Mary Samsa

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

29+ years experience

Akerman LLP

Updated: Dec 29, 2025

Contact Information

312-634-5700

https://www.akerman.com/en/people/mary-samsa.html

71 South Wacker Drive, 47th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606

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Bio

Mary Samsa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.Mary, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Mary Samsa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.Mary, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Mary Samsa is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Mary, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Practice Area: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Practice Area: Tax Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

Education

DePaul University, J.D., graduated 1996

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Reviews

Robert Williams

3 months ago

Expertise in Employee Benefits and ERISA

Mary Samsa was an absolute game-changer for our company's employee benefits restructuring. Her deep knowledge of ERISA law and Mergers and Acquisitions tax implications made her the ideal attorney for our high-stakes transaction. The attention to detail in her work and her ability to explain complex legal nuances in clear terms were invaluable. Mary's recognition by Best Lawyers speaks volumes, and her 29 years of experience truly showed in her strategic approach. She ensured compliance while maximizing tax benefits, leading to a seamless transition and significant cost savings. Mary's professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We couldn't have asked for a more skilled and personable attorney to guide us through this complex process.