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Growing up in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, Sam is a lifelong resident of Washington County and the St. Croix Valley area. Sam earned his law degree from William Mitchell College of Law in 2001. While enrolled at William Mitchell, Sam was active in Moot Court and a member of Law Review.
Upon graduating from William Mitchell, Sam first worked as a judicial clerk for both The Honorable Kenneth J. Maas in the Washington County District Court and The Honorable Stephen M. Halsey in the Wright County District Court. This experience gave him invaluable insight that he uses on a daily basis in his practice to this day.
Upon leaving his posts as a judicial law clerk, Sam worked for two years as an associate at the Stillwater law firm of Anastasi and Associates where he honed his skills in complex litigation, debt collection, mechanics liens, and real estate law.
After two years of work at Anastasi and Associates, in the summer of 2004, Sam started his own practice. Since opening his own practice, Sam has greatly expanded his expertise into criminal defense, DWI & DUI defense, as well as family law and other related areas.
Sam is a member of the Minnesota Bar Association and the Washington County Bar Association. He serves on the Washington County District Court - Criminal Committee which establishes Stillwater courthouse policies and makes decisions about criminal court issues. Also, Sam is a volunteer attorney with Washington County Legal Assistance.
Sam is an avid sports fan and follows Gopher Basketball and Minnesota Twins closely. He enjoys biking, swimming, golfing and curling in his spare time.
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Acquired: 2001
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275 S Third St #203, Stillwater, MN, 55082
6 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by John | August 31, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Sam is a great lawyer
Sam was very professional, knowledgeable, and worked through the process of my case exactly as he said he would. While I hope to never need a lawyer again in the future, Sam will be the first to get a call from me if I do. I highly recommend Sam Surface.
Posted by Matthew | December 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
DO NOT HIRE HIM.
Absolutely this sam surface is no good at all.the 4 times I talk to him as the first time telling him yes on hiring him and that was it like a 5min talk.the 2 time he had to make it quick because he was at swimming lessons with his son and that was maybe 5min.the 3 time he had to make it quick again ...
Posted by Andy | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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In my opinion i feel that Mr. Surface did an excellent job defending me in my criminal case. He provided me with all the information i requested in a timely manner. Was very straightforward and honest with everything regarding my case. I have and will continue to recommend him for any type of legal c...
"Sam is the kind of lawyer I would want representing me if I was going into a stressful family or criminal case. He is bright, creative, professional, and enjoys respect from bench and bar. And although he is a zealous advocate for his client, he is also collegial, professional and pleasant to deal with for opposing counsel. He's a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sam and I worked together on a very intense criminal case involving multiple felonies. Sam was always well prepared, kept great communication with our client and his family and fought extremely hard. He has my endorsement."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2006 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Samuel E. Surface, Ltd.
2004 - 2006
Associate Attorney, Anastasi & Jellum, P.A.
2001 - 2004
Judicial Law Clerk, State Of Minnesota District Court
2001 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
19th District Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember
2001
Juris Doctor
1988
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2001
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