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Biography
Dan Samas has been an attorney since 1995, when he first began defending clients who received speeding and traffic tickets. The motorists Dan initially represented were mainly taxi drivers, whose livelihood was often at stake. He has successfully represented thousands of motorists in speeding/ traffic ticket cases. Dan believes that a contributing factor to his success as a traffic defense lawyer comes from understanding the prospective of the prosecution. On the prosecutor’s side, Dan Samas worked for both a Federal District Judge in Manhattan and the District Attorney’s office.
Unlike other speeding/ traffic defense attorneys who chose to focus on several areas of law and are sometimes spread thin, civil speeding and traffic defense is the Law Offices of Dan Samas' sole practice area. This has allowed Dan to develop a deeper understanding of traffic procedures and case law.
Dan Samas knows the importance of understanding the needs of clients and that the attorney client relationship is built on trust. In response, The Law Offices of Dan Samas offers free consultations and always charges a very reasonable flat fee for every civil speeding/ traffic case no matter how many attorney appearances are required (our clients usually do not appear in traffic court, saving them valuable time). The Law Offices of Dan Samas will fight to keep your speeding/ traffic ticket off of your DOL driving record so your insurance premiums remain in check
Dan has been selected as a Top 100 trial lawyer by National Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state in the nation who meet stringent qualifications. Dan recently served as Chair of the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) Rules for Appeal of Decisions of Courts of Limited Jurisdiction Subcommittee and has previously served as a member of the WSBA Infraction Rules Subcommittee (an organization that proposes statewide changes to the rules for traffic infractions). In addition to being a licensed attorney in Washington, New York, and the District of Columbia, Dan Samas earned his MBA at Purdue University and his bachelors degree in Applied Economics and Business Management from Cornell University. The Law Offices of Dan Samas serves all of greater Seattle including King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties.
Over 3,600 Five Star Reviews. Thousands of tickets dismissed! Practicing since '95.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
100%
31 years | 7,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Awards
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14
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 16 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 31 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Dan Samas
(833) 256-7098
Mobile
400 NW Gilman Blvd #637, Issaquah, WA, 98027
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1625 E 72nd. St. Ste 700-240, Tacoma, WA, 98404
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815 1st Ave Ste 63, Seattle, WA, 98104
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12224 NE Bel Red Rd, Bellevue, WA, 98005
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1815 SW Campus Dr, Federal Way, WA, 98023
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Practice Areas
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3028)
Lawsuits & Disputes (258)
Criminal Defense (109)
Car Accidents (68)
Litigation (18)
Insurance (6)
DUI & DWI (4)
Juvenile (3)
Expungement (2)
Administrative Law (1)
Appeals (1)
Business (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Employment & Labor (1)
Family (1)
Motorcycle Accident (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Transportation (1)
Trucking Accident (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (3225)
Recommendation (1206)
Advocacy (1146)
Responsiveness (990)
Communication Style (952)
Practice Area Knowledge (788)
Professionalism (772)
Cost of Services (452)
General Knowledge (203)
Character & Conduct (192)
Trustworthiness (187)
Punctuality (85)
Compassion (55)
Free Consultations (23)
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Posted by Caleen | March 04, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Awesome Experience
I needed a great lawyer for a speeding ticket. I looked through the Avvo website for 5* lawyers. It was between two lawyers, and after speaking with Dan Samas, via telephone, I made my decision & chose Dan Samas. Dan was personable, extremely knowledgeable, and patient with my questions. He di...
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015
Excellent Lawyer!!!
From the initial call, Dan was very responsive and kept me informed every step of the way. Couldn't have asked better lawyer! So glad that I found him. Thanks Dan! Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a trustworthy and knowledgeable lawyer in town!
Posted by G. Hudson Lyman | December 16, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Super-Star Attorney Dan Samas - - - I highly recommend him.
Dan was outstanding in serving me - - - best of the 4 attorney experiences over span of 25 years. 1) Dan was prompt (called me within 1.5 hours of my request message to him), very courteous (listened well and explained his approach well). 2) Dan demonstrated his superb competence, legal knowledg...
Posted by Donna | December 03, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Exactly as promised!
My case ended in a complete dismissal. I am very happy with the service provided. I was ticketed for 11 miles over the posted speed in a school zone. I was just following the flow of traffic and was unfamiliar with the area. I was told what would happen and the possible outcomes. Right before the...
Posted by Dustin | November 18, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very Professional & Effective Lawyer
I hired Dan to represent me in a contested hearing for a speeding violation. He was always very responsive, knowledgeable and professional. I did not have to attend my court date as Dan represented me and had my speeding ticket dismissed. Excellent lawyer and would recommend to anyone in a similar si...
