Biography
Samantha Medina is an associate in the firm’s Litigation practice group providing strategic, results-driven representation for corporate entities across a wide range of complex disputes including breach of contractual obligations, intellectual property disputes, commercial real estate and construction issues, and product liability issues.
A key part of Samantha’s practice focuses on electronic discovery (e-discovery), where she brings experience in managing the identification, preservation, collection and analysis of electronically stored information (ESI). Samantha is adept at navigating the technical complexities of modern data, ensuring clients comply with legal obligations while leveraging digital evidence to strengthen their cases. From developing defensible discovery strategies to managing large-scale document productions, Samantha understands how critical e-discovery is in today’s litigation landscape.
A problem-solver at heart, Samantha combines sharp legal insight with a practical understanding of business operations. She approaches every case with thorough preparation, clear communication, and a relentless work ethic aimed at achieving the best possible outcome.
Background
Prior to joining Armstrong Teasdale, Samantha was an associate at another Miami-area law firm. She previously served as a Certified Legal Intern at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office prosecuting criminal misdemeanor and felony cases. She also gained experience as a Legal Clerk at the Department of Energy’s Y-12 National Security Complex, where she conducted research on intellectual property and compliance matters within the federal regulatory framework.
Education
- University of Tennessee College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 2021)
- Health Law Moot Court Team
- Latino Law Student Association, Secretary
- Student Council on Diversity and Inclusion, Treasurer
- Dean's Advisory Council
- Faculty Committee on Academic Standards and Curriculum
- Student Conduct and Community Standards Department, Advisor
- University of Central Florida (B.A., 2018)
- Political Science
- Political Science Honor Society
- Student Government Association, Senator for College of Sciences
- Alpha Xi Delta Sorority
- Phi Alpha Delta (Pre-Law Fraternity)
Admissions
Professional Activities
- Florida Bar Business Law Section Fellowship Class (2024-2026)
- Florida Bar Electronic Discovery and Digital Evidence Committee, Chair
- Cuban American Bar Association
- Federal Bar Association, Broward Chapter, National Delegate (2023-2024)
Charitable and Civic Involvement
- Jack & Jill Center, Young Professional Network (2021-present)
