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Scott A. Spencer

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Avvo Rating9.8
  • Boston, MA
  • Licensed for 11 years
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About Scott

Practice areas

Litigation
  1. Litigation: 100%

    11 years

Languages spoken

English

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Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

10 Park Plaza
Suite 7760
Boston, MA, 02116

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    MAActive201009/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers14
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2017
    Certified in Divorce MediationCommunity Dispute Settlement Center2014
    Certified in Deposition SkillsNational Institute for Trial Advocacy2013
    Certified in MediationCommunity Dispute Settlement Center2013
    Certified in Trial SkillsNational Institute for Trial Advocacy2012
    Civic Leader FellowshipNew England Center for Civic Life1999
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Associate AttorneyLaw Offices of John J. Bonistalli2015 - Present
    Assistant General CounselMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority2010 - 2015
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    American Civil Liberties Union of MassachusettsMember2016 - Present
    National Multiple Sclerosis SocietySteering Committee Member2015 - Present
    United States District Court for the District of MassachusettsMember2012 - Present
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Volunteer Faculty and Author2011 - Present
    Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Essex County Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Boston Litigation Lawyer BlawgPrimer on Municipal Tort Liability2017
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. ("MCLE")Massachusetts Tort Law Manual, 3d Edition, - Chapter 19 - Tort Immunities2017
    Boston Litigation Lawyer BlawgThird Party Liability2016
    Boston Litigation Lawyer BlawgHow Long Will it Take to Settle My Case?2016
    Boston Litigation Lawyer BlawgHow Much is my Personal Injury Claim Worth?2016
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc. ("MCLE")Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Torts: Liability and Litigation, 4th Edition Chapter 6 - Claims Against Governmental Defendants: Chapter 258 “Public Employers” and Other Public Bodies2016
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Torts: Liability and Litigation, 3d Edition, 1st Supplement - Chapter 6 - Claims Against Governmental Defendants: Chapter 258 “Public Employers” and Other Public Bodies2014
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)Massachusetts Tort Law Manual, 2nd Edition, 2nd Supplement - Chapter 19 - Tort Immunities2014
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Torts: Liability and Litigation, 3d Edition - Chapter 6 - Claims Against Governmental Defendants: Chapter 258 “Public Employers” and Other Public Bodies2012
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE)Massachusetts Tort Law Manual, 2nd Edition, 1st Supplement - Chapter 19 - Tort Immunities2012
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    New England School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2006
    Franklin Pierce CollegeBA2000
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education, Inc.Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Cases2017
    Candidate Forum for State CommitteePolitical Activism and Advocacy2016
    Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Cases - Northeastern MAPublic Employer Liability and Massachusetts Tort Claims Act2012
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Personal Injury ClientSettlement
    Case name withheldSpecific Performance
    Suarez v. Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, 2015 Mass. App. Div. 147Dismissal
    Li Lin, as personal representative of the Estate of Quinpei Lin v. MBTA, et alDismissal
    Lynn Phanor v. MBTADefense Verdict
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    Reviews

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    Review Scott Spencer

    Our "go to" Guy

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    We hired Scott after our attorney had a conflict and couldn't represent us. Scott is now our lead attorney. Did a wonderful job for us in regulatory hearings
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Great man!

    Posted by

    Attorney Spencer successfully advised me with my case. I found him to be professional and responsive and would recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation! Great man! Very down to earth and gets the real life issues.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
    Consulted attorney

    Great Attorney & Advisor!

    Posted by

    Scott has been terrific in helping us with the complex regulatory framework of our new business venture and has been outstanding to work with!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Honest, Fair and Responsive

    Posted by

    I hired Scott to help protect my elderly mother's tenant rights. Scott undertook the challenge, talked to the landlord, met with my mom in her rehab facility and showed compassion and concern for her situation. He was professional, fair and cost conscious. His representation ensured that my mother's rights were protected and her life was not disrupted. He achieved the desired results. I am eternally grateful for Scott's help and highly recommend him. You can't go wrong.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Highly recommended!

    Posted by

    Attorney Scott Spencer professionally and efficiently handled my legal case. He continually kept me informed throughout the process and settled my case expeditously and favorably. i highly recommend his services and expertise.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Randy Shuman, Litigation Attorney on May 25, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. It was a pleasure working with Scott. He is the consummate professional. He represented his client well and conducted himself with integrity and courtesy.

    Samuel Segal, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 1, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Scott Spencer is an excellent and professional litigator. He was a pleasure to work with, even across the aisle. Any client would be privileged to have him.

    Rahul Aggarwal

    An excellent lawyer who treats his clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism. He is an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend him for future services.

    Daniel Kron, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 13, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Simply said, Scott is an outstanding personal injury attorney. Highly recommended!

    Reza Breakstone, Litigation Attorney on Jun 13, 2017
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I have a great deal of respect for the work Scott Spencer did on a case where he served as opposing counsel. He was diligent and creative in his discovery strategy, effective throughout motion practice, and decent and professional in his interactions with our firm. I think of Scott as both a worthy adversary and friend. It's a great combination. I endorse Scott without reservation.

    Elissa Magnant, Litigation Attorney on Jul 5, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Caitlin Oliver, Mediation Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Ryan Avery, Litigation Attorney on Jun 10, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Patricia Lucek, Government Attorney on Jun 10, 2016
    Relationship: Co-worker

    I endorse this lawyer.

    James DeLaney, Constitutional Attorney on Jun 3, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. For all legal matters. I have only labeled Attorney Spencer within the Constitutional category because those happen to be my fondest of memories shared between Scott and I. What he does posses are traits and characteristics that were taught to him well before we attended law school together. Loyalty, Integrity, and Honesty are hard traits to find within this vocation and Scott has a handle on all three. He has helped me with numerous legal matters and will always be a trusted resource.

    Samuel Segal, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 1, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Scott Spencer is an excellent and professional litigator. He was a pleasure to work with, even across the aisle. Any client would be privileged to have him.

    Randy Shuman, Litigation Attorney on May 25, 2016
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. It was a pleasure working with Scott. He is the consummate professional. He represented his client well and conducted himself with integrity and courtesy.

    Allison Gurley, Litigation Attorney on Apr 26, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Travis Pregent, Litigation Attorney on Nov 12, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Theresa Gomes, Mediation Attorney on Dec 18, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

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