Taxation

Neal N. Chilingirian

Neal Chilingirian founded Chilingirian Law Group, APC in May 2003 with a clear mission: to deliver the caliber of tax and business counsel typically found at the nation's largest firms, with the personal attention and accessibility that only a dedicated practitioner can provide.

That mission was born from personal experience. As the son of immigrants who were exploited by unscrupulous business sellers shortly after arriving in the United States, Neal witnessed firsthand the consequences of inadequate legal counsel. That experience drove him to become a lawyer — not just to practice law, but to protect individuals and business owners from the kind of harm his family endured.

Over the past 27 years, Neal has built a practice defined by deep specialization and unwavering diligence. He advises individuals, families, and businesses on complex domestic and international tax matters, corporate transactions, and estate planning. His clients include U.S. citizens with global interests, foreign nationals with U.S. ties, expatriates, high-net-worth individuals, small and mid-size businesses, and multinational families navigating cross-border legal obligations.

Neal brings the same level of care and preparation to every engagement — whether advising a multinational corporation on transfer pricing or helping a first-time business owner structure their entity for tax efficiency. Many of his clients have worked with him for over a decade, a testament to the trust and results that define the firm.

A Commitment to Responsiveness

Speak with an attorney within 24 hours of your initial contact. Clients receive clear, candid assessments of their situation, realistic expectations about outcomes and timelines, and honest counsel from the initial consultation through resolution. No unrealistic promises — just consistent, thorough representation.

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A Record of Excellence

Certified Specialist in Taxation

Awarded by the California Board of Legal Specialization, this credential represents the highest level of recognized expertise in tax law. Currently, only approximately 350 attorneys out of more than 200,000 licensed in California hold this designation — less than one-fifth of one percent. Neal has maintained this rigorous certification for over 20 years, requiring ongoing specialized education and peer review. For clients, this means your tax matters are handled by an attorney whose expertise has been independently verified to the highest standard the State Bar offers.

AVVO Rating: Superb

Neal holds a “Superb” rating on AVVO. AVVO ratings are calculated using a proprietary model that evaluates an attorney's years of experience, industry recognition, professional conduct, and peer endorsements. A Superb rating reflects the top tier of practicing attorneys nationwide and provides clients with an independent, data-driven benchmark of attorney quality.

SuperLawyer

Selected as a Super Lawyer in 2010 and continuously from 2012 through 2025. The Super Lawyers designation recognizes outstanding attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Only 5% of attorneys in each state receive this honor, selected through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations.

Background

Master of Business Taxation — USC Marshall School of Business

Advanced graduate tax degree from one of the nation's premier business programs. Class of 2000.

J.D. — University of San Francisco School of Law

Juris Doctor degree. Practicing attorney since 1998.

B.A. in Economics/Business (Accounting) — UCLA

Undergraduate foundation in economics, business, and accounting principles.

Prior Experience: BDO Seidman · Deloitte · Goodson & Wachtel

Before founding the firm, Neal gained extensive experience at two of the world's largest professional services firms and a respected boutique tax law practice, working across domestic and international tax matters.

Languages: Armenian, Turkish, French, English

Multilingual capability that enables direct communication with a diverse international clientele.

Giving Back

Beyond his active practice, Neal is deeply committed to serving the community. He provides pro bono counsel to small business owners, delivers educational presentations on tax and business law topics, and serves as a trusted resource for international community organizations in the greater Los Angeles area.

Neal's international background gives him a unique understanding of the challenges faced by immigrants, foreign nationals, and dual citizens navigating the U.S. legal system. That firsthand perspective — combined with fluency in multiple languages — allows him to connect with clients on both a legal and personal level.

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