Kim Samman, Criminal Defense Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General
AttorneyatMichael & Associates
Houston, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Houston since 2004.
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Kim Samman is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI · General
- Handles Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kim Samman: Kim Samman is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kim takes on
Kim concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, general, and sex crimes. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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DUI/DWI
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General
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Sex Crimes
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Criminal Defense cases in Houston, Texas
Kim takes criminal defense matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Houston, Texas
Kim takes dui/dwi matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
General cases in Houston, Texas
Kim takes general matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
Sex Crimes cases in Houston, Texas
Kim takes sex crimes matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Kim Samman — criminal defense lawyer in Houston
Kim Samman is an attorney based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and General. Kim has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael & Associates.
Houston attorney Kim Samman graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Tyler with a degree in criminal justice. She then received her J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center where she served as the Honor Court Chief Magistrate and as an Associate Board Member of the Advocates. She has been admitted to practice in the state of Texas and before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.
Kim has spent over twenty years defending her clients' rights in criminal courtrooms across Texas. In addition to her firsthand trial and courtroom experience, Kim received extensive training with renowned trial attorney Gerry Spence at the Trial Lawyers College Regional Seminar in Estes Park, Colorado.
Outside of the office, Kim enjoys spending her free time with her husband, three children, and two dogs.
How Kim handles criminal defense matters
Houston attorney Kim Samman graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas at Tyler with a degree in criminal justice. She then received her J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center where she served as the Honor Court Chief Magistrate and as an Associate Board Member of the Advocates. She has been admitted to practice in the state of Texas and before the United States District Court…
Who Kim represents
Kim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, dui/dwi, and general matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University Of Houston
J.D. · 2003
University of Texas at Tyler B.C.J. magna cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Kim's state bar admissions
Texas U.S. Bankruptc
2004 · ACTIVE
Kim studied at J.D. in University Of Houston and — in University of Texas at Tyler B.C.J. magna cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Kim completed J.D. in University Of Houston and — in University of Texas at Tyler B.C.J. magna cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kim runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kim Samman's office in Houston
Kim's primary office is at 2200 Post Oak Blvd., 10th Floor, Houston, TX, 77056. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kim Samman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kim will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kim
Kim discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kim's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kim Samman
How much does it cost to hire Kim for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kim offer a free consultation?
Kim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Kim's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kim take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Kim is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kim will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kim?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kim accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Kim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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