Atty. David Alan Sams

Atty. David Alan Sams

David Alan Sams is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, civil rights and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

West Jefferson West Jefferson 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About David Alan Sams at a glance

David Alan Sams is a Member based in West Jefferson, Ohio, practicing at David A. Sams. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, zoning, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1991). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1991) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1988). Active member of Columbus and Madison County Bar Associations. Serands clients in West Jefferson, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Alan Sams is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, civil rights and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • David practices at David A. Sams in West Jefferson, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Alan Sams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alan Sams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Alan Sams is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Alan Sams is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Land Use & Zoning

David Alan Sams is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David Alan Sams is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Jefferson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Alan Sams

Where is David Alan Sams's law office located?
David Alan Sams's law practice is located in West Jefferson, Ohio. The firm is David A. Sams. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alan Sams handle?
David Alan Sams focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, zoning, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Alan Sams practiced law?
David Alan Sams has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did David Alan Sams go to law school?
David Alan Sams earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact David Alan Sams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1991
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1991

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