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Compassionate trial lawyers for people when hope feels out of reach.

Nordean Law, APC is a leading personal injury firm in Orange County. We pursue justice for the injured — and we build every case for success.

$250,000,000+
Recovered for clients
7,500+
Cases won
99.7%
Win rate

Nordean Law

Nordean Law, APC · Est. 2011

An accident caused by negligence — in busy traffic, on unsafe property, or in a nursing home — can upend a life. Medical debt, lost wages, and pain from surgery and therapy cause victims and families to lose hope. If these struggles have become too much, we can help.

Sam Nordean has been an attentive, effective personal injury and wrongful death attorney in Orange County for years. As his appreciative clients attest, his strengths include representation after motor vehicle accidents, premises liability accidents, nursing home abuse and neglect, and fatal injuries that constitute wrongful death.

Our compassionate team can visit you at your home or hospital room if your injuries prevent you from coming to our Tustin office. Legal services are delivered strictly on a contingency fee basis — you owe us nothing unless we win. Language translation in Spanish, Farsi, and Arabic is available upon request.

Areas we fight for every day

  • Car, truck, motorcycle, and bus accidents
  • Premises liability and slip-and-fall injuries
  • Nursing home abuse and neglect
  • Wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims

Right after an injury

If you or someone you love was just hurt, follow these steps to protect your health and your legal rights. Call us anytime at 888.254.3222 for a free consultation.

  1. Get medical help first

    Call 911 if anyone is seriously hurt. See a doctor even if you feel fine — some injuries show up hours or days later.

  2. Stay at the scene when safe

    Do not leave before police or first responders arrive if you can remain safely. Ask for a police report when applicable.

  3. Document everything

    Take photos of vehicles, property damage, injuries, and the scene. Collect names and phone numbers of witnesses.

  4. Do not admit fault

    Avoid apologizing or guessing what happened. Do not sign insurance forms or give a recorded statement before speaking with a lawyer.

  5. Preserve evidence

    Keep damaged property, clothing, medical records, bills, and any correspondence from insurers.

  6. Call us before insurers call you

    Adjusters may contact you quickly. We can handle communications and help protect the value of your claim from day one.

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How we work

  • We build cases for success

    With over a decade of trial experience, we don't just handle cases — we investigate, retain experts, and prepare for court so insurers take your claim seriously.

  • No fee unless we win

    Nordean Law works strictly on contingency. Nothing upfront — if we recover compensation, the attorney fee is one-third (33%) of the recovery.

  • Personal attention

    Sam and his team keep clients informed throughout the process. You work with attorneys who care about your well-being — not a call center.

Our attorneys

Experienced advocates dedicated to leveling the playing field against insurance companies.

Sam Nordean, Esq., Trial Attorney & Founder — Nordean Law

Sam Nordean, Esq.

Trial Attorney & Founder

A passion for standing up for people unfairly wronged by others is what motivates personal injury attorney Sam Nordean. With over a decade of experience as a trial lawyer, he has established himself as a formidable presence in the courtroom and a relentless advocate for his clients — from car and truck accidents to wrongful death claims.

  • Trial Lawyer, Nordean Law, APC — 2012 to present
  • JD, Chapman University School of Law, 2011 · BS, Portland State University, 2004
  • Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and American Bar Association
  • Recognized by Lawyers of Distinction for civil litigation, 2017
  • Sam takes great pride in advocating for the underdog and pursuing full justice for his clients.
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Souraya El Khatib, Esq., Trial Attorney — Nordean Law

Souraya El Khatib, Esq.

Trial Attorney

Souraya El Khatib is an trial attorney at Nordean Law and has been with the firm since 2017. She earned her bachelor's degree in Political Science from UC San Diego and her juris doctorate from Pepperdine University School of Law in May 2016.

  • Trial Attorney, Nordean Law — since 2017
  • JD, Pepperdine University School of Law, 2016 · BA, UC San Diego
  • Former insurance industry experience — she understands how insurers operate
  • Fights for clients against responsible parties and the insurance companies that defend them
  • Recognized among peers as a driven, resilient attorney dedicated to justice for clients
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Recent reviews from Google

Real feedback from clients who worked with Nordean Law — rated 5.0 on Google with 251 reviews.

5.0 · 251 Google reviews

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  • 5 months ago
    Sam Nordean is 100% your personal injury attorney. He can take a case to trial and win — which most attorneys won't even consider doing. I've known him for years and I trust him with my own family's cases, too.
    Ashkan Reza

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  • 6 months ago
    I was involved in an accident caused by another driver while I was working for a rideshare company. Sam was the most comforting and understanding of my situation. Rey is my case manager and he went above and beyond — reaching out to insurance adjusters, chiropractors, pain management, and specialist doctors. The team was like family, checking on me and making sure I had what I needed. Thank you Sam, Naji, GiGi, Rey and the rest of the team.
    Belal Mosleh

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  • 4 months ago
    I would recommend this firm to anyone I know. They had my back from start to finish. I was very pleased that they took my health very seriously and didn't leave no stone unturned. I have to give a big shout out to Oscar, Ena and everyone else who helped me during this process. Thank you!
    Julio Cazares

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