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Samuel J. Kaufman
also known as Samuel Kaufman
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Biography
Samuel J. Kaufman
Trial and Litigation Attorney
“Just as every household needs a primary care physician, I'd like to be your family attorney.”
In 1997, I served as an Assistant Public Defender for three years prior to opening up my own practice. Over the last 18 years, I have represented hundreds of clients in areas of Criminal Defense, Family Law & Mediation, Estate Planning, Probate Administration, Wills and Trusts, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation as well as other legal matters. I love what I do and have always had a passion for helping people. I've tried over 100 full jury trials. I am never afraid to go to bat for my clients and go to trial. I care deeply about the Key West community, serving on boards with specific missions to both help people and better the community. I am a family man with a wife, two kids and a rescue dog!
Education
University of California, Los Angeles; B.A. History, 1995
University of Miami Law School, Juris Doctor, 1998, Magna Cum Laude
Bar Admissions
- Licensed to practice in Florida, admitted 1998
- Licensed to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida
- Licensed to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh circuit
Professional Associations & Memberships
- A Supreme Court of Florida Certified Family Law Mediator. Available to mediate divorce, paternity and adoption cases.
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Treasurer, 2006 Monroe County Chapter
- Monroe County Bar Association
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- National Lawyers Guild
Special Interests & Community Involvement
- Florida Keys Outreach Coalition for the Homeless —
Chairman of the Board of Directors 2002 to the present - Board Member – Key West Art & Historical Society
- Key West Sunset Rotary Club – Founding member & President
- Friends of Higgs Beach, Key West, Fl — Committee Chairperson
- Montessori Children’s School, Key West — Planning & Development Board Past Member
- AYSO Soccer Coach
- Last Stand Member
- Take Stock in Kids Mentor
- Graduate of the Key West Ambassador Academy Program
- Current City Commissioner of Key West, District II
- Edward Capt’n Kidd Humanitarian 2016 Award Recipient
Thank you
Sam Kaufman
Practice Areas
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Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A.
3130 Northside Dr, Key West, FL, 33040-8026
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Jon | March 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Avoid Kaufman Firm
Went to Kaufman for my divorce; they met with me and assured they could help after the first meeting. Sent over the contract and I submitted my $5k retainer. After that, they asked me to come sign something--so I went to the office and the woman at the desk handed me a large, multi-page (~30 or so pa...
Samuel J. Kaufman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked closely with Sam for several years. He was a great boss, very supportive and exceptionally smart. The experience I gained while working with him is something I will always be grateful for."
"An excellent blend of experience, aggressiveness, diplomacy, pragmatism, and tact; he can do it all. He always finds a way to solve the problems within cases and achieve favorable outcomes for clients."
"I highly recommend and endorse Sam Kaufman. Any time a criminal matter comes to my attention in the Keys (and more particularly, Key West) I refer it to Sam, without hesitation. He is extremely knowledgeable about criminal defense issues. He is very hard-working and provides excellent representation for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working for Sam Kaufman for a number of years. Sam is smart, aggressive and always puts the client's needs first. I could not have a higher recommendation for an attorney. In fact, if I ever need an attorney in Key West, I will be hiring Sam Kaufman."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sam is a bright, knowledgeable lawyer that cares about his work product and clients. He enjoys respect and an excellent reputation in his community (legal and general). He is good people and an excellent attorney!"
"I am attorney in South Florida. I refer cases to Sam Kaufman often. My clients are happy with his office and his services. Sam is brilliant, personable and not afraid to take cases to trial. Plus, he is very passionate about getting the best results for his clients. He cares. These are all reasons to retain him for your case. If you have a case in Key West or anywhere in the Florida Keys, then call Sam Kaufman of the Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman at 305.292.3926!"
"Sam is a great trial attorney and cares deeply for his clients. He has my highest endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Notable, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, Tha National Trial Lawyers Top 100
1997
Cali Excellence for the Future Award, University of Miami Law School
1995
Cali Excellence for the Future Award, University of Miami Law School
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A.
Associations
2018 - Present
National Trial Lawyers Top 100Member
2015 - Present
Key West Art and Historical SocietyBoard Member
2015 - Present
City of Key WestCity Commissioner
1998 - Present
Florida Keys Outreach CoaltionChairman of the Board of Directors
1998 - Present
Florida BarMember
2006 - 2006
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (monroe chapter)Treasurer
Education
1998
University of Miami School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
1992
University of California - Los Angeles
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Estate Planning Seminar
Estate Planning
2015
Estate Planning Seminar
Estate Planning
2012
Estate Planning Seminar
Estate Planning
Languages
English
Russian
Spanish