Bar Admissions
New YorkNew Jersey
United States District Court of the Southern District of New York
United States District Court of the Eastern District of New York
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Memberships
New York County Lawyers AssociationNew York State Bar Association
Education
Indiana University, B.S.New York Law School, J.D.

Overview
Samantha Pullman is a Partner in Goldberg, Miller & Rubin’s New York office. Her practice focuses on defending premises liability, automotive negligence, Labor Law/construction litigation, and general liability matters. Samantha is known as a zealous advocate and concentrates on all phases of litigation, both inside and outside of the courtroom.
Prior to joining Goldberg, Miller & Rubin, Samantha handled various civil, criminal, immigration, and administrative law matters. Samantha has represented clients in both the State and Federal Courts throughout New York and New Jersey as well as before the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings, and the New York State Department of Labor.
Samantha uses her diverse knowledge and experiences to provide the most competent representation for her clients. Samantha was selected as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers every year since 2018 and has been recognized by Best Lawyers as one of their “Ones to Watch” every year since 2021.
Samantha completed her undergraduate studies in finance and accounting at Indiana University before returning home to New York for law school. When she is not practicing law, Samantha enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Representative Matters
GMR Obtains Summary Judgment in Westchester Case Filed after Slip and Fall Fractured Plaintiff’s Wrist
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» Read StoryIn honor of Women's History Month, GMR proudly celebrates the talented and inspiring female attorneys at our firm.
These women bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and unwavering dedication to their clients, all while breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations.
Please join us in congratulating Samantha Pullman on being named partner at Goldberg, Miller & Rubin. Since joining the firm, Samantha has demonstrated exceptional skills in the general liability practice area and has defended clients in various parts of New York.
Our partners represent the exceptional talent we have at GMR and we are pleased to welcome Samantha to the partnership.
We are pleased to announce that GMR Attorneys Jessica Smeriglio, Tyson Mott, Brandon Evangelist, and Samantha Pullman have been recognized in the 2025 Edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch® in America!
Philadelphia, PA
- Jessica Smeriglio (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2021)
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Tyson Mott (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024)
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Brandon Evangelist (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024)
- Health Care Law
New York, NY
- Samantha Pullman (Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2021)
- Insurance Law
Since 1983, Best Lawyers® has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers® lists are compiled based on an exhaustive peer-review evaluation. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, inclusion is considered a singular honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers® "the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice." For more information, visit their website at https://www.bestlawyers.com/.
Congratulations team!
GMR is proud to announce Jessica Smeriglio, Samantha Pullman, Brandon Evangelist, Brandon Cohen, and Niki Desai were selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as New Jersey Rising Stars for 2024.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
Congratulations to everyone who made the 2024 list!
Today, on International Women's Day, GMR proudly recognizes and celebrates the remarkable achievements of women in the legal profession. We honor the resilience, intellect, and dedication that our female colleagues bring to the legal field every day.
While we celebrate the progress made, we acknowledge that there's still work to be done. GMR remains dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, thrives and succeeds.
Happy International Women's Day to all the phenomenal women in law and beyond! The Future is Female
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Goldberg, Miller & Rubin proudly celebrates the women attorneys, paralegals, and staff members at the firm.
Recognizing and promoting diversity in the legal profession is crucial for creating an inclusive and dynamic environment. Empowering women in the legal field not only fosters a more balanced workplace but also brings diverse perspectives and experiences to the forefront.
The Women’s Initiative at GMR was founded to foster the careers of the women attorneys in the firm and to provide support throughout the various stages of their professional lives. GMR has historically strived to maintain a working environment that recruits and promotes women which is exemplified in the overwhelming presence of women in the firm.
It's important to continue supporting initiatives that encourage the professional development and advancement of women in law. The future is female.
Goldberg, Miller, & Rubin is pleased to share that three of our attorneys were recognized as New York Super Lawyers & Rising Stars for 2023.
Richard Castagna and Matthew Moroney were selected for New York Super Lawyers and Samantha Pullman was selected for New York Rising Stars.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Super Lawyers & Rising Stars lists are developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
Congratulations to everyone who made the 2023 list!
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Jessica Smeriglio, Samantha Pullman, Christopher Scott, and Brandon Evangelist were selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as New Jersey Rising Stars for 2023. Samantha, Christopher, and Brandon are returning to the list for the 2nd year in a row and Jessica is returning for her 4th year in a row.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
Congratulations to everyone who made the 2023 list!
Richard Castagna, Matthew Moroney, Warren Holland, Jason Rubin, and Cy Goldberg have again been named 2022 Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to only 5 percent of attorneys in the state. All have remained on the list for at least three years . Samantha Pullman was selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as a Rising Star for the fifth year in a row. Only 2.5 percent of eligible attorneys in the state receive a Rising Star designation.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
We are pleased to announce that Senior Associates Samantha Pullman and Jessica Smeriglio were again selected as "Ones to Watch" in the 2023 Edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers in America©. U.S. News & World Report also recognized Goldberg, Miller & Rubin as a Tier 1 Firm. Best Lawyers© is the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.
Since 1983, Best Lawyers has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers lists are compiled based on an exhaustive peer-review evaluation. Lawyers are not required or allowed to pay a fee to be listed; therefore, inclusion in Best Lawyers is considered a singular honor. Corporate Counsel magazine has called Best Lawyers "the most respected referral list of attorneys in practice."
Samantha Pullman, Jessica Smeriglio, Brandon Evangelist, and Christopher Scott were selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as New Jersey Rising Stars for 2022. Only 2.5 percent of eligible attorneys in the state receive a Rising Star designation.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
Richard Castagna, Matthew Moroney, Warren Holland, Jason Rubin, and Cy Goldberg have been named 2021 Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to only 5 percent of attorneys in the state. Samantha Pullman was selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as a Rising Star for the fourth year in a row. Only 2.5 percent of eligible attorneys in the state receive a Rising Star designation.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
Goldberg, Miller & Rubin team members ran to support child advocates in the Philadelphia Bar Association Run. The event was again virtual. GMR looks forward to participating in person in 2022.
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Richard Castagna, Matthew Moroney, Warren Holland, Jason Rubin, and Cy Goldberg have been named 2020 Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to only 5 percent of attorneys in the state. Samantha Pullman was selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as Rising Stars for the third year in a row. Only 2.5 percent of eligible attorneys in the state receive a Rising Star designation.
Super Lawyers is a patented rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is developed using the same patented multi-phase selection process except candidates must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for ten years or less.
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Matt Moroney, Jason Rubin and Cy Goldberg have been named 2019 Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to only 5 percent of attorneys in the state. Warren Holland and Samantha Pullman were selected by the Thomas Reuters Super Lawyers search committee as Rising Stars for the second year in a row. Only 2.5 percent of eligible attorneys in the state receive a Rising Star designation.
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