Atty. Spero Thomas Lappas

Atty. Spero Thomas Lappas

Spero Thomas Lappas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury, civil rights and 3 other areas of law. Spero received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Spero Thomas Lappas at a glance

Spero Thomas Lappas is a drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and civil rights attorney based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1977), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1980). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dauphin County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Spero Thomas Lappas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law, personal injury, civil rights and 3 other areas of law
  • Spero received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Spero practices in Harrisburg, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Spero Thomas Lappas's Areas of Practice

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

Drug Crimes

Spero Thomas Lappas is one of 6,966 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Spero Thomas Lappas is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Where is Spero Thomas Lappas's law office located?
Spero Thomas Lappas's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Spero Thomas Lappas handle?
Spero Thomas Lappas focuses on drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Spero Thomas Lappas practiced law?
Spero Thomas Lappas has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Spero Thomas Lappas go to law school?
Spero Thomas Lappas earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Spero Thomas Lappas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Spero Thomas Lappas received?
Spero Thomas Lappas's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
Allegheny College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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