Erik H. Zentz

Erik H. Zentz is an attorney at Samer Habbas & Associates, in San Diego, California. With over two decades of experience, he is a relentless advocate for clients in personal injury, criminal defense and DUI/DWI matters. Licensed to practice law in California and Nevada, he offers legal services in both English and Spanish, providing a comfortable and inclusive environment for his clients, regardless of their native language.

Mr. Zentz graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and sociology. He attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where his participation in moot courts and mock trial exams provided a foundation for his trial advocacy and legal strategy. After admission to the Nevada State Bar in 2006, he served as a prosecutor before becoming a criminal defense attorney in Las Vegas. In 2019, he was admitted to The State Bar of California.

Having conducted over 1,000 trials, Mr. Zentz gained vast experience working as a trial lawyer protecting his clients’ rights. His tireless advocacy earned him recognition from the National Trial Lawyers in their Top 100 Trial Lawyers list in 2013. In the same year, he was also included in the Top 50 DUI Attorneys list by The National Advocacy of DUI Defense. As a personal injury attorney, he has settled numerous high-stakes cases, including an $11 million settlement for a truck accident in Fontana that resulted in catastrophic injuries.

Mr. Zentz is a member of the Clark County Bar Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the American Bar Association, memberships that underscore his dedication to pursuing justice. His ‘Superb’ rating on Avvo additionally stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to securing fair compensation and protecting his clients’ rights.