James Whittingham Spencer

James Whittingham Spencer

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 8

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Overview

Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes), Hourly ($280/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

About Me

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I grew up on Vashon Island, just southwest of Seattle in Puget Sound where much of my family still resides. After attending Pepperdine University and NYU, I... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“A very professional and knowledgeable lawyer!”

Posted by: Marilyn, 2 months ago.

Client Review: James provided me with excellent services and advice on two different occasions. Most recently to help me and my husband with estate planning... more
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5 star rating

“Excellent attorney”

Posted by: Eden, 9 months ago.

Client Review: James is highly capable and knowledgeable. My husband and I had a pleasant experience with estate planning because James is so personable and... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

13 endorsements


Jonathan White

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Jonathan White , Seattle (WA), About 1 month ago
Teebah Alsaleh

James has a remarkable ablity to relate to his clients. I worked for him for almost three years and witnessed first hand his compassionate and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Teebah Alsaleh , Bellevue (WA), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

8 years since James Whittingham Spencer was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 2005 05/18/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Principal at Spectra Law PS 2012–present
Adjunct Professor at Seattle University School Of Law 2012–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Seattle University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 2005
Evergreen State College BA - Bachelor of Arts 1995

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation Washington State Bar Association 2011
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation Washington State Bar Association 2010
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board of Directors Three Dollar Bill Cinema 2013–present
Member United States District Court for the Western District of Washington 2009–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 15 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
11 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
1 Staff Pick
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Basic Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples Legal Voice 2011
The Survey on Legal Pedagogy and Sexual Minority Law Students Unpublished 2005

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Legal Considerations for Gay and Lesbian Servicemembers Admission to Practice Rule 8(g) Training Program 2013
Washington State Domestic Partnership Law and Other Legal Considerations for Gay & Lesbian Servicemembers Admission to Practice Rule 8(g) Training Program 2012
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