In addition to his trial practice, Sam spends significant time mediating and arbitrating cases. He also works with organizations and individuals to facilitate and address other types of conflict management in corporate, not-for-profit and religious settings. He coaches executives and boards on intra-company conflict and communication issues.

Sam teaches and writes about negotiation skills and mediation. He has guest lectured at the Indiana University School of Law, the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs and he is co-author of The Indiana Handbook on Commercial Litigation. He has taught and written for numerous continuing education seminars and lectures and presents seminars to public and private groups, including other lawyers, in the areas of negotiation, mediation and conflict management. He is a registered civil and family law mediator in Indiana.