Samuel A Goble

Samuel A Goble

also known as Byington & Goble PLLC

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Litigation Lawyer at Logan, UT
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, Contracts & Agreements ... +4 more

105 W. 200 N., Logan, UT

About Samuel

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Litigation 45%

From 2013 onward, consistent flow of real property and commercial contract disputes. 25+ civil jury trials.

15 years | 200 cases

45%
Criminal Defense 31%

From 2009-2013 solely focused on the practice of criminal law of all types. Now accepting cases on a referral basis. 100+ criminal jury trials.

18 years | 1,000 cases

31%
Contracts and Agreements 20%

Drafting, advising on commercial/employment contracts creation and enforcement

15 years | 40 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 1%

In criminal defense, charges of DUI are common. 600+ cases. DUI defense requires specific training and constant updating. I consistently defend DUIs and frequently represent clients at trial on DUI.

18 years | 400 cases

1%
Domestic Violence 1%

As part of criminal law defense practice, domestic violence related offenses are common.

1%
Employment and Labor 1%

Advise on employment contract creation, enforcement and litigation.

15 years | 40 cases

1%
Juvenile Law 1%

Routinely accept sensitive cases alleging serious misconduct by juveniles

15 years | 12 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for < 1 year

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2025

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 17 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Byington & Goble PLLC

105 W. 200 N., Logan, UT, 84321

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Samuel A Goble's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Chrystina Taylor-Bird | July 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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, u...ncontested 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

Posted by Mary Ann | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

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 af...ter 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!

Posted by Larisa | August 22, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

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 repres...ented me he was sharp and reasonable . The case was dropped. Thank you mr Goble!

Posted by Olga Samuelson | June 25, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

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 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

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.

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Samuel A Goble's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ronald Eisenberg

Unknown lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Goble gives no-nonsense answers to those with questions on AVVO and has a broad practice area."

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Jonathan Nish

Litigation lawyer | 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."

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Glenn Stephens

Criminal defense lawyer | 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!"

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Craig Pankratz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked on many cases as a prosecutor with Sam serving as a public defender. He always did a fantastic job for his clients."

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Robert Cummings

Litigation lawyer | 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."

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Adam Alba

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam is a hard working attorney with knack for creativity in resolving his cases. I endorse him wholeheartedly."

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Danielle Hawkes

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sam is a fantastic attorney! He is endlessly intelligent. I frequently go to him for answers about legal conundrums."

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Jesse Nix

Criminal defense lawyer

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Staci Visser

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Steven Burton

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Jason Schatz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Adam Alba

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Patrick Burt

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Robert Cummings

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Criminal Defense Attorney, Best of Northern Utah 2024

2023

Criminal Defense, Best of Northern Utah 2023

2022

Criminal Defense Attorney, Best of Northern Utah 2022

2021

Criminal Defense Attorney, Best of Northern Utah 2021

2016

Selected as a Top 40 attorney under the Age of 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Recognition of service, Utah Young Lawyers

2013

Distinguished Service in Insuring Justice & Due Process, Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2010

Completion of Trial Practice Institute, Macon Trial College

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Trial Attorney, Byington & Goble PLLC

2013 - 2016

Trial Attorney, Kipp & Christian P.C.

2009 - 2013

Trial Attorney, Salt Lake Legal Defender Association

2008 - 2009

Legal Clerk, Utah State Courts

Associations

2013 - Present

Utah Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Utah State Bar

Modest Means Committee

2009 - Present

Young Lawyers Association

Committee Member- Modest Means, Outreach

2009 - Present

Salt Lake County Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2020

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

President

2012 - 2013

Utah State Bar

Criminal Defense Section - Chairman

Education

2008

University of San Diego School of Law

Juris Doctorate

2004

Brigham Young University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2021

Presentation

Changes in Utah's Rule 26 Discovery text and enforcement

2020

UADL CLE Luncheon

Considerations of Criminal Liability in Civil Cases

2020

UACDL October Conference

Prosecutorial Misconduct? What it is (and isn't) and what to do about it.

2019

Annual Conference

Panel Moderator

2015

Utah State Bar

Resources for Small Firms

2014

Utah State Bar CLE- Modest Means

Affordable Fee Practice & Limited Scope Engagement of Clients

2013

Utah Bar Spring Conference

Panel Coordinator: Utah Rules of Evidence-proportionality and Brady

Languages

English

Portuguese

Spanish

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