About Emil Abedian
Strategic CFO & Profitability Expert | Transforming Small Businesses Through Financial Clarity
20 years Accounting practice in Sweden and Los AngelesCPA Founder and CEO of law-firm-only Counsel CPAs2 CFO roles Swedish American Chamber LA and Mentor Foundation USAClioCon 2025 speaker Smarter law-firm finance session
Emil Abedian is the Founder and CEO of Counsel CPAs, a specialized accounting firm dedicated to optimizing the financial performance of solo and small law firms nationwide. With over 20 years of experience, Emil recognized a critical need for tailored financial strategies within the legal sector. He established Counsel CPAs to move beyond traditional compliance, focusing on proactive advisory that drives profitability and sustainable growth.
Counsel CPAs provides comprehensive financial services, including advanced tax planning, strategic financial analysis, and operational consulting. Emil's approach centers on building strong CPA-client partnerships, empowering law firm owners to make informed financial decisions and scale their businesses efficiently. He emphasizes the integration of financial data with operational insights to enhance business performance.
His expertise extends to serving as a board member and CFO for the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Los Angeles and the Mentor Foundation (USA), where he applies his financial and strategic acumen to support organizational growth. Emil is also the author of the forthcoming book, "Counsel to Counsel," offering practical financial strategies for law firm entrepreneurs.
As a podcast guest, Emil is available to discuss how specialized accounting insights and strategic financial partnerships can directly impact business growth, operational efficiency, and profitability for entrepreneurs and small business owners.