Samuel M. Pender

Practice Areas

Adoptions; Adult Guardianship/Conservatorship; Business Organization and Operation; Civil and Commercial Litigation; Creditor’s Rights; Bankruptcy (Creditor side); Elder Law; Estate Planning and Administration; Firearm Rights Restoration; Foreclosures; Landlord/Tenant; Real Estate Transactions; Uncontested Divorce.

Sam is a seasoned civil litigator with extensive experience representing clients in numerous jurisdictions throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. Since joining the firm in September 2021, Sam has handled a wide range of complex civil litigation matters, including business disputes, creditor’s rights, foreclosures, and real estate conflicts. His practice also encompasses estate planning and administration, landlord/tenant issues, adoptions, and uncontested divorce cases, providing clients with comprehensive legal solutions.

Sam became a partner in January 2024, reflecting his dedication to client advocacy and his proven track record in achieving favorable outcomes. His litigation experience spans trial courts across Virginia, where he is known for his strategic approach, meticulous preparation, and commitment to protecting his clients’ interests.

Place of Birth

Charlotte, North Carolina

Education

Catawba Valley Community College (A.S. 2012)

Liberty University (B.S. 2014)

Liberty University School of Law (J.D. 2017)

Admitted to Bar

Virginia State Bar

U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia

Previous Experience

• Prior to law school: Neurodiagnostic and Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist (2002 – 2007); Law Enforcement, North Carolina Department of Public Safety (2007 – 2013)
• During law school: internship with the Bedford County Attorney's Office (2015); internship with the Appomattox County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office (2016 – 2017)
• Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Rockingham County/City of Harrisonburg (2018 – 2019)
• Associate Attorney, Big Valley Law, PLLC (2019 – 2021)