Serge Hovhanessian is a dedicated and highly respected attorney based in Orlando, Florida, focusing his practice on personal injury and criminal defense. Of Armenian and Lebanese descent, Mr. Hovhanessian brings a unique and culturally rich perspective to his legal practice, combining a deep understanding of his clients’ needs with a relentless drive to deliver justice.

Fluent in Arabic and conversational in Armenian, Mr. Hovhanessian’s multilingual abilities allow him to connect with a diverse clientele. His background as a longtime entrepreneur and his experience managing various business ventures have instilled in him the discipline, resourcefulness, and commitment needed to excel in the legal field.

In personal injury cases, Mr. Hovhanessian advocates passionately for individuals who have suffered due to someone else’s negligence. He understands that injuries impact not just physical well-being but emotional and financial stability, and he is steadfast in pursuing the compensation his clients deserve. In criminal defense, he represents individuals facing charges with compassion and without judgment, working tirelessly to protect their rights and secure their futures.

Clients trust Mr. Hovhanessian not only for his legal acumen but also for his genuine dedication to understanding their stories and advocating for their best interests. His commitment to integrity and fairness, combined with his ability to see beyond faults and focus on solutions, sets him apart in a field that demands both tenacity and empathy.

Richard Arena is a trial-minded personal injury and criminal defense attorney at HOV LAW in Orlando. Born and raised in Tampa, Florida, Richard comes from an Italian-American family with deep roots in the Tampa Bay area. He earned his B.A. in English from the University of Florida in 2016 (lifelong Gator and Gator Booster) and graduated from law school in April 2021 alongside HOV LAW’s founder, Serge Hovhanessian. He passed the Florida Bar Exam in July 2021 and was admitted in October 2021.

Richard began his career at the Ninth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office, prosecuting a full range of cases—starting with DUIs and misdemeanors and later advancing to felony matters, including burglary and large‑scale narcotics cases. That courtroom experience sharpened his motion practice and trial strategy.

In August 2023, Richard joined HOV LAW, bringing prosecutorial insight to defense work while expanding into personal injury litigation. He represents crash victims and criminal defendants across Florida. On the injury side, he collaborates with treating physicians and radiologists to develop causation and translate imaging into clear, jury‑friendly stories; on the defense side, he moves quickly on discovery, targets leverage points with pre‑trial motions, and negotiates from a position of trial readiness. He has also been instrumental in growing HOV LAW’s criminal practice while deepening his PI expertise.