Atty. James Peter Spencer

Atty. James Peter Spencer

James Peter Spencer is a lawyer practicing drug crimes. James received a B.S. degree from Clarkson College in 1975, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Rochester Rochester 38 yrs experience 38 year
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James Peter Spencer is a Spec. Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Rochester, Minnesota. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on drug crimes. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1988). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1988) and Clarkson College (B.S., 1975). Serands clients in Rochester, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Peter Spencer is a lawyer practicing drug crimes
  • James received a B.S. degree from Clarkson College in 1975, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Rochester, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James Peter Spencer's Areas of Practice

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

Drug Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rochester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is James Peter Spencer's law office located?
James Peter Spencer's law practice is located in Rochester, Minnesota. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Peter Spencer handle?
James Peter Spencer focuses on drug crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James Peter Spencer practiced law?
James Peter Spencer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Peter Spencer go to law school?
James Peter Spencer earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1975).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1988
B.S.
Clarkson College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1988

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