Samuel B. Burke

Samuel B. Burke: Attorney with Alagood Cartwright Burke PC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Champion Badge Reviewed
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Biography

Sam Burke received his board certification in Civil Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been honored by his peers and legal publications throughout his legal career. Sam was named a "Texas Rising Star" in General Litigation as published by Thomson Reuters for Texas Monthly Magazine 2008 - 2013. In 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013, Sam received the prestigious AV Preeminent rating (Top) by Martindale-Hubbell and was recognized as one of the Top 40 Trial Lawyers Under 40 in Texas by the National Trial Lawyers Organization.

Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, Texas Board Of Legal Specialization

Areas of Practice (23)

  • Business Law
  • Civil Practice
  • Commercial Law
  • Consumer Law
  • Contracts
  • Condemnation
  • Inverse Condemnation
  • Land Annexation
  • Property Rights
  • Collections
  • Eminent Domain
  • Fraud and Deceit
  • General Practice
  • Government
  • Government Contracts
  • Insurance Defense
  • Insurance
  • Libel, Slander and Defamation
  • Litigation
  • Personal Injury
  • Products Liability
  • Property Law
  • Zoning, Planning and Land Use

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Austin College, Liberal Arts, 1995
Law School Attended:
Texas Tech University, J.D., 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Texas; 2000, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Memberships:
Denton County Bar Association (Director, 2000-2001; Member, Judiciary Committee, 1999-2000); State Bar of Texas; Texas Young Lawyers Association of Greater Denton County (President, 2001-2002); College of the State Bar of Texas
Birth Information:
Denton, Texas, April 14, 1973
Certifications:
Board Certified in Civil Trial Law, Texas Board Of Legal Specialization
ISLN:
914293550

Payment Information

Fixed Hourly Rates
$250 - $350/hr
Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Other, Visa
Other Information
Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (17 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 12/16/11 in Appellate Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 11/14/11 in Contracts

    Sam Burke is always professional, well-prepared, and does an excellent job representing his clients. He researches the issues and knows them very well when he appears in court.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 11/14/11 in Legal Malpractice Defense

    Sam Burke has a general civil practice, with a focus on civil litigation, personal injury etc. He represented me in a legal malpractice case and did an excellent job. Sam has excellent communication skills and is an excellent, skilled attorney, wi... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/14/11 in Mineral Rights

    Sam is a good lawyer. He is conscientious and very professional. His presence in the courtroom before judge and jury is well received.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/11/11 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/11/11 in General Practice

    I have referred Sam several clients over the years and he has always done an execellent job. Furthermore, I have hired Sam to represent Denton County in my capacity as an attorney for Denton County. He definately is the goto guy in Denton County for... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 11/11/11 in Litigation

    Sam is an excellent attorney whom I respect immensely.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/11/11 in Oil and Gas Litigation

    I have worked closely with Sam on several cases, including litigation re gas exploration and production activities. I value his judgment, his knowledge of procedure, and his knowledge of the legal community. I consider him wise beyond his years, and... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/11/11 in Civil Litigation

    I have worked closely with Sam on several cases. I value his judgment, his knowledge of procedure, and his knowledge of the legal community. I consider him wise beyond his years, and extremely qualified in litigation. He is always considering strateg... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/11/11 in Civil Litigation

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Contact Information:

940-334-7629  Phone

940-891-0004  Fax

www.dentonlaw.com/attorney/burke-samuel-b

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