Reviews

Won our ADA/wrongful termination case

Sam and his staff, were excellent! Ours was a case of wrongful termination due to the Americans with Disabilities Act. The case took 3 years to settle and Sam worked tirelessly to help us navigate through the complicated system and produce a positive outcome. His insight and experience throughout the trial process allowed us to receive a large settlement. His closing showed his passion for helping those who have been wronged and seeing justice done. I highly

recommend Sam and his associates to anyone with a wrongful termination or disabilities case.

Jon

July 2025

Excellent

Sam Cordes did excellent work on my employment case. Specifically taking the time to prepare both himself and his client, and then taking more time to make sure everything was in line. His preparation and presentation made all the difference. Highly recommended.

Eli

April 2025

DISTINGUISHED EXPERT

I am pleased to recommend Samuel Cordes & Associates Law Firm. Sam Cordes's high level of integrity and professionalism allows the client to be very confident and comfortable with the

judicial process. Sam is not only thorough but easy to work with and is always willing to take the time to discuss client's concerns and responds promptly to questions. Top notch brilliant attorney,

he came highly recommended and I understand why. Extremely knowledgeable and competent Sam, as well as his associates, is extremely knowledgeable in regards to civil rights law. You can feel their intense devotion to your case from day one. I highly recommend Samuel J Cordes & Associates to anyone looking for representation in civil rights or employment matters.

Sue

June 2011

EXPERT ADVICE

I was very pleased with the professionalism of Mr. Cordes. He was always available to communicate with me and his quick responsiveness was impressive. I am confident in his ability

to manage my case. I would recommend his firm to both family and friends.

Andrea

January 2024

He Helped Me!

After much research, I chose Sam Cordes to represent me in my case, and I was thrilled that I did. Sam immediately put my concerns to rest and made me feel confident that I had made the right

choice in pursuing legal action. Throughout the process he and his staff were supportive and responsive. He constantly prepared me for the next steps in my case and didn’t back down to my

employer’s responses. He alleviated my anxieties along the way because I saw how he confidently handled each situation that arose. His knowledge of employment law is exceptional. If anyone has an employment related legal issue, Sam’s the man!

GJ

January 2025

Excellent

I have nothing but good things to say about Sam Cordes. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, he is also very responsive, supportive and truly on the side of his clients. He provided excellent, detailed advice and promptly and patiently answered all of my many

questions and concerns. I highly recommend him.

Laurel

January 2022

Top employment / employment discrimination litigator

Having Sam Cordes and his firm handling my employment discrimination case gave me great confidence that I was "on the side of the angels." While plaintiffs may generally feel that way, being a victim of age discrimination cannot help but shake one's sense of self. With Sam, I knew

that I was in good hands - as did the defendant in our suit! Sam is the consummate professional, and he gets great results!

William

January 2024

Amazing Advice

This first conversation I had with Mr. Cordes was nearly twenty six years ago after a wrongful termination case. I am not from Pennsylvania, but rather Ohio. I had researched and he consistently came up with the best reviews AND he was also licensed to practice in Ohio. He offered extremely good advice and directed me to other attorneys should I decide to follow

through. What I appreciated about Cordes then and in the following years when I've needed advice for me or for co-workers is that he is honest with his evaluation and is not hesitant to give the straight answers, even when it might be something I'd rather not hear. Not all cases are winnable, even with his expertise, especially if the client doesn't have a good case!

Cindy

January 2019

Dedicated to achieving justice

I recently consulted Mr. Cordes in regards to an age discrimination case I was obviously involved with, and my first positive impression was that he carefully listened to each detail. He asked

thoughtful, pointed questions and did not end the interview until he fully understood the situation. At no time did I feel like I was " on the clock". Sadly, he felt there was no case to be had, but he carefully explained each point of law that led him to that conclusion, so that I left

with a full understanding of what might happen if I ignored his advice and pursued my case with a different attorney. His explanation saved me money, actually! Mr. Cordes' grasp of the

intricacies of employment law and his ability to translate those finer points into "English" was truly impressive. I would highly recommend Mr. Cordes to anyone seeking help with an employment problem!

Anonymous

January 2016

Excellent Attorney

Mr. Cordes is an excellent attorney. He provided tremendous advice and guidance in a very difficult work situation. Not only did he understand the complex legal issues surrounding my employment circumstances, but he was also able to explain to me my options quickly and in a

manner that was very easy to understand.

Simply the best! I could not be more satisfied with the result of my case. I was hesitant to call a lawyer when I was

harassed at work and was not sure that it would be worth pursing. I was impressed with Attorney Cordes' honest and straightforward opinion. He did not just tell me what I wanted to hear, he

explained all of the possible consequences and outcomes of my situation. It was a long process and there were many times that I wanted to quit, but Attorney Cordes and his staff were there for me every step of the way.

Anonymous

September 2015

He's The Best

I am very glad that I choose Mr. Cordes to handle my case against my former employer. He promptly responded to my emails (even on weekends and after business hours). He also took the time to explain the procedure to me and answer any questions I had. I like most people have never sued my employer before and needed someone with experience to get the best result for me. I would highly recommend Mr. Cordes.

Kathryn

September 2023

True Expert

I came to Mr Cordes with a very unusual employment problem. I had been to several other lawyers first and none of them said I had a case. Mr Cordes not only saw a case but he convinced a judge that we were right. I loved how my employer hired a bunch of Harvard lawyers and they lost one thing after another with the judge. The case finally settled for a fair amount. I would never go to anyone else with an employment problem. I can't use my name because the settlement was confidential but my my initials are JD.

Anonymous

August 2024

Thank You!

