Mary-Elizabeth Marguerite Sampsel

Mary-Elizabeth Marguerite Sampsel

also known as Marybeth Sampsel

4.6
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Kalispell, MT
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

Kalispell, MT

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Licensed in Montana for 17 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 2008

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Law Offices of Mary-Elizabeth Marguerite Sampsel

Kalispell, MT

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Mary-Elizabeth Marguerite Sampsel's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patty | May 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

Great Work!

I hired Mary Beth to represent me with an appeal. She was candid and honest about the cost and timeline. She guessed how long it would take almost exactly. It is clear she knows her stuff when it comes to appeals!

Posted by Sarah | July 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She Heard Me and Helped

I cannot thank Marybeth enough for her outstanding support and advocacy during my child custody case. She is an amazing attorney who is dedicated to helping children and families navigate through the complex family law system. When I left my husband after years of abuse it felt like no one believe...d what I had gone through and was still experiencing. Then I met Marybeth. Not only did she take the time to hear me, she made sure everyone else knew what he did to me. She fought tirelessly to protect me and my child, and make sure that our voices were heard in court. Marybeth is a compassionate and caring lawyer who understands the emotional toll that family law cases can take on children. She was always available to answer my questions and provided me with the guidance and support that I needed. I highly recommend Marybeth to anyone who is seeking a family law attorney who will listen to victims and put their child's needs first. She is an excellent lawyer who truly cares about the mothers and children she represents. If you want someone who will fight for you, Marybeth is the one to call.

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Incredibly Talented Attorney

I sought out Marybeth because I needed an experienced family law attorney that specialized in appeals, and from the start she never ceased to amaze me with her knowledge and character. She took on my case even though it felt seemingly impossible and incredibly complicated, and was able to turn around... a situation that I genuinely never thought would get sorted out in a way that was fair to the kids and myself. For that I will be eternally grateful. She fiercely advocated for my kids and I. She empathized with me and listened patiently to all of my concerns, yet she still kept everything professional and matter-of-fact. Instead of an appeal like I'd originally wanted, she thought of options that I didn't even know existed with better possible outcomes. She continuously came up with brilliant ideas that ultimately led to where we are today. Marybeth is incredibly talented at what she does, and it's clear that she's very respected by others in her field. Watching her at work during a hearing was truly mesmerizing -- she is on top of her game at all times. She considers all options and is an expert at playing devil's advocate, so there were very few surprises along the way. I could go on forever but I'll leave it at this -- Marybeth is a top-of-the-line attorney and anyone would be lucky to have her on their side.

Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody case

Hired her for a custody case. We did not want to settle because of the parenting plan. She told us it was our choice, but was constantly pressuring us to settle. Said the judge would give us a worse plan. Never wanted to litigate, wanted to take what was offered. Because of settling our child has co...mpletely changed personalities due to those decisions and choices.

Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Out of area help

I live in Canada and hired Marybeth to help me with some complex custody issues. I was lucky to find someone familiar with the issues and with the technology to be able to assist me from a long distance. I would recommend her to anyone.

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Mary-Elizabeth Marguerite Sampsel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ronald Burdge

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I gladly endorse attorney Sampsel. She has a solid reputation and knows the law, gets praise from her clients and other lawyers as well. If you have a Domestic Relations question, she is your answer. I recommend her to you."

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Paul Sullivan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Marybeth is an expert in the field of Family Law and Dissolution and a compassionate advocate for her clients."

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Paul Sullivan

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2014

VIP Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional Women

2014

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2012

Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, Northwest Montana Bar Association

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Measure, Sampsel, Sullivan & O'Brien, P.C.

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Lonnevik Law Firm

Associations

2012 - Present

Montana Bar Association Board of Trustees

Trustee

2012 - Present

Montana Bar Association CLE Institute

Member

2012 - Present

American Association of University Women

Member

2011 - Present

Kiwanis

2010 - Present

Montana Bar Association Professionalism Committee

Member

2008 - Present

Northwest Montana Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

University of Rutgers School of Law

J.D.

2005

The University of Montana

B.A.

Languages

English

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