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Samantha J Hazel
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Biography
Samantha Hazel brings a wealth of experience to every family law case. With a diverse professional background, Samantha leverages a unique skillset to advocate for her clients.
Before becoming a family law attorney, Samantha worked in medical malpractice law, personal injury defense, medical research and health insurance policy, and as a criminal prosecutor with the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office. She also earned an MBA. Samantha ultimately chose to focus her practice on family law, so she could direct her energy and skills toward representing people facing personal hardship.
“Family law touches what is most elemental to all of us – our relationship with our kids, our sense of financial security, and even our self-confidence,” says Samantha. “My clients seek excellent advocacy as well as someone to help them through what is often a very difficult and stressful time. I provide that.”
Samantha concentrates her practice on high asset divorce, high conflict divorce, and contested child custody issues. She has also handled several cases involving domestic violence and false allegations of abuse. She is highly regarded for her courtroom skills and dedication to her clients.
“In every case, I give my client detailed information on the laws relevant to their issue and the steps we take to deal with it. In some cases, the best approach is mediation and reaching a settlement – but I also let them know that when some issues cannot be settled, we (my firm and I) are well equipped to represent them if trial is necessary.”
Samantha is a court-appointed representative of children and a former president, vice president, and treasurer of the Clackamas County Bar Association. She also serves on the Oregon Humane Society’s Board of Trustees and is a member of their Thomas Lamb Eliot Circle.
As a native Oregonian, Samantha takes full advantage of the Northwest’s natural beauty. She enjoys skiing, hiking, and running with her beloved dog, a rescued Standard Poodle named Quinn. Samantha is committed to helping animals, and is very proud of her work with the Oregon Humane Society. She is also an avid fan of the Ducks football program.
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Licensed in Oregon for 24 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2001
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Posted by Greg | June 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Divorce
This was an emotion charged case with high publicity potentiality. And that’s what Ms Hazel worked with great skill to avoid. Her counsel was always spot on. She was terrific. The outcome was fair and just. I recommend her without reservation.
Posted by Shealyn | March 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing Attorney
I have been dealing with an extremely manipulative Ex and his family who have spent years bullying me and my special needs child through the court system . Samantha took the time to understand the ultimate goal, didn't allow them to bully anymore and even got the other lawyer called out for malicious...
Posted by Tina | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Really knew her stuff
I hired Samantha to represent me on a restraining order. She kept our hearing narrowly focused and educated our judge on the issues and how the law applied to my case. She really kept the other lawyer in line with objections! I was so relieved that the court upheld the order. I am really glad she...
Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Samantha is a great advocate for divorcees.
Sam is brilliant. Sam having a law degree, a MBA, and extensive experience in family law makes her an excellent choice for an attorney. Sam will not tell you what you want to hear; she will tell what is worth spending money on and what you can win in divorce proceedings. Sam's pragmatism was...
Posted by Chris | August 13, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended
Samantha Hazel represented me when I got a contentious divorce from my husband. She has a determined and effective attitude. There was a substantial amount of property and intricate legal issues with the trust & other common properties. In addition to a law degree Samantha has a MBA. She was able to...
Samantha J Hazel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Samantha. She is a smart and dedicated advocate who brings a strong sense of compassion to her clients as they work to re-configure their family situations."
"Samantha is a zealous advocate and she leaves no stone unturned in representing her clients. I endorse this attorney."
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"I have known Sam for quite some time. She has always been extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I have referred many clients needing a divorce to her over the years, and she has achieved excellent outcomes."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Samantha Hazel is a fantastic advocate for her clients and knows the law well. She knows how judges and courts operate and can think strategically rather than by the book."
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Experience
Work Experience
2017 - 2017
Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2014 - 2017
Senior Associate Attorney, Yates Family Law, PC
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, PC
2012 - 2013
Partner Attorney, Soriano & Hazel, P.C.
2000 - 2002
Prosecutor, Clackamas County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
Oregon Humane SocietyMember, Board of Trustees
2007 - Present
Clackamas County Bar Association, CLE CommitteeMember
2001 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
Clackamas County Bar Association
Member
Multnomah County Bar Association
Member
2013 - 2013
Clackamas County Bar AssociationJudicial Selection Committee
2012 - 2013
Clackamas County Bar AssociationPresident
2011 - 2011
Clackamas County Bar AssociationVice President
2005 - 2005
Clackamas County Bar AssociationTreasurer
Education
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University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
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University of Utah, David Eccles School of Business
MBA - Master of Business Administration
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Whitman College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2013
The Stahancyk Insider
When Should Kids "Lawyer Up?"
Languages
English