Damian Montriece Sammons
also known as DMSammons
About Damian
Biography
Offering over two decades of legal practice, my journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to justice and excellence in litigation. With a focus on Personal Injury cases, my role has involved complex jury trial litigation using technology and effective courtroom strategies, resulting in numerous successful outcomes for my clients.
Damian began his career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office where he handled cases from inception to verdict in various divisions of the office. Following his career as a prosecutor, Damian worked as a criminal defense attorney practicing in the state and federal courts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, cross-examining witnesses and experts and winning multiple verdicts on behalf of clients in both trial and appellate courts.
Prior to joining Hasner and Hasner, PA, Damian worked at a National law firm in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York tri-state area where, in addition to general liability matters, his practice focused on the defense of manufacturers and suppliers of various products alleged to have contained asbestos as well as the litigation of insurance defense claims.
One of Damian’s key strengths is his ability to create visual productions for presentation to clients and today’s media-focused jurors. His use of technology to visually express his client’s defense during trial has impacted juries who ultimately found in favor of his clients.
Damian achieved his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin in Plan II Honors-English and his Juris Doctor from Rutgers Law School. He worked as the Managing Notes and Comments Editor for the Rutgers Race and the Law Review and as a teaching assistant for appellate advocacy.
In addition to his legal work, Damian is an Admissions Liaison Officer for the United States Air Force Academy, a Shriner and a Past Master and Representative to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Free and Accepted Masons. In his spare time, he is also a student of the Japanese art of Kendo.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
HASNER AND HASNER, PA
39 E. Kings Highway, Audubon, NJ, 08106
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Damian Montriece Sammons's Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
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Posted by Malcolm | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He's a fighter!!!
This review is being posted just a day after I was acquitted of all charges in the city of Philadelphia, thanks to the hard work of Mr. Damian Sammons. He was recommended to me by my first attorney and her specific words describing him were "he's a fighter" and man was she right! He is extremely orga...
Posted by Letisha | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Maintained Professionalism at all times, honest and responded to inquiries in a timely manner.
Mr. Sammons was approachable, confident, and knowledgeable about the law, and has a respectable relationship with the courts. Mr. Sammons kept us informed about the case regularly. Mr. Sammons was very kind, thorough and understanding of our situation. Mr. Sammons provided world class service. Mr. Sa...
Posted by Nancy | July 19, 2015
Hard Worker
Mr. Sammons was very professional and prompt in helping me. He was always responsive and respectful of my inquiries; always responded quickly and made it a point to make sure I was informed and comfortable with the process. I couldn't have picked a better attorney. I would definitely recommend Mr. Sa...
Posted by Jocelyn | July 01, 2015
Awesome work
I was happy for having such great friends to recommend me the best lawyer in town. I appreciate the good work you did on the case. I would recommend you to anyone! Keep up the good work!...
Posted by Kevin | June 14, 2015
5 Stars
Damian Sammons truly is an amazing lawyer. He has exceeded my hopes for the outcome of my case, and could not come more highly recommended. Mr.Sammons is very dedicated to his clients, he even took time to help me with another problem I had. He is trustworthy and dependable and I couldn't have asked...
Damian Montriece Sammons's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Damian for years inside and outside of the courtrooms. He is a genuinely nice person and one hell of a lawyer. Highly recommended."
"Damian is an excellent attorney who always fights extremely hard for his clients. I highly recommend and endorse him to represent anyone looking for a criminal attorney."
"Mr. Sammons is a skillful litigator who goes above and beyond for his clients. He is knowledgeable, diligent and very thorough. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"Damian is professional, knowledgeable, and fights hard for his clients. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Damian can successfully resolve the most complicated criminal legal problems."
"Damian will go above and beyond regular investigations in his cases. He is very dedicated to explaining issues and strategies to his clients. We have worked together on a number of cases and I am very impressed by his level of committment."
"I endorse this lawyer. Damian gets results!!"
"Damian is a dedicated trial lawyer"
"Damian has a proven track record as a top notch, creative, and tough litigator. He has established himself as the go-to guy for difficult cases. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Damian is a fantastic litigator. My firm sends almost all of our New Jersey cases to him because our clients are always extremely satisfied with his representation, and even more important, the results!"
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Appeals lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2001
Northeast Region Top Speaker, Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Associate, Comegno Law Group, PC
2012 - 2017
Principal, Legal Defense Counsel, LLC
2010 - 2012
Associate, Kent & McBride, P.C.
2009 - 2010
Associate, Droogan, McClean & Associates
2004 - 2009
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office Philadelphia
Associations
2018 - Present
United States District Court for the District of New JerseyMember
2016 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Free & Accepted Masons of PennsylvaniaRepresentative to the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania
2010 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Win-Remand for New Trial
Win-Remand for New Trial
Not Guilty-All Charges
Not Guilty-All Charges
Not Guilty-All Charges
Not Guilty-All Charges
Not Guilty-All Charges
Not Guilty-All Charges
Education
2003
Juris Doctor
2000
Plan II Honors
Speaking Engagements
2012
Topics in Criminology
2009
Topics in Criminology
Publications
2018
2015
2015
2015
2015
Languages
French
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Does a citation for retail theft in PA come up on background check? If so when will it be on my record?
16 Jul 2015
How do I go from supervised probation to unsupervised in Montgomery County, Pa?
23 Jun 2015
My boyfriend punched me in my face and broke my nose. I don't really want to go through the trial. Can I drop the charges?
19 Jun 2015