Labor and Employment Attorney

Labor and Employment Attorney

Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, P.C.

Founded by Samer Habbas in 2006, the firm has served clients across Southern California, delivering expert representation in personal injury and employment matters. Our mission is to help people overcome legal injustice and restore their lives through one-on-one communication and close client collaboration.

The Opportunity

The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, P.C. is seeking a skilled Employment Law Attorney to join our employment division, The Labor Champ. The attorney will work hands‑on from case inception to trial across a broad range of employment disputes including wage and hour disputes, harassment, wrongful termination, and whistleblower claims. Responsibilities include taking and defending depositions, conducting discovery, attending mediation, arguing motions, and serving as first or second chair in arbitration and/or jury trials.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of labor and employment litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation and execution.
• Represent clients in court, mediation, depositions, and arbitration, advocating effectively at each stage.
• Draft clear and compelling legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Communicate effectively and frequently with clients, opposing counsel, and courts, including engaging in regular settlement negotiations on behalf of clients.
• Manage caseload independently while collaborating with company attorneys and support staff.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar membership in California.
• Minimum 2‑4 years of employment/labor or similar law experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience ($100,000‑$250,000).
• Commission percentage on settled cases depending on experience.
• Company culture fostering career growth and opportunity.
• Professional development: we pay membership dues to professional organizations, MCLE courses, and bar dues.
• Health, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off accruing from first day.
• Generous 401(k) and profit‑share plan.

If you're the ideal candidate, we would like to invite you to our office to discuss joining our team of talent.

The Law Offices of Samer Habbas & Associates, P.C. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.