Samantha is licensed to practice law in Washington and graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University School of Law. Samantha grew up in the Chicago Land Area, and has lived in Texas where her husband was stationed at Fort Hood. Prior to moving to Seattle in 2014, Samantha held office on the City Council as an Alderman. She has been a board member on several administrative and non-profit boards. In her free time, Samantha enjoys hiking, traveling, CrossFit and spending time with her toddler twins, husband and Shiba Inu, Harvey, who is often seen prancing around the office!