John Samore

John Samore has dedicated nearly thirty years to providing professional competence and personal service in the legal field. Initially practicing general law for a decade, Mr. Samore shifted his focus to two demanding areas: families in crisis and defending individuals accused of criminal conduct.

His passion for law was inspired by his father, Edward, who practiced for 57 years. Both father and son are alumni of the University of Iowa College of Law. Admitted to the New Mexico Bar in 1989, Mr. Samore has successfully represented almost 1,000 clients in criminal defense and managed 300 family law cases, which include divorce, child custody, child support, and time-sharing. His clients achieve favorable outcomes at trial, pre-trial, and appellate levels, thanks to his commitment to working closely with them and respecting their personal struggles.

Mr. Samore has been actively involved in various professional organizations. He has served as a member or officer in the Medical Review Panel, New Mexico Criminal Defense Attorney Association, and the state bar. He has also held leadership positions, including Chair of the Medical Review Panel and New Mexico Criminal Defense Attorney Association, and served on the Professionalism Committee for nine years and the Fee Arbitration Committee for sixteen years.

Holding a Master's Degree in Business Labor Law and a J.D. from the University of Iowa, Mr. Samore was admitted to the United States Supreme Court in 1981 and the New Mexico Bar in 1989. He is a sought-after speaker on topics like trial practice, minority representation, and defending DWI.