Associate Attorney Opportunity

Who We Are:
Founded by Samer Habbas in 2006, the Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates has been
serving justice and representing clients across Southern California. For over a decade, our firm
has lived up to its mission to help save people from legal injustice. When our clients face
unexpected, life altering accidents, it is our objective to help them through this difficult time as
they get their lives back on track. We offer hybrid roles for our attorneys – 4 days in office and 1
day a week remote – following your initial 90 day probationary period. We work hard so our
clients can rest easy and take the time they need to heal and recover. Throughout our years of
operation, we have strived to deliver excellent client services through one-on-one
communication so that our clients remain well informed and expertly represented!
Your Role:
You will collaborate and strategize with your level of experience and expertise to lead a team of
paralegals, case managers, and associates to drive the success of our clients. You will use your
strong analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and creatively in the cases of
our clients. You are compassionate and empathetic with our clients and maintain proficiency in
legal research, writing, and case management software.
Primary Functions for a Personal Injury Attorney:
Case Management:
 Manage a mid-size caseload of personal injury matters from inception to resolution
 Conduct client interviews, investigations, and legal research to assess the viability of
claims
 Draft legal documents, including complaints, motions, and settlement demands
 Communicate regularly with clients, insurance adjusters, and opposing counsel to
negotiate settlements and resolve disputes
Litigation Support
 Prepare and file legal pleadings, motions, and discovery requests in compliance with
court rules and procedures
 Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
 Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts to gather evidence and build
strong cases
 Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to develop litigation strategies and tactics
 Accurately and effectively handles cases in the pre-litigation stage which includes, but is
not limited to – scene investigation, client/witness interviews, identifying responsible
parties/insurance carriers, writing demands, negotiating property damage
 Controls the case during the litigation stage by drafting complaints, law and motion work,
discovery, subpoenas, depositions, strategic planning, client control, mediations,
appeals
 Driving cases to trial with expert discovery/depositions, trial docs, voir dire, and trial itself
Client Advocacy
 Provide compassionate and effective legal representation to clients who have suffered
injuries
 Advocate for client’s rights and interests at every stage of the legal process, seeking
maximum compensation for their damages
 Educate clients on legal rights, options, and potential outcomes
Legal Research and Analysis
 Stay ahead of developments in personal injury law, including statues, regulations, and
case law
 Conduct legal research and analysis to assess the strengths and weaknesses of cases
and anticipate potential legal issues
Professional Development
 Stay current on trends and best practices in personal injury law through continuing legal
education for professional development opportunities
 Participate in professional organizations and networking events to expand professional
contacts and legal skills
 Seek feedback and mentorship from senior attorneys to continually improve legal
knowledge and skills
Requirements
Who You are:
You are a motivated and dedicated attorney with at least 2 year of experience in the field of
personal injury looking to join our dynamic and exciting team. You have a strong passion for
advocating on behalf of injured individuals and a proven track record of success in providing the
absolute best outcome for your client. You are a self-starter who wants to work at an
established law firm that has been ranked as a member of the Best Law Firms by the U.S. News
Group, a proud member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, named to the National Trial
Lawyers Top 100, and an honored member of the National Academy of Personal Injury
Attorneys. If this sounds like you, we should talk
Benefits
 Competitive salary, bonus, and commission structure
 Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, pet insurance,
retirement plans, and robust vacation time
 Opportunities for professional growth, education, and advancement within the firm
 Supportive and collegial work environment with opportunities for mentorship and
collaboration
 Beautiful office space in Irvine or San Diego
 Access to on-site gym and café