Samantha M. Johnson joined CDQ as an attorney in 2025, after obtaining her law degree from Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law. During her time at Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Samantha was named a Willard H. Pedrick Scholar, a recognition for academic achievement. Samantha also received a CALI Excellence for the Future Award. During her time in law school, Samantha was an active member of the Indian Legal Program and made meaningful contributions with local Arizona tribes by assisting tribal clients through the Indian Legal Clinic’s Estate Planning course. Before joining CDQ, Samantha also served as an Extern for the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office. Samantha’s practice is focused on commercial litigation.

Arizona State University
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
J.D., 2025

• Dean’s Achievement Scholarship
• Willard H. Pedrick Scholar, Spring 2024
• CALI Excellance for the Future Award

University of Minnesota Morris
B.A., Human Services, 2021
Minor in Criminal Justice

• Dean’s List

Arizona

State Bar of Arizona
Maricopa County Bar Association
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers and Litigation Sections