Samuel A. "Sam" Newman
About Samuel A. Newman
Samuel A. Newman is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Samuel A. Newman is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 2001 and Georgetown University, BS
Location: San Francisco, CA
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