Peter C. Samouris

Peter C. Samouris

also known as Samouris Law Firm, Peter Samouris

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at East Lansing, MI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Violent Crime ... +4 more

1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, MI

About Peter

Biography

Driven to Win

Mr. Samouris has been a part of the winning criminal defense team at Grabel & Associates for over a decade. During that time he has gotten favorable result...

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 30 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1995

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 30 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1995

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Peter C. Samouris, P.C.

1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, MI, 48823

Grabel & Associates

124 W. Allegan Street, Suite 636, Lansing, MI, 48933

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Peter C. Samouris's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Deanna | August 20, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Would hire again

Starting with my first appointment I felt very comfortable and confident that I had made the right choice about Pete. He covered all options for both divorce methods (uncontested and contested). After the initial appointment I made my decision and looking back I would highly recommend the uncontested... option to others. The after care was fantastic and Pete made sure that I was completely aware of my rights and obligations towards my ex. If I was to ever go through it again I wouldn't look past Pete.

Peter Samouris

Replied last April 09, 2023

Thank you Deanna. BTW, I am no longer downtown, but in East Lansing: 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, MI 48823. All other contact information is the same, although I did add this more professional sounding e-mail: [email protected]. And in case you lost it, my mobile is (517) 410-4966. (Shoot, I can’t believe that 2014 was 9 years ago!) Thanks again Deanna.

Posted by BrianW | August 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Samouris Law Review

Only a couple of weeks ago I was forced due to unforeseen circumstance to seek advice from a defense lawyer. This was an absolutely horrific time for me and that's putting it mildly. I shot off emails to several Lansing firms and the first to respond was Mr. Samouris. I thought his attitude was great... from the beginning, and it didn't change the whole way through which kept me confident. The staff he works with were very professional, respectful and empathetic to my circumstances.

Peter Samouris

Replied last April 09, 2023

Thank you Brian. Gosh, I can not believe it has been that long since I helped you with that matter. As I just told another client, I am no longer downtown but in East Lansing, specifically, 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, MI 48823. Best e-address: [email protected]; best number: 517 410-4966. Thank you again, Brian.

Posted by Kelley | August 10, 2014 | Personal Injury

REVIEW

I took a serious fall . Peter Samouris was my child custody laywer I took a fall which was recorded on security video . Peter said he could handle my case and talked me out of hiring a personal injury laywer . I was partially paralized on my left side for over a yr . I still suffer major effects from... this injury . Peter basically kept atribgibg ne alobg and saying the vudeo disappeared and employees of the business diappeared etc . Peter at the same tine xame into sone money and my case never even got filed in court . I had to moce for my job 2 yrs later and he said that if I coukd work I had no claim . Perer Samouris took a payoff from the company that he was hired to protecte from... hope ge had fun

Peter Samouris

Replied last April 09, 2023

Dear Kelley — Well, I know I was your hero in your “child custody case,” and will always remember the gratitude you expressed as to that matter, as well as the feelings of victory against a lot of other entities that were gunning for you. Gosh, when was that? Was that in 2000 or 2001? Perhaps a little later, but it was long before this review that you apparently posted in 2014. As to the personal injury case (same time period, I believe), I NEVER tried to talk you out of hiring another lawyer and you know that. Quite the contrary, I believe I even tried to refer you to some other attorneys after I turned down your case. And by the way, Kelley, I never took a “payout” from an insurance company to “throw your case,” so the speak, as you basically say in this “review.” Respectfully, Kelley, that claim is absurd. Anyway, it has been ages and if you wish to talk to me, please know that my new address is 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200, East Lansing, MI 48823. Best e-address: [email protected]; best mobile is 517 410-4966. Come to think of it, we were at my Okemos office that last time we spoke, and I have not been at that office location since 2009 or 2010. Whew! Time flies … All the best Kelley; I’d love to hear from you from you, this negative “review” notwithstanding. By the way, since I never actually took your case, how were able to write a review? Looks like I have to contact AVVO to get your “review” removed. On a lighter note, if you are going to give me a 1-star review for not turning down your personal injury case, you should at least even it out by giving me a 5-star review for winning your “child custody case.” Haha. (In all seriousness, please feel free to call me.)

Posted by Renée W. | March 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Just wanted to say thanks again.

I appreciate all of the work Peter has done in helping to bring a relatively recent divorce to completion. His knowledge and insight lead to great ideas and advice. Peter was without hesitation and very thorough throughout all debate and negotiation. Can't recommend him highly enough. Peter, thanks a...gain.

Peter Samouris

Replied last April 09, 2023

Wow! Thank you Renee, that is very kind; hope all is well. Please note new office address: 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200 East Lansing, MI 48823. Best e-mail: [email protected]. Mobile is still 517 410-4966. Please reach out anytime. Thank you again.

Posted by LBao Nguyen | February 28, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Review for Pete Samouris

From the start of my DUI incident I didn't exactly know how to go about things or the whole DUI process. I rang around and Pete was the only one that was willing to give me the time of the day to hear me out and discuss my options and explain the process. He knew the how the entire process went and e...xplained it all very clearly to me every step of the way. He was often available to meet at times that were convenient for me. He handled things without much effort on my part. I would recommend Pete for that reason alone.

Peter Samouris

Replied last April 09, 2023

Thank you Mr. Nguyen, you were a joy to work with. Please reach out anytime: 1760 Abbey Road, Suite 200 East Lansing, MI 48823. Best e-mail: [email protected]. Mobile is still 517 410-4966. Hope all is going well for you. Thanks again.

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Peter C. Samouris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Toby White

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Good, hard working, smart."

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Larissa Zubac

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pete is compassionate, excellent attorney with solid experience. I highly recommend his services!"

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William Weise

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Peter. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Nicholas Leydorf

Unknown lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Samouris as he is someone who is dedicated to achieving the best result possible for his clients."

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Scott Grabel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Mr. Samouris with a number of years and can personally attest to the myriad of outstanding case results he has achieved on behalf of his clients. Mr. Samouris's creativity and aggressiness are attributes that make him a top tier criminal attorney."

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Toby White

Criminal defense lawyer

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Larissa Zubac

Family lawyer

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Nicholas Leydorf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Grabel

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Associate, Grabel & Associates

1900 - Present

Member, Johnson Law Group

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Hellenic Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Michigan

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

1994

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD

N/A

University of San Francisco

BA

Languages

English

Greek

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