Bobby Samini

Bobby Samini is a nationally recognized trial lawyer with more than twenty-five years of experience in media-sensitive business litigation, entertainment-related disputes, and representation for members of sovereign families. His practice includes complex strategy, courtroom advocacy, and public communication for clients involved in high-profile and sensitive legal matters.

Bobby earned his J.D. from The Ohio State University, College of Law, and his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Southern California. His education supports a practice built on litigation strategy, careful client service, and clear communication in business, entertainment, and international legal matters.

Bobby has served as lead counsel in many multi-million dollar trials involving parties such as the National Basketball Association, TMZ, Zillow, and Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. He has represented prominent clients, including Donald Sterling, DJ Paul of Three 6 Mafia, and Grammy Award-winning artist T-Pain in disputes.

Bobby is frequently retained by members of sovereign families from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. He represents them in business matters and litigation in the United States and internationally. His work focuses on practical solutions, sound advice, and respect for each client’s needs and perspective.

Bobby is admitted to practice in California, the Central District of California, the Southern District of California, the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. He serves on boards for UC Berkeley School of Law and the Orange County Gang Reduction & Intervention Partnership.

Bobby Samini has appeared on Anderson Cooper 360°, The Today Show, Bloomberg Television, and CNN’s New Day. He has also provided legal commentary for Hollywood Life, Law360, Slate, and Law & Crime by Dan Abrams. His work reflects experience, strategy, and steady leadership in complex, sensitive litigation matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Samini Block APC
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• The Ohio State University, College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Southern California
  BA in Political Science

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