Dan J. Samas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
Terence McEnally
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Sep 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"In addition to being a practicing lawyer, I am the founder of a consumer-to-lawyer e-commerce site called BernieSez.com. Dan and others like him see that this solution makes sense for the consumer and the practitioner as well. Dan is a forward-thinking man not afraid to embrace the advantages and efficiencies of modern technology. We need more like him in our profession. Highest kudos!"
"I have known Dan for a number of years as we both appear regularly in Traffic Court. He is always extremely well prepared, knowledgeable of the specific court in which we are appearing and very attentive to the needs of his clients. An excellent attorney."
"Dan is a gifted attorney who fights tirelessly for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone."
Roberto Yranela
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dan is an extremely knowledgeable attorney and one of the best in the area of traffic infractions. I endorse this lawyer."
"If you need a traffic ticket attorney, you are well served with Dan on your side."
"I endorse Mr. Samas."
"I endorse this lawyer. Since Dan exclusively handles traffic tickets, he is extremely knowledgeable about the law, the courts, and the prosecutors. I have seen him in court on many occasions and he has always been an outstanding advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Joseph Schodowski
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Samas represents clients in civil traffic infraction matters in King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties. I would recommend that you call him to discuss your case. If you want to contested the infraction against you, give his office a call for a free consultation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Samas is the finest speeding ticket attorney in his state. He has an outstanding reputation for achieving inredible results. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a true credit to the legal profession. I highly reccomend his legal services."
"I hired Dan to take over a traffic ticket of my own that I was defending, and it was the best decision I could have made. I was impressed by the responsiveness and communication that Dan provided to me as his client, and... the ticket was dismissed completely."
"I have watched Dan in court a number of times and am always amazed at the passion and expertise he brings to every case. He is an absolute professional."
"Dan provides outstanding professional service to his clients, bringing over a decade and a half of experience to the table to achieve the best possible resolution. Having worked at a busy prosecutor's office, and for a federal trial Judge, he truly has the full spectrum of legal background. Dan earns the highest possible endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan goes the extra mile for his clients. Dan has his clients best interests at heart, and I do not hesitate to recommend Dan to anyone looking for a lawyer to handle a traffic ticket."
"When distance prohibits me from being able to represent a client, I refer to Mr. Samas. I place great trust in him that he will treat our clients with the same level of care that we would use and we have never been diasppointed. In my opinion, he does a great job."
Katherine Squires
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dan is someone who is highly intelligent, with high integrity, who cares about the needs of others and his clients. I have known Dan for a year now and find him to be very conscience. He puts 100% into every thing he does and he would be the first person I would recommend if someone I knew needed help."
Christopher Small
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Apr 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer
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Commercial real estate lawyer
Joseph Schodowski
DUI and DWI lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2022
Clients Choice, Avvo
2021
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2020
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2019
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2018
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2017
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2016
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
BBB Law Frim Rating A+ (Highest Possible), Better Business Bureau
2014
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2013
BBB Law Frim Rating A+ (Highest Possible), Better Business Bureau
2013
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2012
BBB Law Frim Rating A+ (Highest Possible), Better Business Bureau
2012
Client's Choice - Speeding Tickets, AVVO
2000
P & G Scholar, P & G
Associations
2016 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Rules for Appeal of Decisions of Courts of Limited Jurisdiction SubcommitteeChair
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Court Rules and Procedures CommitteeExecutive Committee Member
Washington State Bar Association
Member
2015 - 2015
Washington State Bar Association, Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction SubcommitteeSubcommittee Member
2015 - 2016
Washington State Bar Association Subcommittee XSubcommittee member
2014 - 2015
Washington State Bar Association, Court Rules and Procedures CommitteeExecutive Committee Member (Alternate)
Sample of Legal Cases
Numerous speeding/ traffic tickets
Case Dismissed
Education
2000
Purdue University
MBA
1994
Albany Law School of Union University
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Cornell University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
KOMO News 4 Live Interview on Speeding and Traffic Tickets
How to Beat Speeding Tickets, Advice from a REAL Lawyer
2010
Networking Breakfast
Traffic Ticket Attorney Practice Legal Overview
Publications
2011
News on Traffic and Speeding Tickets
Washington Traffic Ticket Defenses You Probably Shouldn’t Use
2011
News on Traffic and Speeding Tickets
Want a Really Expensive Ticket?- Don't Pull Over Right Away
2010
Why Experienced Traffic Lawyers in King, Snohomish, and Pierce County always ask for discovery
Discovery for Traffic and Speeding Tickets in Washington State
2010
Marysville Snohomish County Washington Speeding Tickets
Why you should know local court rules
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Dan earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does a ticket have to be physicaly signed in washington state ????
17 Feb 2011
Q&A
Whats the RCW reguarding modified exhaust in Washington State?
15 Feb 2011