Sam did a wonderful job with my case against my previous employer. They were wrong and Sam showed them just how wrong they were. Sam got me a large settlement. He is so smart about the

law

Abby

August 2015

Problem Solver Extraordinary!!!!!!

I met Mr. Cordes and had been to other lawyers who said they could not help me. Mr. Cordes listened to what I was saying, and was able to give me answers and then ultimately secure an extremely high settlement--not only was the settlement more than I expected, but working with

Mr. Cordes made my bad situation a lot less stressful. I would highly recommend him.

Anne

August 2015

Excellent representation

Mr. Cordes represented me in an employment discrimination case. He is very knowledgeable about this area of the law. He kept me informed of my case's progress. He was diligent and aggressive in pursuit of my best interests. Mr. Cordes impressed me with his intelligence and

level of preparation. I highly recommend him.

Amy

December 2014

Awesome attorney!

Mr. Cordes is a very caring and compassionate attorney. He listens to his clients and provides them with information that best suits their needs!

RaShon

September 2024

A Great Employment Law Attorney ~ very highly skilled in litigation, discovery, negotiation, and settlement.

Sam is a thoroughly knowledgeable, diligent attorney who represented me superbly well as plaintiff in a civil action against my former employer . . . whose position may be summarized basically as "stonewall" . . . and negotiated a favorable settlement in compensation of my rights.

While I would be pleased to provide my name in this glowing recommendation, part of the settlement (in terms insisted upon by the defendant) includes a prohibition against disclosures concerning the suit.

Anonymous

August 2020

Highly Recommend Attorney Cordes

I contacted Attorney Cordes to represent me in a "Failure to Hire" discrimination case against a major retailer. I was told by others I definitely had a case and was entitled to a settlement. After contacting Attorney Cordes, and explaining my case, he informed me that he felt my case was

worth substantially more than what I was originally told. Attorney Cordes was right! Working with Attorney Cordes and his law firm was nothing but a pleasure. Attorney Cordes was friendly, professional, and most importantly experienced. Attorney Cordes was always available to answer

any questions I had. in fact, I emailed Attorney Cordes a question about my case on a Sunday evening, and he responded within minutes with an answer. If I did not understand something, he took the time to explain it to me. I would highly recommend Attorney Samuel Cordes!

John

August 2023

SUCCESSFUL RESULTS

Sam Cordes is an excellent lawyer to work with in that he is passionate, thorough, and is always thinking ahead. Being subjected to the judicial system with my divorce and seeing the enormous

stress and the possible dishonest tactics from the opponent, I knew the qualities mentioned were a must! Sam has a rye sense of humor and will keep you on your toes, which is a good thing. I tend to be on the timid side and had to adjust, but didn't mind because deep down knew Sam was the right lawyer for my discrimination case. I was kept abreast of what to expect, especially when dealing with corporate lawyers and how they operate. My case was won and I received my back pay as well as returned to my position in the company. I am presently top in sales for the Pittsburgh area and need to thank Sam and his professional highly qualified staff for helping to make this possible. When Sam was referred to me, he was referred to as the "Bull Dog". Sam's passion for acquiring the truth, achieving his clients successful outcome, and his expertise is how he was awarded his well deserved nick name. If these are the qualities pursued, then Sam is your

lawyer. Success is a great thing!

Anonymous

Atty. Sam Cordes is highly recommended for employment related issues.

Sam represented myself and two former colleagues of mine in a State Civil Service Appeal as well as a Gender discrimination suit. It was a long ordeal, he was accessible, practical, patient with us and our questions and competent, despite our driving him crazy a good deal of the time. I would recommend Sam for any employment related litigation.

Anonymous

PHENOMENAL LAWYER - GREAT PERSON

I met Sam in 1993 on a hot summer afternoon. I was giving up. In the past few months I had visited almost 20 lawyers in Pittsburgh, trying to find someone, anyone, to take my case. The few

attorneys who'd shown ANY interest wanted 2 or 3 grand up front. Money I didn't have. After all, the reason I was seeking help is because I felt I had been unfairly let go from my job. I was

passionate about what I believed was real injustice. Nonetheless, I had promised myself that Sam's office would be my last stop. I was worn out from trying...and sick of repeating a story that broke my heart. Anyway, on this fateful day, an attorney a few blocks away had turned me down

but suggested I try Sam at his office on Ft Pitt Boulevard; and said Sam was a great lawyer who would sometimes step in, and take a tough cases other lawyers would not touch. Imagine my surprise, when after only about a 20 minute conversation at his office, Sam said, "I like your case.

I'll take your case, and at no charge." Fast forward a couple of years, to a federal courtroom in Pittsburgh, and it was on! I watched Sam Cordes state my case, with a brilliance dramatic flare I'd thought before happens in the movies. Richard Gere. Matthew McConaughey. You know the names. I'll tell you what. It became clear to me that Directors and Screen Writers watch the few courtroom masters like Sam when they want to recreate the best of what a quality trial attorney

does. And in my case, it was Sam's "best"...that touched the minds and hearts of that Jury, who not only decided on my behalf, but called for a monetary award of a size that made national news. I won't say much more here, but I am sure that Sam will know exactly the case I'm talking about, and be happy to share more if you're fortunate enough to visit him for legal consultation. And feel free to have him put you in touch with me, should you still have any doubts. Sam is

honest, tough, caring, and takes cases he believes in from the heart. That's why he wins so much, even against huge powerful firms the other guys are afraid to face, or go the distance with. It's also why Sam and I became dear friends, as we are to this day. I just shake my head at the few pity-partiers among these reviews who have less kind things to say. But I know better. For 3 solid

years...I was there.

Ron Chavis

February 2016