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Samuel “Sam” Franklin Vance, IV, Esq.
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Samuel “Sam” Franklin Vance, IV, Esq.

4.8
18 reviews

776 Village Highway, P.O. Box 38, Rustburg, VA 24588

Civil Practice, Real Estate Law, Business Law and 1 more

About Samuel “Sam” Franklin Vance, IV, Esq.

Sam Vance was born in New York, New York but he grew up in Roanoke, Virginia.

Sam is a member of the Virginia State Bar, the Roanoke Bar Association, the Lynchburg Bar Association, Local Government Attorneys of Virginia, and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.

In addition to his law practice, Sam has served as a lecturer and moderator with Virginia Continuing Legal Education and most recently he has served as an Assistant Professor of Law at Virginia Western Community College in Roanoke, teaching corporate law and corporate organizations.

Sam is married to Tracy Hawkins Vance. They have three children: Jack, Clarice and Meredith. In addition to his family, his hobbies include fishing, running and travel.

Education:

Sam graduated from Duke University in 1992 with a degree in Public Policy Studies. Sam then graduated from William and Mary School of Law in 1999 and he was admitted to the Virginia State Bar that same year.

Experience:

Prior to joining Overbey, Hawkins & Wright, Sam practiced law with the Roanoke law firms of Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore (1999 to 2001) and Glenn Feldmann Darby & Goodlatte (2002 to 2009). As well, Sam served as one of the in-house counsel attorneys for Advance Auto Parts, a Fortune 500 company, from 2009 to 2011. Sam’s continuing focus has been in the areas of civil practice, real estate and business law, and local government law. He also assists individuals in a wide variety of areas, with his client’s problem resolution as his chief goal.

 

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July 27, 2020
Hired Attorney Samuel “Sam” Franklin Vance, IV, Esq.

Working with Sam was a great experience - he helped us with our wills and estate planning. He is knowledgeable and was always patient with my many questions. He went out of his way to help us. I would unequivocally recommend Sam Vance.

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July 21, 2020
Hired Attorney Samuel “Sam” Franklin Vance, IV, Esq.

Sam is my go to for legal advice. He has a gift to explain things clearly to clients to where they can understand the law, their predicament, and pathways to the best outcome. He will never rush you, and will stay with you until you feel comfortable. I have sought out legal counsel from Sam for traffic violations, car wrecks, renters and property rights, contracts, and workers rights. I highly recommend doing business with Sam. He will treat you fairly, respectfully, and with the confidence from his experience that he will help you achieve your best possible outcome.

 
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Areas of Law

  • Civil Practice
  • Business Law
  • Other 2
    • Real Estate Law
    • Local Government Law

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    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Contingency Fee: 33%
  • Firm Information
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    Firm Name
    Overbey, Hawkins, Wright & Vance, PLLC
  • Additional Links
    https://overbeylaw.com/bios/samuel-sam-franklin-vance-iv/

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1999, Virginia
    Memberships
    Roanoke Bar Association (Director 2006—)
    Virginia State Bar
    Local Government Attorneys of Virginia.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    College of William and Mary School of Law
    Class of 1999
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Duke University
    Class of 1992
    A.B.

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