Atty. Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz

Atty. Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz

Samuel M. Hurwitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law.

Call (203) 772-2600

Profile Summary

About Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz at a glance

Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz is a tax attorney based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Brenner, Saltzman & Wallman LLP. Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1983). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven) (2024), and Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven) (2022). Serves clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Samuel M. Hurwitz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law
  • Samuel M., who practices law in New Haven, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2007
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samuel M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Haven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Connecticut attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New Haven or all attorneys in Connecticut.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz

Where is Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz's law office located?
Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Brenner, Saltzman & Wallman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz handle?
Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
Where did Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz go to law school?
Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz earned their education at (J.D., 1983).
How can I contact Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz for a consultation?
You can contact Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz 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 Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz received?
Samuel M. "Sam" Hurwitz's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven); Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven); Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven).

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1983

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (New Haven)
- 2015

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.