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Samuel E. Black is an associate in the Birmingham, Alabama office of Jackson Lewis P.C. His practice focuses on representing employers in workplace law matters, including preventive advice and counseling.

Through his several years of direct courtroom experience, including through oral and written advocacy, as well as his previous experience working in the field of child advocacy and family law, Samuel understands the importance of a strong work ethic, open communication, and meeting individualized client needs, and works to provide the highest quality legal services for his clients.  

Before attending law school, Samuel worked as a child forensic interviewer at the New Orleans Children’s Advocacy Center where he conducted forensic interviews of child survivors of crime and assisted the New Orleans Police Department in the protection and advocacy of children. Following his graduation from law school, he represented clients in family law and estate matters, including pre- and post-judgment custody, child support and custodial issues, divorce, separation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and estate planning.

When not working, Samuel is an avid runner, baker, and traveler.

Credentials

Education
Fordham University School of Law
J.D.
  • Anti-Trafficking Legal Advocacy Society, 1L Representative (2018-2019)
  • Brendan Moore Trial Advocacy Center, Competition Team Member (2019-2020)
  • Fordham University School of Law Dispute Resolution Society, ABA Representation in Mediation Editor/Coach (2020-2021)
  • Fordham University School of Law Dispute Resolution Society, ABA Representation in Mediation Competition Team Member (2019-2020)
  • OUTLaws Student Group, 2L Representative (2019-2020)
Tulane University
B.S.

B.S. in Psychology, Minors in Business and Public Health

Admitted to Practice
Alabama
Professional Associations and Activities
Alabama State Bar
American Bar Association
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children

Fordham University School of Law
J.D.
  • Anti-Trafficking Legal Advocacy Society, 1L Representative (2018-2019)
  • Brendan Moore Trial Advocacy Center, Competition Team Member (2019-2020)
  • Fordham University School of Law Dispute Resolution Society, ABA Representation in Mediation Editor/Coach (2020-2021)
  • Fordham University School of Law Dispute Resolution Society, ABA Representation in Mediation Competition Team Member (2019-2020)
  • OUTLaws Student Group, 2L Representative (2019-2020)
Tulane University
B.S.

B.S. in Psychology, Minors in Business and Public Health

Alabama

Alabama State Bar
American Bar Association
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children