Hratch J Karakachian

Hratch J Karakachian serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Finance, Financial Planning, and Insurance at the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics, California State University, Northridge, where he has taught undergraduate courses in income tax, estate planning, and personal finance since Fall 2021.

His academic credentials include:

• Juris Doctor from University of West Los Angeles
• Master of Business Taxation from University of Southern California
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Southern California
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from University of Southern California

Mr. Karakachian maintains an active professional practice as a Certified Public Accountant and attorney specializing in tax compliance, estate planning, and gift tax matters. Prior to establishing his solo practice in 2008, he served as a senior manager at Deloitte Tax LLP, bringing practical industry experience to his academic instruction.

His professional recognition includes:

• Certified Specialist in Taxation Law by the State Bar of California

He holds leadership positions in multiple professional organizations including Chair of the Taxation Law Section at the San Fernando Valley Bar Association, board membership with the San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council and American Academy of Attorney CPAs, and volunteer roles with the St. Thomas More Society of Los Angeles and Armenian Film Foundation. While his professional practice involves advising individuals and families on tax strategies, the source material contains no details regarding academic student advisement or research grants.