Remi Lee Spencer

Remi Lee Spencer

also known as Remi Spencer

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Orange, NJ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI

414 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 305, West Orange, NJ

About Remi

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Remi Spencer is a sophisticated trial lawyer whose criminal defense and prosecutorial experience, trial skills, and results are unrivaled. Ms. Spencer's trial experience, combined with the highest academic and professional credentials, means that you will have access to the best knowledge and education on your side.

24 years

50%
DUI and DWI 25%

24 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 19 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2006

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Remi Lee Spencer

414 Eagle Rock Avenue, Suite 305, West Orange, NJ, 07052

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Remi Lee Spencer's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

5 star (14) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
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Posted by Don & Barb | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Amazing Attorney

Remi Spencer was referred to us by a friend of ours. I was being accused of a serious driving infraction when I actually had a stroke. This was very upsetting to my wife and I. Remi knew how to manage our fears and emotions. She is compassionate and caring, yet she is very stern. Remi is incredibly k...nowledgeable of the law and knew exactly what needed to be done. She did not back down when facing the prosecutor. She was able to get my case totally dismissed. We can't thank her enough for everything that she has done for us. We will refer her to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Posted by Charles | November 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Representation

Remi is an iron fist wrapped in a velvet glove. On the one hand, she couldn't have been more empathetic, kind and generous with her client, my son. I also saw her behave with great friendliness and charm with police and prosecutors. On the other hand, she didn't hesitate to be blunt, direct and ...firm: both with us, and with the justice system. We could not have hired a better lawyer.

Posted by David | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Could not have asked for a better attorney

Ms. Spencer was recommended to me by a friend in NJ. I had a case in NJ from 20 years ago. Ms. Spencer and her team handled it with the upmost professionalism and care. She was not only a great attorney but also a great person. She cared about my case and wanted to make sure that I received the best ...outcome. I am also in another state and she was able to address the case and get it resolved for me and keep me in the loop the whole time, so I knew exactly what was happening. She spoke to me about what would be happening and followed through on every promise. In the end she got the whole case dismissed. I could not have asked for a better outcome. She is will represent you very well and will get you the best outcome she can. I would recommend her to anyone that needs a lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Polished, Experienced, Extremely Knowledgeable

If you are considering hiring Ms. Spencer, it is likely because you are in crisis-mode. Ms. Spencer will handle your case with candor, expertise, and grace. She is experienced, knowledgeable, and a very skilled litigator. She is also cost-conscious. In an extremely difficult situation, I am so thankf...ul Ms. Spencer was standing by my side.

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

Ms. Spencer was not only one of the most impressive lawyers I’ve ever met but a really genuine honest and ridiculously smart woman. From the first meeting I knew I was in good hands with her and her firm. Her knowledge of the law and her ability to articulate difficult news in such a way that I under...stood it and together we brainstormed the best way to overcome obstacles. I highly highly recommend her to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.

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Remi Lee Spencer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Pustay

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Donohue

Domestic violence lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stanley Pietruska

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Remi is a force to be reckoned with in the courthouse."

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Dennis Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Spencer is an excellent criminal trial lawyer with an outstanding reputation. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mitchell Ignatoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alan Peyrouton

Domestic violence lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Remi is a very passionate advocate and extremely hard working attorney. She is sincere and professional and dedicated to obtaining the best results for her clients. I strongly recommend her!"

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Brian Freeman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Severiano Lisboa

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rosalyn Charles

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have had the pleasure of observing Ms. Spencer zealously advocate on behalf of her clients. She is both persuasive and effective in her efforts to seek favorable outcomes. Her adversaries afford her the respect reserved only for those attorneys who come armed with the necessary knowledge and case preparedness."

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Kevin Barry

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've had the pleasure of working with Ms. Spencer in a number of criminal cases as co-counsel and she is one of the most intelligent and professional attorneys that I have ever worked with. Her knowledge of the law and her dedication to her clients are second to none. I would highly recommend Ms. Spencer as an attorney."

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Howard Weinstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have been a colleague of Remi Spencer for a number of years, and can endorse her without qualification. She is sharp, knowledgeable and an extremely effective advocate for her clients."

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Anna Tejada

Employment and labor lawyer

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Mitchell Ignatoff

Litigation lawyer

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Dennis Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer

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Alan Peyrouton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Baldassare

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ricardo Solano

Litigation lawyer

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Severiano Lisboa

Litigation lawyer

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Kevin Barry

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rosalyn Charles

Criminal defense lawyer

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Howard Weinstein

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Criminal Trial Achievement Award, Essex County Bar Association

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2003 - 2005

Assistant Prosecutor, Union County Prosecutor's Office

2002 - 2004

Associate, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer

Associations

2013 - Present

Supreme Court Committee

Fee Arbitration

2005 - Present

New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2005 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2002 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2017

Trial Attorneys of New Jersey

Executive Board Member

2009 - 2010

Essex County Bar Association

Chair, Criminal Law Committee

2008 - 2009

Essex County Bar Association, Criminal Law Committee

Vice-Chair

2005 - 2008

Union County Bar Association

Young Lawyer Trustee

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Kelly Whitney

Hung Jury: Mistrial

State v. Mauti

Supreme Court of New Jersey upheld witness' right not to testify

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Education

2002

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

DWI Institute DWI Law

2019

Boardwalk Seminar

DWI Law

2018

National College of DUI Defense

DWI Law

2013

NYC CLE Marathon

Criminal Trial Practice

2012

NYC CLE Marathon

Criminal Trial Practice

2011

Technology & Divorce

Electronic Data Evidence at Trial

2007

Warrantless Searches of Motor Vehicles Under New Jersey Law

Criminal Law

2007

Protect the Victim - Enforce the Law, Prosecuting Complex Domestic Violence Cases

Domestic Violence

2006

The Complete Guide to Prosecuting, Defending and Understanding DV Law and Procedure

Domestic Violence

2006

Misconduct, Domestic Violence, And The Fourth And Fifth Amendments In New Jersey

Domestic Violence

2006

Demystifying the Drama of a Domestic Violence Case

Domestic Violence

Publications

2003

New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education Commencing the Federal Court Action
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