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

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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!

50%
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
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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 5 reviews | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Posted by Darren | April 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Well Versed, Energetic, Aggressive Client Centered Service

I was facing serious charges which would have piled points on my driver's license and ruined me in insurance costs. He fought hard to get me the most favorable judgement with zero points on my license. I was thoroughly impressed with his knowledge, energy, and client focused attitude. Mr. Bennett st...ands out from other criminal attorneys, in that all of my calls and messages were answered from him within the same business day and his staff were very professional and respectful. Send him a message today. I am glad that I did.

Posted by JR | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Completely Satisfied! Excellent Lawyer!

Sam Bennett was recommended to me by a friend that went through a DUI and was extremely satisfied with his legal representation. Following my friends recommendation, I decided to hire Sam as my attorney and it was the best decision I made. I was charged with OWI and Reckless driving on the 48th distr...ict court in West Bloomfield, which is notoriously known for being overly strict on drunk driving offenses. After meeting with Sam for the first time, I knew he was the right person for the job. Besides his great inside knowledge of the court systems, the prosecutors and the judges, the thing that appealed to me the most was the personal and individualized attention Sam brings to the table. You will not be just one more case. He is very accessible, guides you thorough every step of the way and, most importantly, DELIVERS RESULTS. I was able to plead down both charges to operating while visibly impaired and I did not suffer a hard suspension on my license. I will definitely recommend his legal representation to anyone! He helps you not just in the court, but also in how to approach your situation to employers. This just shows you that Sam truly cares about you as a client and is in this profession for all the right reasons. All in all, he is an excellent attorney!

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Samuel should first lawyer you seek!

I am a current Michigan Medical Marhuana Patient, who reached out to Sam after after a run in with the police regarding transportation issues with the marhuana. The first thing Sam told me when I stepped into his office was: "Try not to worry too much" as he throughly explained the situation I would... soon be facing, I felt a lot more comfortable. Sam did an amazing job the day of court too, and got me very little non-reporting probation, with no monthly drug testing or future screenings! Sam handled everything all the way down to getting the points taken off my record for the impeding traffic charge. Sam is a hard working optimist!

Posted by Conor | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

An outstanding lawyer and friend

Sam has handled a number of cases for me with the utmost compassion and enthusiasm (not to mention success). He always kept me updated on his exceptional efforts and did so in a way not only professional, but wholehearted and benevolent. Sam assimilated our relationship as more of a brotherhood than... an attorney-client basis. He was there for me in an emotional and sympathetic, yet safeguarding manner. I felt secure knowing Sam was up to bat for me. It all started when I was charged with a felony for fleeing and eluding, reckless driving, and unlawful use of a license plate. I was facing jail time and Sam was able to negotiate HYTA for which I am only serving a sentence of probation. Later on I was charged yet again in the same court with conspiracy which could have been a felony. I was issued a warrant for my arrest and Sam called me to make sure I knew right away what was going on so we could cooperate to avoid any further trouble. He made sure this would not violate my probation and the charge resulted in just fines and costs. He also helped reduce a traffic violation for which I could have served 30 days in jail to just fines and costs. I can not thank him enough for going the extra mile at all times.

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great Attorney

Back in the fall I was facing an offense of operating a vehicle with a HI BAC(I did not my actual BAC since the reading was not written on my temp license at the time of my release from jail). Plus two tickets of no registration and disregarding a red light. I found Sam using the AVVO app and made a ...call.We spoke briefly over the phone and scheduled a meeting the next day.I left messages for 2 other attorneys referred by friends and never received a call back. During our meeting, Sam explained clearly what I should expect once he was able to obtain my BAC reading.I had such a great feeling about Sam so I decided to retain him the same day. Of course my BAC reading was high and Sam suggested I enroll in a 6 week lecture series learning about substance abuse. Throughout the ordeal I had to also attend AA twice a week.Sam also wrote a letter to the prosecutor on my behalf(great writer).This was my first offense so I was really nervous about the process, but Sam always returned my calls and emails promptly if I had any questions.He was able to get charge reduced to OWVI and my tickets thrown out. My license is restricted for 3 months,but I'm happy my license was not revoked totally with my .2...BAC. The judge sentenced me to a year of probation and weekly AA meetings.Plus my fine was low. Sam allowed me to make payments towards my balance with him before my sentencing date.This really helped me because I'm single with only one source of income. Sam is AWESOME...

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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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Scott Rabaut

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Matthew Abdo

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William Barnwell

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Alexandra Giuliani

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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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