Samuel A. Alba

Samuel A. Alba

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Buffalo, NY
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

70 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY

About Samuel

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

My experience includes time as a law clerk.

30%
Litigation 25%

General civil litigation including contracts, landlord tenant, civil disputes, small claims matters,

25%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Including family court and custody matters.

20%
Personal Injury 15%

My experience includes time as a law clerk.

15%
Employment and Labor 10%

Including wage and hour class actions and plaintiff's employee discrimination matters.

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 11 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2015

Due to Reregister within 30 days of Birthday

No misconduct found

Location

Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC

70 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202

Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC

74 Main Street, Akron, NY, 14001

Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC

345 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY, 14303

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Samuel A. Alba's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mark | May 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommended

Highly recommended...Sam handled a case for me with a buffalo tow truck Company, we won our case and a judgment. Sam was highly professional knowledgeable and effective. He knows the local laws and how to get successful outcomes!

Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional, Intelligent, Hardworking

I found myself in an absolute nightmare requesting a simple stay away order after harassment against me increasingly got of control. I ended up being accused of a crime I did not commit by the person harassing me, putting my career in jeopardy. I was referred to attorney who seemed to be making my ca...se worst, a simple matter was now leading to a trial. That’s when I decide to do a google search for help. I came across Friedman & Razenhofer and read the reviews just like you may be doing now. Their clients seemed pleased and many mentioned affordability. I had already paid one attorney so this was important to me. I called and was transferred to Sam Alba. I explained the situation and in just a few minutes he made me feel a sense of relief. He actually listened to what I had to say. I found an attorney that was not only affordable but really knew exactly what needed to be done. Sam is extremely intelligent, professional, and most importantly willing to put in the work required to help his clients. Sam is patient, I probably had a million random questions, and he answered every one in a timely fashion. The charges against me were completely dismissed and I was granted the protection I was seeking. I pray I am never in a situation like this ever again but if I ever need legal assistance I will certainly be contacting Sam Alba and referring him to anyone who needs help. There are not enough words to express the gratitude I have for the attention to detail he put into my case. I am confident the outcome of my case would have been a lot different without Sam.

Posted by anonymous | September 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Intelligent, qualified, determined

Me. Alba was a great attorney on my case. My case was shuffled from him to another partner in his firm and I requested to be given back to sam. His attention to detail Is impeccable. He got my charge reduced, and fought to the end for me. I always felt that he was reachable, intelligent, and more ov...er extremely qualified. If your looking for someone to give you his all- look no further.

Posted by Ms Cooper | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Praise God I was referred to Sam!

My wages were being garnished from a collection agency. They claimed they won a judgement from 5 years ago that I didn't respond to. I wasted my money with 1 lawyer and I was told by another lawyer that I didn't have a case. A legal service referred me to Sam. Sam clearly explained the legalities ...and was honest about my options. He asked questions that helped him to better understand my situation. His price was very fair considering all the work he has done. He is very responsive to my inquiries and has a very fast turnaround. I would highly recommend him!

Posted by Julie | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Almost 2 years Thank you Sam you’re the best hope I never need you again but if I did ever need one I would pick you 100%

Almost 2 years later hallelujahAll I can say is I have never been more thankful in my life thanks to our wonderful attorney who did great at trial even though I interrupted a lot.He didn’t give up on me even though I’m loud and he stood by me and my right I always recommend to always know your rights... also as a client but make sure you’re smart enough to keep a lawyer and get a lawyer is going to Sam I’d also like to thank the The judge and Clarence it was very empathetic and Everyone at Clarence town Court that knew me very well for the last two years while I fought for this case to be over so thank you I can finally sleep tonight

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Samuel A. Alba's Lawyer Endorsements

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Philip Meyer

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Alba is a top notch attorney. He zealously represents his clients in the court room and sincerely cares for them and their case. Very nice guy as well."

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Amy Counter

Unknown lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam provides quality representation to his clients and is extremely professional in all aspects of his practice. He's also an approachable person who is easy to work with. I certainly endorse Attorney Alba."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2014

National Semi-Finalist, Albert R. Mugel National Moot Court Competition

2012

Scholarship Recipient, Chief Justice Norman M. Krivosha Scholarship

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate Attorney, Friedman & Ranzenhofer, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Hogan Willig

2010 - 2013

Legal Intern/Law Clerk, WIlliam Mattar, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

Erie County Bar Association

Young Lawyers' Committee

2015 - Present

American Bar Association

Section of Litigation - Small Law Committee

2015 - Present

American Bar Association, Litigation Section

Small Law Committee - Roundtables Chair

Education

2014

Suny Buffalo Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

State University of New York, College at Buffalo (Buffalo State College)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

2015

American Bar Association, Litigation Section Endorese Me, Endorse Me Not: LinkedIn Etiquette for Small Law

Languages

English

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