Laurie, James P.

Samantha M. VanTol was born and raised in West Michigan.  Samantha earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Grand Valley State University where she graduated Cum Laude.

Samantha went on to attend Thomas M. Cooley Law School on a full-ride academic scholarship.  Samantha was an actively involved student and participated as a member of the Board of Directors of the Student Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association while at Thomas M. Cooley.  Samantha was also an associate editor on Law Review.  Samantha graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Magna Cum Laude and was ranked eighth overall in her graduating class.   

Samantha accepted a litigation position with Gordon & Shaw, PLC and was brought on to assist with Family Law, Wills & Trusts and Estate Planning & Administration.  As the first female attorney with Gordon & Shaw, PLC Samantha brings a fresh and unique perspective to the firm to further advance and protect men's rights in Family Law.