Gibbs & Bruns LLP

Partner, Gibbs & Bruns LLP

Sam practices all types of commercial litigation, including oil and gas, securities, construction, real estate, and fiduciary duty matters.  Sam has tried cases for plaintiffs and defendants in court and arbitration.

Sam Cruse has stepped in and helped us get through some very tough matters in a great way. He gets great results in stressful, complicated and high-stakes matters.

Sam is thoughtful, strategic and understands our needs.

            - Chambers 2026

Sam Cruse stands out from the pack. He excels at handling high-stakes environmental, royalty, and contract litigation. Opposing counsel respects him and knows that he “means business”.

Sam Cruse is a great trial lawyer. He has a great courtroom presence. I am glad he is on my side!

           - Legal 500 2025

Sam is fabulous in court. He is a strategic partner.

Sam is our go-to. He is the first guy I want to call for complex issues.

Sam is very strategic, smart and tough in negotiations and in the courtroom.

Sam is well organized, focused and easy to work with.

            - Chambers 2024-2025

Sam Cruse is my first call for high stakes oil and gas litigation matters.  He has successfully handled several high stakes oil and gas contract and royalties disputes for us.  He is a highly effective courtroom lawyer and negotiator.

            - Legal 500 2023

Sam Cruse is a phenomenal lawyer.  He has a terrific demeanor in court and is also phenomenal at solving problems outside of court.

Sam is an excellent lawyer.

He is able to tackle problems and get to a practical solution.

            - Chambers USA 2022-2023