Atty. S. Shay Samples

Atty. S. Shay Samples

S. Shay Samples is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, products liability law, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (659) 272-8622

Profile Summary

About S. Shay Samples at a glance

S. Shay Samples is a Partner based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Hare Wynn Newell Newton Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1976), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1991). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1976) and University of Alabama (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • S. Shay Samples is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, products liability law, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law
  • S. Shay received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • S. Shay practices at Hare, Wynn, Newell and Newton, LLP in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

S. Shay Samples's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases S. Shay Samples handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

S. Shay Samples is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Alabama →

Wrongful Death

S. Shay Samples is one of 28,053 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

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.

S. Shay Samples is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

Product Liability

S. Shay Samples is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about S. Shay Samples

Where is S. Shay Samples's law office located?
S. Shay Samples's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Hare Wynn Newell Newton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does S. Shay Samples handle?
S. Shay Samples focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has S. Shay Samples practiced law?
S. Shay Samples has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did S. Shay Samples go to law school?
S. Shay Samples earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact S. Shay Samples for a consultation?
You can contact S. Shay Samples directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has S. Shay Samples received?
S. Shay Samples's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1976
B.A.
University of Alabama
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1998

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