About George A.
George A. Samuel earned his law degree from Columbia Law School in 2007 after completing a bachelor's degree in philosophy at Tufts University in 2002. His academic record reflects a sustained engagement with analytical questions. He studied philosophy as an undergraduate and then turned to the law for graduate work, a background that informs a methodical approach to legal problems.
After Columbia, Samuel joined Cooley Godward Kronish LLP as an associate. He worked on matters for corporate clients and collaborated with senior counsel on complex transactional and advisory assignments. His time at the firm exposed him to the demands of large-firm practice, including intensive document review, negotiation, and deal structure work. Colleagues recall his clarity in drafting and his steady handling of time-sensitive projects.
Samuel’s professional experience centers on firm-side practice. He has balanced client service with internal firm responsibilities, participating in team-based matters that required coordination across practice groups. His training at a national firm gave him practical exposure to corporate processes, regulatory considerations, and client communications. He built practical skills in managing multiple matters and in preparing materials for negotiations and approvals.
Admitted to practice in both California and New York, Samuel brings a bicostal credential set to his work. That dual admission gives him flexibility to serve clients with interests in either jurisdiction. He approaches legal problems with an emphasis on clear analysis and careful drafting. He has navigated the procedural and substantive requirements of two state bars and the professional expectations of large law firms.
Samuel currently practices law in California and New York. He continues to apply the skills developed through his education and early firm experience to serve clients across those jurisdictions.
