Samuel Bennett

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Samuel Bennett

also known as Sam Bennett

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, DUI & DWI ... +3 more

25600 Woodward Avenue, Suite 214, Royal Oak, MI

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Samuel

Biography

Super Lawyers Rising Star defending you and attaining the best outcome. Call today for free consult!

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

The Bennett Law Firm, PLC only handles criminal cases. We focus on one area to best represent our clients, who have been charged with state misdemeanors and felonies. Call for a free consultation today!

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Sex Crime 20%

When you are facing allegations of sexual abuse against a child or adult, it is difficult to know who to trust. I have represented countless individuals who have been accused of sex crimes across the State of Michigan. Call for a free consult!

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

If you’re charged with drunk driving, it can be overwhelming. That is why you need a defense attorney that cares and advocates for you. We will create an individual plan to suit the goals of your case. Call today for your free consultation!

15%
Expungement 5%

One of the most rewarding parts of being a defense attorney is helping those with convictions achieve an Expungement, avoiding the need to disclose the conviction on a job application. Call today to see if you're eligible!

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Juvenile Law 5%

When your child is charged with a misdemeanor or a serious felony offense, it can be scary. At our firm, we will make it priority that you feel comfortable not only with your attorney, but with the process that lies ahead. Call today for a consult!

5%
Violent Crime 5%

Potential penalties for assault crimes depend almost solely on the extent of the injury sustained by the complaining witness and range from probation to life in prison. Call today for a case analysis!

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 11 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2014

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Bennett Law Firm, PLC

25600 Woodward Avenue, Suite 214, Royal Oak, MI, 48067

bennettplc.com

Online Presence

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Samuel Bennett's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

128 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Drug Crime

Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

OUI charge

I was unexpectedly arrested and put in jail on my way to Florida. I was pulled over for taillight not working. After 6 months I was charged with OWI for smoking marijuana several hours earlier. Sam was the calmness to the stress of legal issues. He was knowledgeable, pro-active, and able to explore ...best options. He was compassionate and honest which I appreciated. I was pleased with the results and I highly recommend him.

Posted by Robert | September 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Compassionate Client Advocate

I hired Sam Bennett to represent me on a criminal matter. I had a serious substance use issue at the time of the incident, but had since turned my life around and only recently found out about the charge. I turned myself in without a lawyer since I had planned to plead guilty and accept responsi...bility for my past. On my initial sentencing date, I was notified that I had a false-positive on one of my drug tests while on bond. When it became clear that the judge, who had a reputation for severity and disdain for people with SUD, was going to throw the book at me, I contacted Sam Bennett. Immediately, I found him easy to speak with. He was compassionate, encouraging, and never made me feel as though I was being rushed. Most importantly, he believed in me when I challenged the test. The case had a few curve-balls and setbacks, but in the end, thanks to a well-prepared defense, the potential consequences were greatly diminished. I did not go to jail and did not lose my bond money. I am an active community organizer and, thanks to Sam, I don't have to lose all the hard work I have done trying to repay my debts and build a better life for myself and my community. Hire this lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Total Respect

My son & I had contacted Mr. Bennett on an earlier occasion when he needed legal representation for a drug possession offense. Mr. Bennett was thorough, committed to helping my son & went the distance to represent him. We were constantly informed about the progress & possible scenarios for my son so ...we felt prepared for whatever decision was to come. So when another incident occurred, we sought out Mr. Bennett again to use his legal expertise to assist my son. The matter was handled satisfactorily. Mr. Bennett fought for my son both times & I couldn't trust him more.

Posted by Bryan | January 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Drug charge case

After getting multiple drug charges in one arrest I wasn’t sure who to hire to represent me. When I was recommended Sam by a close family friend I went to a consultation and I immediately felt better about my situation and knew after 5 minutes he was the guy I needed to hire. He was there for me ever...y step of the way and answered any questions truthfully. Sam went to great lengths and brought up different ways to help that turned to be very beneficial come sentencing. He represented me in a way that made me feel like he was rooting for my second chance and was willing to fight and get me that chance. I truly believe I never would have had the same outcome had I went with any one else and I forever thank Sam Bennett. I HIGHLY recommend him to anyone in need of a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

