Sam Goble is an excellent attorney! In the process of selling my home I was informed that a lien had been placed on my home 14 years prior that I knew nothing about. The other side was being completely unreasonable and would not listen to reason. I hired Sam and he had a resolution for me 48 hours after I gave him the paperwork. He was able to negotiate with the other side and settled the debt for a fraction of what they were originally asking. Sam took so much stress out of my life. He kept me updated every step of the way. I would definitely recommend him!
I consider myself fortunate to meet the attorney mr Goble
I was arrested by police and put in jail for a few hours. I felt that the reason why they did it not fair and contact mr Goble for advise. He was a very attentive and paid a great attention to the details. He was agree with me that police could of find another solution in my situation. When he represented me he was sharp and reasonable . The case was dropped. Thank you mr Goble!
I do not seek to reflect my time spent on Employment law on this forum, instead focusing to guide those who are seeking help with criminal defense matters.
400+ cases. DUI is a serous charge requiring more attorney experience and tenacity than some other offenses. The consequences of conviction extend into all areas of your life. I give counsel on the DUI, employment, schooling, DOPL, and your license.
I do not seek to reflect my time spent on Employment law on this forum, instead focusing to guide those who are seeking help with criminal defense matters.
Routinely accept sensitive cases alleging serious misconduct by juveniles
12 years, 12 cases
Mr. Goble previously worked for Utah's largest criminal defense firm before moving on to work in general civil litigation with another reputable firm located in Salt Lake City. Mr. Goble specializes in litigation. In cases involving criminal, contract property and probate cases has tried over 100 trials to a jury and many times that in bench trials to judges. Mr. Goble is the former Chairman of the Utah State Bar's Criminal Section and former President of Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He was previously recognized by coleagues for "Distinguished Contribution To Justice" involving working together with other defense attorneys and a district attorney to correct a serious systematic problem with one of Utah's law enforcement agencies. He was also previously awarded Utah's top 40 attorneys under 40. He Mr. Goble and his team pride themselves in being responsive to client questions and concerns and focusing on achieving the client's goals. His firm, Byington & Goble has been voted the "Best of Northern Utah" in 2021 and 2022 as a law firm and in criminal defense and estate law.
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Recommendation for Sam Goble
Sam Goble is an excellent attorney! In the process of selling my home I was informed that a lien had been placed on my home 14 years prior that I knew nothing about. The other side was being completely unreasonable and would not listen to reason. I hired Sam and he had a resolution for me 48 hours after I gave him the paperwork. He was able to negotiate with the other side and settled the debt for a fraction of what they were originally asking. Sam took so much stress out of my life. He kept me updated every step of the way. I would definitely recommend him!
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Posted by Larisa | August 22, 2018
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I consider myself fortunate to meet the attorney mr Goble
I was arrested by police and put in jail for a few hours. I felt that the reason why they did it not fair and contact mr Goble for advise. He was a very attentive and paid a great attention to the details. He was agree with me that police could of find another solution in my situation. When he represented me he was sharp and reasonable . The case was dropped. Thank you mr Goble!
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Posted by Olga Samuelson | June 25, 2018
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Free Consultation Help
I needed a legal advice but I don't really have finances to hire a lawyer. So I started searching for lawyers who could help me. Sam was one of them. Even though he did not receive a payment for helping me, I could tell he truly cared and listened. Thank you, Sam.
Posted by Toby | December 5, 2017
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Very helpful
Sam is a very helpful and knowledgeable person. he gave me some very useful advise and guidance. thanks Sam I appreciate the help.
Posted by Hope | November 30, 2017
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Great. Taking time to give advice
My husband has been incarcerated since May. I have consulted several attorneys in these 7 months .trying to be steered in the right direction to get my husband a fair trial.and how I can help fight for that as well as my husband. Sam goble took time to consult with me and was very sincere and compassionate! I feel he would work hard on my husbands case do his very best to have good outcome
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Posted by Billy | November 2, 2017
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I understood what he said. No "legal-speak".
Honest, in-depth answers that a "regular person" can understand
Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2017
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Honest, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable
Called Sam to get some help with a contract dispute with a previous insurance company. He immediately dropped everything he was doing to walk me through the process without once trying to loop me in as a client. He was extremely friendly and candid about the situation - if I need to bring an attorney on it will definitely be Sam.
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Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2017
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Amazing Attorney!
I talked to Sam about my case and he ended up taking it even though it's not the kind he usually handles.
Before I found him and he offered to help me I talked to numerous people and places and they all told me they can't help me or that they redirected me. I almost gave up, but then I found Avvo and posted a question. He replied very quickly and I messaged him immediately for help. I finally found someone to help me and I was so grateful.
I talked to Sam about my case, and he told me everything he thought about it.
He was very straight forward with me, and made sure I understood what I was doing. I am only an 18 year old girl who is a rookie in the adult world, so I didn't really know what I was doing. He was very blunt with me about everything (Not a bad thing), and made sure to explain everything thoroughly. Very kind and helpful and I could tell he really wanted to help me.
I hired him and he is handling my case. So very thankful I finally found someone to help me.
Awesome Attorney! Definitely my top recommendation!
