First Admitted: 2014, California

Bar/Professional Activity:

Videos:

What sets me apart from other attorney is, I really get to know the facts of your case. My strategy is normally a mix of compassion and determination but it is not just about the one day in court. It's about the life of your case and understanding what you need to do to really have a tight family unit that gets in and out of family law court so you can move on with your life., What are some qualities that make you stand out as an attorney?, 2024
My own determination keeps me going in family law and it's really my "why". I have always been very focused and incredibly passionate about being good at things and family law is just a niche for me. It makes sense and I know it might sound corny but I really do enjoy learning the law and being a better attorney so that I can be a better attorney for my clients., What are some qualities that make you stand out as an attorney?, 2024
Holstrom, Block & Parke is a premier family law firm and it deals with a lot of different areas of law. I practice in family law, custody, divorce, support issues, and I really do it all. Custody is near and dear to my heart and by far the thing I'm most passionate about., What part of family law is most important to you?, 2024

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Honors/Awards:

Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2022
Dean’s Honors List, University of California Riverside
CALI Award Bette and Wylie Aitken Family Protection Clinic, Chapman School of Law, 2010
Dean’s Honors List, University of California Riverside, 2011
The Commitment to Service Award, Chapman University, 2014
CALI Award Criminal Procedure, Chapman School of Law, 2014
Minor’s Counsel Certification, San Diego County Bar Association, 2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2023
Award acknowledging acheivement with clients, Clients' Choice, Avvo, 2017
The Corona Chamber of Commerce of Corona selected its 40 Best & Brightest Under 40 entreprenuers and high achievers in the community. The award recognized early achievements, passion, and a willingness to give back to our community, according to the Chamber. Members come from city government, health care, education, finance, real estate, and the nonprofit world., 40 Best & Brightest Under 40, Corona Chamber of Commerce, 2018
Award acknowledging acheivement with clients, Clients' Choice, Avvo, 2018
Award for the 10 Best by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2017
Award for the 10 Best by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2018

Educational Background:

Chapman University School of Law - Juris Doctor, 2014
University of California, Riverside - Bachelor of Arts Philosophy/Sociology, 2011

Scholarly Lectures/Writings:

California Lawyer Magizine-Phone Consults: An Efficient Tool for "Closing" Clients

Samantha McBride