Paro Astourian is Counsel in the Business Law and Litigation practice at SAAS, based in Los Angeles, California. He has over seventeen years of experience handling civil litigation, business disputes, real property, construction, employment and personal injury cases in state and federal courts, as well as in cross-border matters involving the Middle East and Asia. Paro also advises clients on transactional matters, including negotiating, drafting and implementing contracts related to real estate, businesses, personal property and intellectual property. He assists in the formation of U.S. and international business entities and works closely with tax specialists on complex tax and regulatory issues. He additionally represents clients seeking U.S. business or family-based visas, and supports permanent residents in obtaining citizenship. His practice combines litigation and international advisory work, giving clients strategic guidance on complex disputes, cross-border transactions and compliance matters. Paro travels regularly to the Middle East to support clients on international business and legal matters.