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Posted by Thomas | June 25, 2017
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Excellent representation
Sam was easy to deal with, he gave me very clear options about our strategy as well as realistic expectations about possible outcomes. He did an excellent job providing me with risk/reward analysis for each scenario and I was extremely pleased with the final outcome.
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2017
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Criminal Defense & Employment
I was facing serious criminal charges and my employment was involved. I had tried other attorneys referred by trusted friends and always got treated like I was a “favor”, not a client. I knew my charges were serious and could have very long lasting effects on my family and career, but I was a deer-in-headlights as what to do about it. I found Sam based on his trial experience and never regretted going with him as my attorney. Not ONCE did Sam ever make me feel judged. He listened, got down to business and set a course for us to resolve my concerns. I was facing a Class A Misdemeanor Charge of Theft and an inevitable termination of my employment. Thanks to Sam's involvement, counsel, and instruction the charges were reduced to a Class B Misdemeanor Charge of Wrongful Appropriation via a Plea in Abeyance, and arranged it so I could resign (not be terminated) and bound the employer from any slanderous terminology that might affect future employment. It was a real comfort knowing I was being represented by someone with excellent applicable knowledge and experience. Should I ever need representation outside of Sam’s area of practice, I would still go to Sam for a referral.
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Posted by anonymous | January 28, 2017
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Amazing!
He was very informative, answered all my many questions very thoroughly, and gave great advice. He was very willing to help me in any way he could and I would recommend him to anyone seeking counsel in his field.
-Crystal
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2015
Excellent Performance
I've had the pleasure of using Sam's services on 2 separate instances. With both circumstances, Sam was professional, direct and gave me valuable advice. On a 3rd occasion, I was out of state on business and faced with an urgent legal matter. Sam was able to give me a few minutes to contain the situation and regain control. I will continue utilizing Sam's legal services. I highly recommend Sam Goble as excellent attorney.
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Posted by Candice | July 27, 2015
Very Relaxing To Know I Am Not The Only One Involved
I have worked for attorneys for over 20 years as well as used a couple different firms on a couple different occasions when the need be. I was not familiar with this firm or with this particular attorney prior to hiring them to help me with this case, but after researching I am confident and relaxed knowing that I am not the only individual who cares about and is involved in this case. They are very thorough and surprised me on several occasions with information they had researched on their own pertaining to details and individuals in this case, which is very impressive. Courteous, professional, prompt and very informative during the procedure. I have referred Sam Goble every opportunity and will continue to do so confidently.
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Posted by Chrystina Taylor-Bird | July 31, 2021
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Hired April 2020 - Terminated October 2020
I hired Sam Goble for a probate matter, to help me protect my dear mother's legacy, her uncontested will and my legal standing as her personal representative and her sole heir.
Sam Goble failed to take proper actions to protect my legal position. His failures caused my mother's legally prepared, uncontested will to be disrespected and dishonored, and my entire inheritance to be lost to disinherited-by-name offspring.
Sam Goble failed to do important legal work, used delay tactics, kept me uninformed and in the dark, refused to provide communications with opposing counsel, and then lost my entire inheritance. Sam Goble failed to provide proper legal counsel for peripheral issues causing me to miss a statute of limitations date on a valid medical malpractice matter.
The firm had a disinterested approach causing me and my important legal matter to be put off and disregarded.
The firm drew down thousands of dollars in retainer in the first month claiming it was Sam Goble's "review of documents"; but then months and months went by with zero action and Sam Goble forgot about the facts - the same facts that never wavered or changed.
Necessary subpoenas weren't done at all and one that was completed was rejected by the entity for improper preparation, and was not pursued thereafter.
I terminated the services of Sam Goble in Oct, 2020, 6 months after hiring him. I disputed line items in billings along the way; but received negative pushback and then more billings for the time to answer my original billing questions.
I've filed a formal complaint at the Utah State Bar, Office of Professional Conduct. Sam Goble has been notified that my truthful complaint has been filed. He is required to respond to the OPC.
His lack of action and follow-up and abject failures cost my dear mother her legally prepared legacy and his failures caused me to lose my rightful inheritance + cost me more attorney fees to retain an appellate level Salt Lake City lawyer to address the judicial nightmare. Competent counsel in Salt Lake City was retained, a valid Motion for Reconsideration was filed and I took back what had been lost.
Sam Goble was ill-prepared and lacked competency. I do not recommend the legal services of Sam Goble.
RIP Mom <3
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Litigation Attorney | Nov 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Mr. Goble is an honest and forthright litigator. He manages to maintain a perfect balance of ethics and aggressiveness, all the while being a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him to anybody seeking an attorney they could trust to handle their case and truly keep their best interest at the forefront."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 04
Relationship: Other
"I don't have direct knowledge of Mr. Goble. But any bright young lawyer who spends time as a public defender has a moral center many lawyers lack. He could have decided instead to chase after $$ and he chose to help people who can't afford representation. Well done!"
Litigation Attorney | Dec 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Sam is one of my "go to" confidants whenever I face complex issues in my cases. Sam's breadth of knowledge -- from criminal defense to complex civil litigation -- provides him with the background upon which I rely when working through matters. While Sam is creative and can achieve great results for his clients with his creativity, he is also conservative when necessary, including with assessing risks for his clients and attorney ethics. Overall, Sam provides attorneys with an example of which we should aspire to be."