Samuel C. "Sam" Kauffman
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010 About Samuel C. Kauffman
Samuel C. Kauffman is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Samuel C. Kauffman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Kauffman Kilberg LLC
Education: Willamette University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Portland, OR
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