Judith Ann Samson

Judith Ann Samson

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Minneapolis, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, White Collar Crime ... +2 more

310 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN

About Judith

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1998

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Judith Samson, Attorney at Law

310 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55415-1030

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Judith Ann Samson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

89 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Lawyer

Did her best considering what she was given. This was my third dwi/dui in ten years and she saved me from jail time and a few other things.

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great experience

While getting a DWI for the first time was not fun...very terifying actually. Judy was very supportive and knowledgeable and made me feel ok. She is also very responsive and reasonable in price. I would highly recommend her. Also I did do my due diligence and had referenced her with a few other top ...attorneys here in town and they had spoke well of her.

Posted by Bailey | October 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Easy-Squeezy DWI Case

Judith was very fair in her pricing for my second DWI case, whereas many other attorneys wanted close to $3,000 or $5,000. Judith had my case pushed up a few weeks just to end my agony of waiting, and we were in and out within 30 minutes. I answered a few questions, the judge agreed to the plea b...argain Judith negotiated, and I was out having brunch before 10am. Judith and her staff are no frills, but do you really need that when you have jail time looming over your head?

Posted by Sara | March 18, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Judith was a godsend!

As a first time offender having to go through 2 counts related to DUI/DWI, it was extremely scary and unsettling. I thought I knew it all from watching those crime shows on t.v. - NOT!!! I first spoke with Judith after my 48 hours in the county jail. We arranged to meet within days. It was comfor...ting to meet someone with such professionalism and who knew her stuff. Though my journey was far from over, Judy explained what the process was and gave me specific direction as to what I needed to do next. I listened to her and did as I was told. We finally got to court after 6 months. About a month prior, I started reaching out to Judy a bit more to understand the actual court process, what to expect, etc. She always returned my calls/emails promptly and answered my questions so that I could understand. My personal anxiety level grew as the date got closer. She was there for me every step of the way. The day of court was unsettling. When we met, Judy again explained the process to me and she then met her turn with the prosecuting attorney. She and I conferenced and I shared my concerns. Judy laid out several options and best-case scenarios. However, she did not sugar coat anything and was pragmatic in her approach. She listened to my concerns and shared her personal as well as professional advice. As we went back into court and appeared before the Judge, it was clear that she was representing me and my best interest. The outcome was better than expected and I am truly glad to have selected her representation. There will be a few more interactions down the road, but I am confident that I am not alone. Thank you, Judy.

Posted by Bruce | March 14, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Good Lawyer

Judith handled my DWI case with great efficiency. She had an excellent relationship with the prosecutor and judge and was able to get the case closed with a good result in one meeting.

See All Client Reviews

Judith Ann Samson's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Judith
Trevor Jon Lushanko headshot
Trevor Lushanko

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Judy is a very intelligent attorney that fights hard to reach successful results in her cases. She is one of the best!"

Robert Joseph Foley III headshot
Robert Foley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Judith is an exceptional lawyer who cares a great deal about her client and their cases."

Brianna Baker Zuber headshot
Brianna Zuber

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Samson is an excellent criminal defense attorney. We have worked together on several cases. She achieved impressive results for my clients. She cares a lot for her clients and works tirelessly to help them. I strongly recommend Ms. Samson for your criminal defense needs."

Kali Ashley Gardner headshot
Kali Gardner

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Judy and I used to be on opposite sides. I admire her tenacity and high level of skill in every case that she has. Ms. Samson is an attorney that I, myself would call if in the need of legal help. Not to mention she is confident, a great listener and always tells it to you straight!"

Christopher Paul Renz headshot
Christopher Renz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Judy is an excellent advocate for her clients. She is thorough in examining potential defenses to the crimes with which their charged, while being creative in seeking out options for resolution that meet their specific circumstances."

Max A. Keller headshot
Max Keller

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is known as highly efficient and does more with less."

Kevin W. DeVore headshot
Kevin DeVore

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Judy is an excellent and capable lawyer."

Mark Arneson headshot
Mark Arneson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Judith Samson is an excellent criminal defense attorney that has earned the respect of judges, prosecutors and fellow attorneys Minnesota. I fully endorse her."

View All Endorsements
Trevor Jon Lushanko headshot
Trevor Lushanko

Criminal defense lawyer

Kirk Matthew Anderson headshot
Kirk Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer

Robert Joseph Foley III headshot
Robert Foley

Criminal defense lawyer

Brianna Baker Zuber headshot
Brianna Zuber

Immigration lawyer

David L Valentini headshot
David Valentini

Criminal defense lawyer

Max A. Keller headshot
Max Keller

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Owner, Samson Law Office

1998 - 1999

Associate, Mohs and Associates

Associations

2013 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

2013 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2005

Douglas K. Amdahl American Inn of Court

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Assault

Case dismissed

Criminal Sexual Conduct

Case Dismissed

Assault 5 (road rage)

Disorderly Conduct

See More Legal Cases

Education

1998

University of Minnesota Law School

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1998

University of Pittsburgh School of Law

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1993

University of Louisville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Hennepin County Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

criminal law CLE, Investigators

2010

Minnesota State Bar Association

New Lawyers Experience

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution