Atty. Spencer Cross

Atty. Spencer Cross

Spencer Cross is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, corporate law, criminal law. Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Staunton Staunton 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Spencer Cross at a glance

Spencer Cross is an Attorney based in Staunton, Virginia, practicing at Nelson, McPherson, Summers & Santos, L.C.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1999) and Virginia (2001). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1998) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in Staunton, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Spencer Cross is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, corporate law, criminal law
  • Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Spencer practices at Nelson, McPherson, Summers & Santos, L.C. in Staunton, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Spencer Cross's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Spencer Cross

Where is Spencer Cross's law office located?
Spencer Cross's law practice is located in Staunton, Virginia. The firm is Nelson, McPherson, Summers & Santos, L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Spencer Cross handle?
Spencer Cross focuses on criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Spencer Cross practiced law?
Spencer Cross has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Spencer Cross go to law school?
Spencer Cross earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Spencer Cross for a consultation?
You can contact Spencer Cross directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1998
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1995

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1999
Virginia
Admitted: 2001

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