I provide uniquely client-driven representation to people facing criminal or parole issues and to victims in criminal cases. You are in the driver's seat with me as your representative. My premium knowledge, education, and commitment will help maximize your chance of receiving the outcome you want. Additionally, all net proceeds from my practice fund advocacy working in criminal justice and other civic areas, so, when you hire me, you are helping yourself or your loved one and society at large. Call me to discuss your situation for free - with no obligation.
I can guarantee that I will explain the issues in your case in a way that is clear and easy to understand. We will take the time to make sure we are on the same page. Critically, I also have the skill to translate those same issues into the technical form that will be clear and precise to the judges, hearing officers, parole board members, or jurors.
To see my appellate presentation style, click on the video link to see my Oral Argument before the Ohio Supreme Court in State v. Whitfield. I begin at 16:37. It may seem technical, but, in appeals, the attorney is adressing only judges (not jurors or other laypeople). The technical nature of appeals is precisely why having an experienced attorney is critical.
I also hold the following federal court admissions:
United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
United States Court of Appeal for the Sixth Circuit
Practice areas
Criminal Cases, Parole, Parole/PRC Revocation, and Victim Advocacy. (number of cases is an "at least" number)
15 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WI | Good Standing | 2016 | 05/28/2022 |
TX | Inactive | 2013 | 05/28/2022 |
OH | Active | 2007 | 04/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 84 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Law Office of Spencer J Cahoon | 2022 - Present |
Prison Legal Services Supervising Attorney | Office of the Ohio Public Defender | 2017 - 2021 |
Trial Attorney | State Counsel for Offenders | 2014 - 2016 |
Attorney | Law Office of Spencer J Cahoon | 2013 - 2014 |
Assistant Public Defender | Office of the Ohio Public Defender | 2007 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Ohio State Bar Association | 2017 - Present | |
State Bar of Texas | 2013 - Present | |
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | 2014 - 2016 | |
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association | 2013 - 2015 | |
Houston Trial Lawyers Association | 2013 - 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Cornell University | Certificate - Business Analytics | 2019 |
George Washington University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
Mount Vernon Nazarene University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. Jheried Benoit | Dismissed |
State v. Charles Banks | Dismissed |
State v. Tummy Crenshaw | Dismissed |
State v. Sade Anderson | No Billed (dismissed by Grand Jury) |
State v. Jeffrey Aberegg | Banishment rescinded |
Emily Gomez, Unknown Attorney on Jan 30, 2014
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Mr. Cahoon is an excellent attorney, with a keen mind and a discerning eye for details. I have known him for years and had ample opportunity to observe his legal skills in action. I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Jonathan Schmidt, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
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I have known Spencer Cahoon for many years. He is an extremely bright and talented attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse him!
Emily Gomez, Unknown Attorney on Jan 30, 2014
Relationship: Friend
Mr. Cahoon is an excellent attorney, with a keen mind and a discerning eye for details. I have known him for years and had ample opportunity to observe his legal skills in action. I wholeheartedly endorse him.
Jonathan Schmidt, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
Relationship: Friend
I have known Spencer Cahoon for many years. He is an extremely bright and talented attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse him!
Thomas "Tom" Caldwell, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 2, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Although I have never worked with Mr. Cahoon, I can see from his answers here on Avvo that he is highly knowledgeable, and thorough. These are two of the most important traits a client should desire in a criminal defense attorney. If I had a case that had Houston connections, I would reach out to him for assistance on that end.
JaPaula Kemp, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
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I endorse Mr. Cahoon without hesitation. I am impressed with this lawyer. He is smart and aggressive. This is evident from his responses to answers in the AVVO community.
Kevin Bennett, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 27, 2013
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Mr. Cahoon is highly respected in his community and gives very knowledgeable answers on AVVO. I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Oct 25, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
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