Sam Lawrence Williams

Sam Lawrence Williams, Entertainment Attorney in Seattle, Washington

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation

Associate AttorneyatHan Santos Pllc

Seattle, WA

Practicing entertainment in Seattle since 2010.

16+
Years practicing
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Sam Lawrence Williams is an associate attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Sam has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Han Santos Pllc.

Based in
Seattle, WA
Experience
over 16 years
Known for
Entertainment · IP · Litigation
  • Handles Entertainment, IP, and Litigation matters from Seattle, WA.
  • Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Sam Lawrence Williams: Sam Lawrence Williams is an associate attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Sam has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Han Santos Pllc.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Sam takes on

Sam concentrates on entertainment, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Seattle, Washington

Sam takes entertainment matters in Seattle, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sam agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Seattle, Washington

Sam takes ip matters in Seattle, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sam agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Seattle, Washington

Sam takes litigation matters in Seattle, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sam agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Sam Lawrence Williams — entertainment lawyer in Seattle

Sam Lawrence Williams is an associate attorney based in Seattle, WA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Sam has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Han Santos Pllc.

Sam Lawrence Williams is a lawyer practicing patent preparation and prosecution, litigation, licensing and 1 other area of law. Sam received a B.S. degree from Columbia University in 2002, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sam practices at Han Santos PLLC in Seattle, WA and 1 other location.

Sam's approach to entertainment cases

Sam Lawrence Williams is a lawyer practicing patent preparation and prosecution, litigation, licensing and 1 other area of law. Sam received a B.S. degree from Columbia University in 2002, and has been licensed for 16 years. Sam practices at Han Santos PLLC in Seattle, WA and 1 other location.

Clients Sam works with

Sam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and litigation matters in Seattle and the surrounding Washington area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Maryland Baltimore, Francis King Carey School of Law

    J.D. · 2009

  • Columbia University

    B.S. Electrical · 2002

Jurisdictions

Sam's state bar admissions

  • District of Columbia

    2012 · ACTIVE

  • Maryland

    2010 · ACTIVE

Sam studied at J.D. in University of Maryland Baltimore, Francis King Carey School of Law and B.S. Electrical in Columbia University.

Law school and academic background

Sam completed J.D. in University of Maryland Baltimore, Francis King Carey School of Law and B.S. Electrical in Columbia University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sam runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Sam Lawrence Williams's office in Seattle

Sam's primary office is at 500 Union Street, Suite 800, Seattle, WA, 98101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Han Santos Pllc

500 Union Street, Suite 800

Seattle, WA 98101

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Hiring guide

How to hire Sam Lawrence Williams — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Sam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sam'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; Sam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Seattle, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Sam

Sam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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. Sam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Sam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Sam Lawrence Williams

  • How much does it cost to hire Sam for a entertainment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Sam offer a free consultation?

    Sam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sam's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Sam's current terms during booking.

  • How long do entertainment cases in Washington typically take?

    Simple entertainment 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. Sam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Sam take my case if I'm outside Seattle?

    Sam is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sam 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 Sam?

    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. Sam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Sam accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    Sam'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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