Sami Lynn Anderson

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Sami Lynn Anderson

also known as Sami Anderson

1.7
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 18 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Champaign, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Family ... +11 more

301 N Neil St Ste 434, Champaign, IL

About Sami

Biography

When you consider that most legal issues are life changing, it is important to work with an attorney who provides total client support and keeps you informed every step of the way.

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Other 9%

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Alimony 7%

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Child Custody 7%

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Child Support 7%

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Criminal Defense 7%

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DUI and DWI 7%

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Divorce and Separation 7%

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Domestic Violence 7%

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Family 7%

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Government 7%

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Lawsuits and Disputes 7%

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Military Law 7%

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Personal Injury 7%

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Speeding and Traffic Ticket 7%

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Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Anderson Law Office

301 N Neil St Ste 434, Champaign, IL, 61820-3163

www.anderson-attorneyatlaw.com

Sami Lynn Anderson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

1.7 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

The best Attorney in Central Illinois

Sami Anderson handled my complicated matter better than most would have. She was attentive and detailed orientated, while at the same time, not losing the personal touch that she is known for. She is one of the busiest offices in town, but her turn around time is better than my previous attorney!

Posted by TakeAGuess | June 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Worthless

Zero stars. Should be unlawful as a lawyer to get paid and not complete a job their are hired for. No communication after child support modification for over a year. Irritating that I have to tell her how to address my situation and still nothing gets done. Just give up being a lawyer. You are causin...g more harm in peoples lives. please look elsewhere if you want prompt legal action.

Sami Anderson

Replied last June 18, 2026

I am sorry that you believe you had this experience with my law firm, but this is not my firm. There is no way you paid me and then went more than a year with zero communication from me or my office. I do not have any pending child support modification cases or recently closed cases that fit this review. In addition, I have not been substituted out or asked to withdraw as counsel on any cases as would be expected if you had indeed paid my firm and went more than 12-months without hearing from me. I take these claims very seriously as you are only the fifth negative review I have received in almost 20 years of practicing law and after handling hundreds of family law matters.

Posted by Dan | December 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Waste of time and money

She was recommended to me by someone I worked with. She took my case, a fairly clear cut marriage separation, and stated at the one face to face interaction we had that there would be times that I would not feel like I was the priority but when I was, I would have her full attention. That time never ...came. I was provided very little response to questions, often having to follow up on the questions but was certainly charged for every email. Documents were provided by the other attorney. She would read and recommend small edits. That was the extent of the work. After entering the military, I heard even less and was unable to communicate due to operations and schools. She then filed to remove herself as my attorney stating I did not communicate. 3k for small edits over the course of nearly two years.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Charged a lot, did very little

She barely handled my case. At one point, she admitted that she did not complete what she was supposed to in the time promised and had the nerve to say, “in my defense, I was in court last week.” That translates to “ you are not important.” Very lackadaisical approach to representing a client.

Sami Anderson

Replied last July 29, 2024

While I appreciate client feedback, I don't believe you were a client of mine or that this is a real review from someone I have worked with. Most of my clients hire me for litigation purposes. My cases are handled in a timely manner and the client's that I work with respect the fact that a significant amount of my time is spent in the Courtroom. My clients are important and when I am in Court with them, they get my full attention. Thank you for highlighting that I am a Trial attorney!

Posted by sksmith62 | August 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Never had time for me

This attorney rarely returned my calls or answered my email correspondence. I had a child support order reduced by the court in October, and as of the first of February, I am still paying the previous amount of support because the required paperwork has yet to be filed with my employer. When I quest...ioned her correspondence practices and asked for reassurance in her ability to effectively represent me, she withdrew as my council - 2 days before court. Attorney made me feel as if me, and my case, were unimportant.

Sami Anderson

Replied last August 27, 2018

I would respectfully disagree with the statements contained in this review. Attorney met with individual at least one time per month, in some months on more than one occasion. Attorney made herself available after hours and took calls on her cell phone even on the Thanksgiving Holiday and while out of State on vacation with her family.

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Family lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sami for over 2 years through the Champaign County family law community. She has been a great mentor to me as a younger lawyer at the bar and I know she is a bright, zealous, and compassionate advocate for her clients. As an attorney who focuses in family law, Sami is knowledgeable in all areas of family and matrimonial law. She is on my short referral list for family lawyers in Champaign County. I recommend her without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Anderson Law Office

Education

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Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD

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Illinois State University

BS

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