Atty. Arnold Spencer

Atty. Arnold Spencer

Attorney Arnold Spencer is a highly skilled and knowledgeable lawyer who has been handling cases involving white collar crimes, asset forfeiture, and related issues for over 28 years. He graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1994, and in the years since then, he has built experience as a trial lawyer and gained a reputation as a strong litigator.

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Profile Summary

About Arnold Spencer at a glance

Arnold Spencer is a Managing Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Spencer & Associates. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1994), Texas (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (1995). Educated at The University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Amherst College (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Attorney Arnold Spencer is a highly skilled and knowledgeable lawyer who has been handling cases involving white collar crimes, asset forfeiture, and related issues for over 28 years
  • He graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1994, and in the years since then, he has built experience as a trial lawyer and gained a reputation as a strong litigator
  • He served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas, where he prosecuted more than 100 federal cases, and he has also provided representation as a defense attorney in a large number of cases involving white collar crimes
  • He received the John Marshall Award from the U.S
  • Department of Justice and was recognized with a courage and valor award from the Securities and Exchange Commission
  • With his understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to financial crimes and other offenses, he can provide strong representation for those who need to defend against asset forfeiture
  • Honors and Awards Super Lawyers, 2020-Present Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2007John Marshall Award, Department of Justice Securities & Exchange Commission, Courage and Valor AwardPublished Works International White Collar Enforcement: Leading Lawyers on Preventive Measures, Regulatory Compliance, Aspatore Books, 2015 Classes/Seminars Cryptocurrency Regulations, New York Federal Reserve, 11/01/2018 to Present Emerging Regulations for Digital Currency Companies, Texas Bankers Association, 04/01/2018 to Present SEC Regulations of Cryptocurrencies, Dallas Bar Association, 05/01/2018 to Present Past Employment Positions United States Attorney's Office, Eastern Texas, Chief, Criminal Division, 2006 to 2010United States Attorney's Office, Eastern Texas, Asst
  • U.S
  • Attorney, 2000 to 2010

Practice Areas Explained

Arnold Spencer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Arnold Spencer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about Arnold Spencer

Where is Arnold Spencer's law office located?
Arnold Spencer's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Spencer & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Arnold Spencer handle?
Arnold Spencer focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Arnold Spencer practiced law?
Arnold Spencer has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Arnold Spencer go to law school?
Arnold Spencer earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Arnold Spencer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
- 1994
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1994
Texas
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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