About Stanley
Biography
I am an attorney dedicated to protect the rights of all those who have been exploited by the mishandling of authority by institutions or individuals. Morality is not dead and you have to stand up to those entities that have ignored or neglect each human beings right to be respected. In addition I work as Of Counsil New York .
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In 1985 obtained the first judgment in a pschiatric malpractice for sexual abuse of a patient by her therapist. This has progressed to National recognition in the field of patient abuse by all levels of therapists, clergy, attorneys, or any person in a position of authority over this class of clients or patients. The fiduciary responsibily of these individuals who hold power and authority over these patients or client is at the core of this litigation. Crossing boundaries, mishandling of transference and negligent termination all pervade these cases.
We have been published in the Psychiatric Times, Lawyer's Weekly, several law reviews and professional journals. I have been quoted as an expert in numerous newspaper articles throughout the years. Many of theses articles are listed in our home page at .
I have represented parties in approximately 15 jurisdictions across the United States.
Protecting Victims Of Professional Misconduct And Clergy Abuse. Call 617-616-8639
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
54 years
54 years
54 years
54 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 53 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1973
No misconduct found
Location
S J Spero & Associates
112 Madison Ave. 10th floor, New York, NY, 10016
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Stanley J Spero's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
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Posted by Amy | April 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Highly Recommend
Stan was the perfect attorney to walk beside me on my journey to find justice. In my case, a therapist took advantage of me in an egregious way, and it was not something that was easy for me to talk about. Stan listened with compassion and understanding, something previous attorneys did not do. He...
Posted by Katie | August 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Medical Malpractice
Amazing attorney and Ally
Stanley Spero has earned my trust. Aside from his legal expertise, he is an excellent listener. When I first spoke with him on the phone, he listened and asked all the right questions, taking his time to make sure he understood my story. I felt like a human being deserving of dignity while I was ...
Posted by A. M. | March 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility
He spoke for me when I could not.
Mr. Spero represented me in a case of professional misconduct involving my psychologist. Because of the work he did I was able to get a settlement and he laid out the groundwork so that my State (PA) was able to remove the perpetrator’s license and put him behind bars. Stan never refused a phone ca...
Stanley J Spero's Lawyer Endorsements
"Simply said, Stanley is an outstanding personal injury attorney. Highly recommended!"
"Stan is an extremely talented, creative, professional and experienced lawyer. He has my highest endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney with a knack for winning complex legal matters."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Stanley as an attorney for over 40 years and he zealously and successfully advocates for and supports his clients. I have also known him to be ultra ethical and always professional throughout the years."
"I endorse this lawyer. Very experienced."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stan vigorously and successfully advocates for his clients, and is considered a national pioneer and leader in the area of representing clients who have been sexually abused by professionals. He has authored a text in that area that has become the standard reference. He is highly ethical and professional even while agressively prosecuting cases, which is to the advantage of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer for the practice area of medical malpractice because he is the foremost practitioner in claims for misconduct by medical professionals in Massachusetts, and he also has extensive experience representing victims of child sexual abuse. We are proud to have him associated with our office in an "Of Counsel" relationship."
"Stanley is an excellent attorney. Hard working, diligent, resourceful, and sincerely cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Attorney Spero's work. Before having the privilege of working for Attorney Spero, he represented me in a personal matter. Attorney Spero's knowledge, experience and diligence are unsurpassed. Best of all, he is available and returns phone calls, incredibly warm, and cares deeply about all of his clients."
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Top Rated Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Massachusetts Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Association of Trial Lawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Certificate of Recognition, Elite American Lawyers
2015
Top Rate Lawyer, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2011
AV Peer Review Rated for 10 Years, LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Certificate for Dedication to Victims of Exploitation, AdvocateWeb
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Senior Partner, S J Spero & Associates
Associations
Member
Member
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Confidential Settlement
Judgement for the Plaintiff in the amount of $1,041,384.00
Confidential Settlement
$10million dollar recovery
Settled $1.1million
Settled $11.5 million
Modified Discovery Rule in Psychiatric Malpractice
Plaintiff's Verdict: $1.2million
Plaintiff's Verdict: $1.3million
Plaintiff's verdict
Judgment for the Plaintiffs $10million
Settlement in excess of 1 Million dollars
Plaintiff's Verdict $1,100,000
Settlement in excess of $10,000,000
Education
1972
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2015
1998
Ethical Violations by Professionals and Clergy
Publications
2015
2014
2011
2011
2010
2008
N/A
Languages
English
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