On Friday afternoons, the conference room at Rosenblatt Law Firm turns into something closer to a second living room. While attorneys shuffle between meetings and case files, Sami balances a newborn at home while her oldest son trails behind her through the office, eager to work alongside his mom. For Sami, a lawyer and mother of two, balancing legal work, chronic migraines and family life has reshaped what success means to her, building a career she loves while still being present for her children.
Although she once swore she would never follow her family into law, Sami eventually found herself drawn to the profession after working in marketing and becoming fascinated with the work attorneys do. Her husband Matthew pushed her to pursue the career after making a comment about how Sami always came home and talked about the work the attorneys were doing more than what she was doing. Now pursuing a career focused on criminal justice, she is navigating the demands of motherhood, health struggles and professional growth all at once. Through law school, pregnancy surprise, surgeries, and raising two young boys, Sami says her priorities have shifted from simply proving herself professionally to building a career that allows her to stay present for her family while doing work she genuinely loves.
Sami Rosenblatt after accepting her degree and walking the stage at University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Sami went to law school her first two years at University of Arkansas, here she got her degree. She then did the rest of her years “study abroad” style in San Antonio Texas St. Marys University. Law school wasn’t easy, especially since the first two months in she got pregnant with her first born son Theodore (Teddy). There were classes she didn’t like, but many aspects of the study she really enjoyed. It challenged her in new ways, since being used to studying political science, the writing was very different which she learned to adapt to.
When asked what kept you motivated throughout the process, she said “When other people told me I cant do it.” Sami describes herself as extremely stubborn which only pushed her to do what others swore she couldn’t. Also knowing this was something she’s always wanted since day one.
Sami Rosenblatt accepting her degree on stage, at University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
When asked what balancing work and motherhood looks like on a normal day, Sami pointed to Fridays as the best example of how intertwined the two parts of her life have become. Mornings begin with breakfast, getting the kids ready and coordinating schedules with her husband before she heads into the office. By lunchtime, she picks up her oldest son, Teddy, who spends the rest of the afternoon at the firm alongside his mom and grandparents. Teddy has become so familiar with the office environment that he proudly acts like he works there too, sitting in on casual office traditions and watching the way his family interacts throughout the day. By the evening, the workday gives way to family pizza night at home.
Sami’s first born, Theodore. At the law firm hanging out with a fellow coworker.
Sami’s first born, Theodore. Wearing a Rosenblatt Law firm onesie.
Portait shot of Sami Rosenblatt.
Sami believes there are still misconceptions about working mothers in demanding careers like law, though her own experience has been shaped by a strong support system. Working in an office filled with women and families, she said having her children around was never treated as an issue. Still, she recognizes many women do not have that same flexibility and support, especially while balancing health struggles like her chronic migraines.
Those experiences have influenced the values that guide both her career and parenting. Sami said her biggest goal is raising respectful, compassionate boys while showing them that work can be meaningful and fulfilling. Her oldest son, Teddy, already loves visiting the office and asking questions about her work, something she hopes teaches her children that a career should be more than “just a paycheck.” Ultimately, Sami wants her legacy to be centered on both the work she loved and the strong sense of family and faith she hopes to pass down to her sons.
Family portrait of Sami’s Family. Matthew Preblich her husband, and her two boys Theodore and Charlie.
Sami, and her second son Charlie.
Group photo of Sami, Theodore, and Matthew.