about
Called to the bar in 2018, Sam has appeared in State and Commonwealth courts and tribunals in a variety of practice areas. Sam primarily practices in building and construction, personal injury, torts, and insurance law. Sam is also pleased to accept briefs in general commercial litigation, equity, and other practice areas.
Since being admitted to legal practice in 2012, Sam has prior experience with home warranty insurance claims, consumer law, workers compensation (Comcare), motor vehicle accidents (injury and property damage), professional indemnity and general litigation.
Sam is a member of the South Australian Bar Association and the New South Wales Bar Association and accepts briefs to appear in South Australia and New South Wales.
Sam is an accredited mediator according to the National Mediator Accreditation System (NMAS) and a professional member of the Resolution Institute.
Outside of legal practice, Sam has been a competitive fencer since he was 12 years old and has been involved in the sport as an athlete, coach, referee and was a member of the Australian national selection committee.
Qualifications
Master of Laws – 2017
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Laws – 2011
(2nd Class, Div. A Honours)
The University of Adelaide
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – 2012
Australian National University
Bachelor of International Studies – 2010
The University of Adelaide
Bachelor of Arts (French) – 2010
The University of Adelaide
Admissions
Barrister – 2018
Solicitor – 2012