Kash Stepanian

Khashak “Kash” Stepanian is a trial lawyer at Carpenter & Zuckerman who strategic thinking, analytical depth, and a client-first mentality in every case he handles. With a background in personal injury, employment law, and civil litigation, Kash strategically advocates for individuals harmed by others’ negligence. His approach is grounded in rigorous legal research, tactical planning, and clear communication with clients. Drawing on over a decade of experience as a chess instructor, Kash has a keen ability to think several steps ahead, a skill he now uses to craft litigation strategies that protect and empower injury victims. Before earning his J.D. and becoming a trial lawyer at Carpenter & Zuckerman, Kash served as a law clerk with the firm, supporting the litigation team on a wide range of personal injury cases.

His work included drafting mediation briefs, preparing and responding to discovery, reviewing case files, and communicating directly with clients regarding case developments. Prior to joining Carpenter & Zuckerman, Kash gained hands-on legal experience at several Southern California and Nevada-based law firms, supporting attorneys on matters involving personal injury, premises liability, employment law, and civil litigation. In those roles, he drafted complaints, motions, and legal memoranda; observed depositions and court proceedings; and conducted in-depth legal research. He also served as a research assistant at Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law, focusi