$ 250-500 per hour
William R. Spade Jr.
About William
Biography
I am committed to providing the highest quality legal service and zealously and intelligently fighting for the constitutional rights of my clients. Recent victories include not guilty verdicts on 6 federal capital murder charges in a RICO conspiracy case, the successful defense of aggravated indecent assault charges filed against a juvenile client which resulted in the County prosecutor withdrawing the charges, and the successful defense of a young woman being investigated by a federal grand jury for suspected healthcare fraud, which resulted in the United States government declining to indict my client.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 35 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1990
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Law Offices of William Spade
1525 Locust Street Suite 1400, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
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Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Best Legal Experience Ever
When I first contacted Will, I was scared and upset. He listened to everything I told him, and had me completely reassured within minutes, that everything was going to be OK. He was very easy to reach, always returned my calls promptly, was very professional, and really seemed to know what he was doi...
Posted by Perry | November 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great laywer and person!!
I was charged with stealing a cell phone, the phone took a picture of me! The person then filed a case! However, the police didn't investigate, they just automatically filed charges! Mr. Spade presented all my evidencecas a landlord being retaliated against from an ex tenant! The DA withdrew all char...
Posted by Thomas | October 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Spectacular Attorney
I am ending a legal issue in which Mr. Spade represented me. He was quick to meet with me to review my case. Within a very short time he contacted me to explain the situation and what he could accomplish. This issue could have been career damaging and Mr Spade had the case withdrawn and expunged. He ...
Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | White Collar Crime
Fantastic. Attentive, diligent, thorough and efficient.
I had a rather complicated case dealing with white collar issues. William did an excellent job, didn't break the bank, and made me feel safe and informed. You can't ask for anything more from a lawyer. Very impressed and would be happy to call him again.
Posted by Perry | January 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great lawyer
Will is a great lawyer and even greater person! He has done an excellent job for me in court! I was wrongly accused of a crime and was aquitted without a jury!! I still recommend him to people!!!
William R. Spade Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. We tried for seven weeks a multi defendant conspiracy case in NJ Federal District Court in 2014-2015. Will Spade is an excellent trial lawyer and tried the matter in a diligent and totally professional matter. I was very impressed with his knowledge , ability and character . I highly recommend Will Spade for his expertise in complex criminal trial matters. He is a credit to the Criminal Bar. Jim Murphy , NJ Certified Criminal Trial Attorney"
"He is an excellent lawyer. Very intelligent, dedicated and conscientious and a good, decent person. He is the right lawyer to have in your corner!"
"Will is a great attorney. I worked with him in both criminal and civil matters. He fights tirelessly and leaves no stone unturned to ensure the best result for his clients. I highly recommend Will."
"I referred a serious criminal matter to Will. He was able to get all of the charges dismissed. Will is uncommonly smart. Will is creative. Will is an extraordinarily effective advocate. Perhaps most importantly, Will truly cares about his clients. I recommend Will wholeheartedly! Robert M. Elwood"
"Excellent lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2004 - 2015
Attorney, Law Office of William Spade
1995 - 2004
Assistant District Attorney, Philadelphia District Attorney's Office
1994 - 1995
Law Clerk, The Honorable Eduardo Robreno
1990 - 1994
Associate Attorney, Dechert
Associations
2004 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
Federal Criminal Law SocietyMember
1990 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
United States v. Robert Merritt, Jr.
Not guilty on 6 federal capital murder charges
United States v. Jane Doe
The government declined to indict Ms. Doe
Commonwealth v. John Doe
All charges dismissed
Education
1990
University of Chicago Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Brandeis University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Multi-Track Federal Criminal Defense Seminar and Fundamentals Workshop
“Employing Sentencing Professionals and How to Afford Them”
2013
Montgomery Bar Association, Criminal Rules Committee
The Anatomy of the Trial of Monsignor William Lynn: Child Abuse and the Catholic Church - Who's Responsible?
2013
2013 Bench-Bar Conference, Philadelphia Bar Association
The Anatomy of the Trial of Monsignor William Lynn: Child Abuse and the Catholic Church - Who's Responsible?
2012
Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests - National Conference, Washington, D.C.
Philadelphia Grand Jury Investigation Into The Sexual Abuse of Minors By Priests in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Publications
2005
Volume 38, No. 4, Arizona Law Review
Beyond the 100:1 Ratio: Towards A Rational Cocaine Sentencing Policy
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers