$ 400-400 per hour
About Samuel
Biography
Sam was born and raised in Arizona, attending Saguaro High School and earning his Bachelor’s degree from ASU after serving four years in the United States Army, assigned to 2nd Ranger Battalion. Sam then worked for several years as a process server and licensed private investigator before attending law school. Sam then moved to Spokane, Washington, where he attended Gonzaga University, School of Law. After earning his Juris Doctorate, Sam got married, and started a general law practice in 2006.
Later, Sam moved to Seattle to work as a Pension Investigator for the Employee Benefits Security Administration with the U.S. Department of Labor. As a federal investigator Sam was responsible for analyzing corporate governance practices and compliance with fiduciary duties requiring Sam to review financial statements, investment decisions, and interview high-level corporate officers to determine whether or not they were compliant with ERISA, a highly complex area of federal law. This role offered Sam the financial training he employs today when evaluating the assets and financial portfolios of his clients and the opposing party. In 2016, Sam and his family decided to move back to Arizona.
Since 2006, Sam has represented hundreds of clients across several areas of law. While he prides himself on the use of outside-of-the-box thinking and sound mediation strategies to settle the majority of his client’s cases, Sam has achieved great success in the courtroom as well. Sam never backs away from a challenge. Sam’s life experience and legal training have positioned him perfectly to rise to any legal challenge and to advance his client’s goals.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 9 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Udall Shumway PLC
1138 N. Alma School Rd., Suite 101, Mesa, AZ, 85201
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Samuel Benton Gordon's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excellent attorney
Took time to speak with me and provided me with valuable insight and information. Went above and beyond.
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
consulted Lawyer
Sam was wonderful. During our meeting, not only was he knowledgeable but also incredibly patient, taking time to explain complex legal dynamics in a way I could understand. I could feel that he genuinely seemed to care about my situation, offering my thoughtful, personalized advice that addressed my ...
Posted by Hope | September 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I Highly Recommend Sam Gordon!
Sam Gordon did an amazing job. His calming disposition is just what I needed during this stressful time, but at the same time he was tough and fought for me! He was quick to respond to my calls and emails, and kept me in the loop at all times. Although my ex was in Los Angeles, the process went quick...
Posted by Robert | October 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Communication and Legal Skills
Mr. Gordon has excellent legal skills, but also communication skills. Working with clients who have complex and difficult family law matters, is difficult. Mr. Gordon offers sound counsel, provides precise answers, listens and works with clients to ensure the best outcome is possible; I very much a...
Posted by Erin | July 23, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Mrs.
Sam Gordon was like a refreshing breath of air when I was feeling like I couldn't even breathe through this separation process. I am older now and feeling so alone and with nowhere to turn. But Sam thought logically through the details of my case and gave me exact information about what I n ended to ...
Samuel Benton Gordon's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sam is a zealous advocate for his clients and is very knowledgeable. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Sam. He is a highly skilled attorney and he is well respected in the legal community."
"Sam is one of the smartest and hardest working attorney's I have had the pleasure of working with. Sam specializes in high asset case and complex financial litigation and has a proven track-record of success."
"Sam is an extremely knowledgeable and intelligent attorney. Sam digs deep into client issues to accomplish their goals. Sam is a very effective advocate, yielding great results for his clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Sam is a top-notch attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sam is a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. He gets fantastic results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Sam is the go to lawyer for all things related to Family Law. Sam possesses a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of litigation."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sam is engaged in perhaps the most difficult area of the law to have satisfiied clients - family law. Often such clients are unfamiliar with the legal system and its fustrations and have unrealistic expectations. Such clients are experiencing tremendous stress and a sense of personal failure so it is easy to seek blame in others. Sam may have been the victim of such clients and the more positive client reviews of him would no doubt be more indicative of what to expect from him. From my experience observing him he has consistently displayed professionalism, intelligence, and sensitivity. I would think anyone in need of a family law attorney would be well served by Sam. He displays high creativity and dedication to his profession, qualities lacking in many attorneys. I sense Sam represents unlimited potential to help clients in both traditional litigation and in collaborative cases. I would refer anyone needing a very good attorney to Sam."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Sam is a conscientious and hard-working lawyer, who does his best for his clients. He is thorough and innovative in his approach. Sam leaves no stone unturned in preparing his cases."
"I have known Sam since before we started working together. My decision to join forces with him were based largely on the quality of his work. I knew that I could count on the highest degree of professionalism and that the quality of his work would be outstanding. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have consulted with Sam about some personal family law issues. I felt that Sam had a an excellent undestanding of the complex legal issues involved and I felt comfortable retaining him as my lawyer if needed - which is the highest endorsement I can give another lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Client Champion/Silver, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Litigation Attorney, Udall Shumway
2021 - 2023
Director of Attorney Development, Cantor Law Group
2018 - 2021
Family Law Attorney, Cantor Law Group
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Bellah Perez
2006 - 2016
Litigation Attorney, Various Private Law Firms (Spokane and Seattle)
Associations
2018 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In re the Meretricious Relationship of Jeremy R. Long & David R. Fregeau and Kirsten Fregeau
Court of Appeals reversed trial court's award of portion of my client's 401(k).
Education
2006
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2023
School Administrator Conference
Intersection of Family Law and School Administrators
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I file a motion of discover to get my ex's medical records released to the courts?
26 Nov 2019
Q&A
Have not received child support in over 30 days. Child support enforce. states they are "sending letters". What more can I do?
26 Nov 2019
Q&A
Is a Text Msg agreeing to sell an item for a stated price legally binding?
27 Jan 2012