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Posted by Heather | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

A lifesaver!

After many years of incompetent attorneys and thousands of dollars, I found Sam! This man gets the job done! He's been there for me for the past several years, representing me on a child custody case and now a child support case. My case has always been everything but easy and he never gives up! Most... of all, he's here for all the right reasons and always has the child's best interest at heart! He has been by my side through all of my breakdowns over this case, all the times I felt like there was no hope and began to lose faith in the justice system all together and the times I just wanted to give up. He is proof that there are attorneys that are in this for the right reasons. I will always be so thankful for everything Sam has done for me, my child and my entire family... Not sure where we would be without him!

Sam English

Replied last January 12, 2017

Thank you for taking your time to share kind words. You are a very good mother and kind hearted woman. I wish you and your family a brighter future. You deserve it.

Posted by Russ | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Great Attorney

I was in a bad divorce with custody problems. Mr. English helped take the worry and burden off my shoulders. He and his staff were excellent to respond to any concerns or issues. He is a very good attorney with extensive experience and knowledge. He help guide my mediation to a win-win situation . Wi...thout Sam, I would still be fighting for my son who I know have fulltime. My ex-wife had an aggressive attorney and Sam shut him down very quickly in a very professional manner. I would not use anyone else other than Sam. I would recommend him to anyone.

Sam English

Replied last January 12, 2017

Thank you.

Posted by David | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

A lot of empty promises

Hired for a custody case for my daughter -$2500. He didn't even show up for the trial. He sent an intern who apparently had no information about the case before going into the judge. She stood out in the lobby apologizing to me for what had happened with the outcome. She left his practice soon after.... He told me that he was going to meet with me to disclose some information concerning my daughters case, that didn't happen either. Quit returning my phone calls, but didn't hesitate to cash the $2500 check. Maybe it was a bad time in his life; don't know, but he left men without any credible representation. Would never recommend him to anyone. Glad at least some people had a good experience with him. Still waiting on that meeting Sam.....

Sam English

Replied last January 12, 2017

Im sorry to hear about your experience with my law firm. I cannot determine the case by the narrative above or by "David.". I try my best to meet all my clients reasonable objectives in a case. However, some cases turn on the facts of the case. In years past, I had an associate attorney working with me but never a intern. The retainer fee you mentioned would place the case around 2010 or so. I would like to speak to you about your daughter's case but I need more information to identify the file. . I have never "no showed" a case unless it was a case specially assigned for the associate to handle. Please call me and lets have the meeting you are referring to above. I will pull the file and go over any unanswered questions. Im very sorry you feel like your daughters case was not given the attention it deserved. I will look forward to your call. Kindest regards. Sam English

Posted by Mindee | October 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney

A Lawyer That Cares...

Over the past several years, Sam English has represented me in my child custody and child support case. He has been easy to work with and he has always kept the best interest of my children first and foremost. My case has not been an easy one. We have been in and out of court at least 2 to 3 times a ...year for these past several years. He has listened to me cry, scream, and fuss on multiple occasions with great patience. He has encouraged me when I didn't think that we were ever going to get through this. I say "we" because Sam also went through the plethora of emotions that this case brought forth. His support enabled me to handle the stress with grace and dignity even when I felt like lashing out for the wrongs that were put on my children. He fights with all his might in court and is ruthless when the necessity to be is present. His hard work has helped me hold my ex husband financially responsible for his part in raising these kids even though he has opted not to be a part of their lives. I really don't know if I could ever repay him for all he has done for me and mine. I will be eternally grateful. He is an amazing lawyer!

Posted by Mark | April 10, 2015

Best lawyer!

i have had an amazing experience using Sam English as my lawyer in my custody case. I went from no rights to 50/50 custody! Best lawyer in Knoxville!

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