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I am the principal attorney at Spencer & Associates. Spencer & Associates is a personal injury law firm. That's all we do, and we do it well.
We handle all types of personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip/trip and falls, dog bites, death cases, construction site cases, and many others.
WHY SPENCER & ASSOCIATES?
SPENCER & ASSOCIATES is different from other personal injury law firms.
WE ARE A FULL-SERVICE personal injury law firm, handling all types of motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, roadway design cases, catastrophic injuries, dog bites, slip/trip and fall cases and many others.
LEAD ATTORNEY Richard Spencer handles each and every case himself. No case is handed off to an assistant or a paralegal to resolve. As a result, each case and every client gets the professional expertise, dedication and focus necessary to achieve optimal results.
WE MAINTAIN close contact with our clients and keep our clients informed. Not only does this help to create the best relationships with our clients, but it empowers our clients to make the best decisions in their case.
WE STAND OUT in our field because we are driven by aggressively pursuing the best results in every case while providing each client with attentive and hands-on customer service. We are available 24/7 to speak to you regarding your case and how we can help you.
GIVE US a call ANY TIME at (818) 225-8200 or toll-free at (800) 554-4756 and schedule a free consultation.
Practice areas
- Car accident: 24%
We handle all types of car accident cases.
24 years
- Brain injury: 24%
Our firm actively works with the medical expert witnesses that these cases require to be done right.
24 years
- Slip and fall accident: 24%
These cases present unique challenges that Spencer & Associates is well-qualified and experienced to handle.
24 years
- Wrongful death: 23%
Spencer & Associates has had numerous successes in these difficult cases.
24 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 1994 | 11/04/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Honoree | Kadima Day School | 2014 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | Spencer & Associates | 2003 - Present |
| Associate | Spencer & Associates | 1997 - 2002 |
| Associate | Hazzard Bonnington | 1996 - 1996 |
| Associate | Ganong & Michel | 1995 - 1995 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles | Member | 2006 - Present |
| State Bar of California | Member | 1994 - Present |
| Kadima Day School Board of Trustees | Vice President | 2012 - 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of San Francicso | JD - Juris Doctor | 1994 |
| University of California - Berkeley | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1990 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Matter of Vargas | Extremely favorable settlement |
| Guzman v. Contini | Settlement |
| Gutierrez vs. 61st Street Apartments, et al. | Settlement |
| Duenas v. State of California | Winning jury verdict leading to settlement |
Richard Spencer ..Someone You can Trust
Posted by sharon
Sat Apr 27 2019
When I needed legal help Richard Spencer did a great job.
Posted by Rich
Wed Jul 23 2014
Attorney endorsements
(56)Jonathan Lacour, Employment and labor Attorney on May 7, 2015
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One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
David Fiol, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 12, 2015
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I endorse this thoughtful and community-minded lawyer.
Moseley Collins, Medical malpractice Attorney on Dec 23, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Richard has an excellent reputation in the legal community.
Inna Demin, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 17, 2014
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I endorse Richard Spencer. He is a hard working, intelligent, and skilled attorney who fights hard to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. A dedicated professional who is widely respected within the legal community.
Alan Eisner, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 6, 2014
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I endorse attorney Richard Spencer. He is experienced, skilled, and an asset to the legal community. He has earned respect from his clients and colleagues due to his dedication to his profession and successful case results.
Aryan Aliakbarzadeh, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 31, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is a highly respected member of the legal community.
I highly endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is a top of the field attorney and gets results.
Elizabeth Carpenter, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Well Respect, professional, excellent advocate - great asset to legal community.
Michael Goldstein, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 6, 2014
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I endorse attorney Richard Spencer. Experienced and skilled lawyer with a history of successful case results. An asset to the legal profession who is respected by clients and colleagues in the legal field.
Philip Israels, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 1, 2014
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I endorse attorney Richard Spencer. Dedicated to the the success of his clients. Well respected by colleagues in the legal industry.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitry Gorin, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 26, 2014
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I endorse attorney Richard Spencer. He is experienced, skilled, and an asset to the legal profession. He has earned respect from his clients and colleagues in the legal field.
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Family Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Johnson, Car accident Attorney on Sep 12, 2014
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Mr. Spencer's contributions to Avvo clearly demonstrate he has a keen grasp of the law and is a zealous advocate for his clients. Highly recommended!
Ara Saroian, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is an asset to the legal community and a fantastic advocate for his clients.
Simon Kabzan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
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I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice.
Richard Geller, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 11, 2014
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I endorse Richard. Highly respected in the legal community. A skilled lawyer with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Roger Ermola, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 2, 2014
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Attorney Spencer is a highly respected member of our legal community. His mastery of legal principles and tireless advocacy for his clients have earned the respect of colleagues and clients alike. It is my sincere pleasure to endorse this lawyer.
Josue Dorleus, Litigation Attorney on Aug 29, 2014
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Dynamic lawyer whose insight and legal knowledge is superlative. I endorse Ms. Spencer with no reservation. Hire him and you're in great hands.
James Shields, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer with no reservation. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Consistently achieves superior results. Advice is always practical and on point. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible.
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