An Attorney who Truly Cares

I’m very happy that we decided to hire Sam Bennett. We were previous clients of Ray and Sam and they negotiated a great deal for my husband who has had a long history of legal problems due to his drug addiction. The day my husband was arrested, Sam was able to come to my husband’s arraignment on very... short notice where he negotiated an extremely low bond amount. I was impressed by the way he advocated for my husband. Unfortunately a few months after my husband was sentenced he found himself in more legal trouble. After months of stressful court dates we hired Sam and I immediately felt my stress dissipate knowing Sam would be representing my husband. Sam spent a great deal of time on my husband’s case. He thoroughly explained his situation and his sentencing guidelines to both of us. The communication Sam provided helped me come to terms with the severity of our situation and made it much easier to accept. In the end he was able to reduce my husbands recommended sentence by seven months, which was a major relief. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone who finds themselves caught up in the court system as he is very personable, and professional, and I feel he truly cares about the people he represents.

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Samuel Bennett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Lavigne

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam is an aggressive, result-oriented attorney. He works very hard for his clients and is someone who can be trusted when the chips are down. I am pleased to endorse him."

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Richard Small

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bennett is an excellent attorney."

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Matthew Abdo

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"First off, I do not frequently endorse attorneys on AVVO, unless I feel that attorney truly is deserving of such. Sam Bennett was bred for criminal law. We were lucky enough to have him clerk for us while he was in law school, and now he is fighting capital trials. He has a deft touch with his clients, confident advocacy in the court room, and a firm command of the law. These are not empty words, cases our Firm has worked with Sam have consistently had outstanding results. As a fellow criminal defense attorney, there are very few that I endorse as strongly as Samuel Bennett."

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Ying Beher

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bennett is a very dedicated and skilled attorney."

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Mitchell Manwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sam is a diligent and highly competent attorney. A savant on local court rules and procedures, Attorney Bennett gets his clients every edge possible in court. An automatic hire for those accused of crimes."

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Alexandra Giuliani

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sam is not afraid to take on any case. He is passionate about his clients and is always willing to help in any way that he can. He fights for what is right and has a good reputation in the community! If you are looking for a competent and diligent attorney, Sam is the right one for you!"

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William Barnwell

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam is a an excellent criminal defense attorney and has handled high-profile and sensitive cases. He is trustworthy, experienced, and delivers solid results for his clients. I strongly endorse my colleague."

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Joshua Bannister

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Bennett is a true professional and exceptional advocate for his clients."

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Tiffany McEvans

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bennett was one of my Trial Skills students at Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Attorney Bennett was an exceptional student and has continued to excel as an attorney."

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John Elkhoury

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bennett is a zealous advocate for his clients and is willing to go the extra mile to insure the best possible result."

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Daryl Wood

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with many attorneys in my career, but Samuel stands about above the rest. He is a hard working driven attorney that knows his cases inside and out. When you combine that with his infectious personality, you get an unbeatable combination."

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Cy Abdo

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Sam Bennett. I was fortunate to have Sam as an intern for my law firm for several years. He proved himself as an asset to our firm where we worked together on several complex legal matters. He has also assisted our firm after becoming a lawyer and I can say that he is an excellent lawyer. He has guts, brains, integrity and will give 110% to his clients and their cause."

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Chelsea Rebeck

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam is an amazing attorney and advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him to anyone needing assistance in a criminal matter."

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Mitchell Manwell

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Scott Rabaut

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Matthew Abdo

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Barnwell

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Alexandra Giuliani

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chelsea Rebeck

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorneys, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best Attorney - Client Satisfactoin, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best Law Firms - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2013

Certificate of Merit - Trial Skills, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney - Owner, The Bennett Law Firm, PLC

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Law Offices of Raymond A. Cassar, PLC

2014 - 2014

Student Attorney, Washtenaw County Public Defender Office

2013 - 2013

Intern, Wayne County Prosecutors Office

2012 - 2014

Law Clerk, Abdo Law

Associations

2015 - Present

Federal Bar Association (Eastern District of Michigan chapter)

Member

2014 - Present

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

Education

2014

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Juris Doctor

2011

Oakland University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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