Spencer Todd

Spencer Todd

4.7
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salem, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1250 Cannon St SE, Salem, OR

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13 years | 500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 12 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2013

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Law Offices of Spencer Todd

1250 Cannon St SE, Salem, OR, 97302-2855

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Spencer Todd's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Kaleb | July 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer you can have

I hired Spencer for my case that was very complex and I thought for sure I was going to prison. Spencer went out of his way to hire a private investigator to find one of my victims and convinced her to do a civil compromise outside of court successfully doing that he got 3 charges dismissed. Even the... judge told me I was blessed to have Spencer on my side because of the amazing work he dose. Spencer is by far the best attorney I have ever worked with. He always keeps great communication and genuinely cares about his clients. If you are in trouble and need help Spencer is the man for the job!!!

Posted by Loretta Mcclain | May 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Person

In 2017 I was charged with 2 felony possession charges which I was innocent of. I was originally assigned a different public defender attorney who would not listen or even try to help me she just kept saying take the plead your guilty. Since my charges was felonies the attorney I was given could not... defend me in a court hearing. Spencer was assigned as my 2nd attorney who could do the court hearings. When I meet him face to face and talked with him I felt a little better. I educated my self with my legal rights and state laws. I got so sick of her telling me I was guilty and to take the plead and she could not answer any of my question I felt I was better off defending my self then having her so I fired her and requested a new attorney. I was then assigned Spencer as my attorney by that time I was charged with another felony charge of failure to appear which was accident. He immediately went to work fighting for me kept me well informed with everything and my options. After meeting and going over everything during are first meeting. I left his office and I started crying I felt for the first time since I had gotten the charges I now have a fighting chance. He listen to everything I said and answer ever question honestly good or bad. When we went to court finally I was just blown away with how Spencer stood up and fought for me specially being a public defender Spencer kept me informed through the whole court hearing. Because of Spencer I was found not guilty on both of the felony possession charges and the felony failure to appear he had thrown out. If I had the original attorney I no for a fact I would have 3 felony charges on my record and my life would of been ruined for ever. I will always be grateful to Spencer Todd not only did he get a not guilty verdict on the charges He saved my life. Spencer already has built a good solid reputation as attorney he is going to be the best attorney in Salem that everybody wants for attorney. If you want a fighter the Spencer is the person.

Posted by Sheldon | February 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Knowledgeable Attorney

I was referred to Spencer by a close friend after never having any kind of legal issues. I had no clue how the process worked and I was very nervous to be in court for the first time. Thankfully Spencer guided me through every step in a professional knowledgeable manner. He is an extremely talente...d attorney with a go getter attitude. He will tell you exactly what he thinks and what he can do for you throughout your case. He’s an outstanding communicator and keeps you informed of even the smallest details. My case from start to finish ended in just under two months and I couldn’t have been happier with the outcome. He negotiated an outcome with the DA that worked best for me and my family. It allowed us to put our lives back together and on track. I will never be able to thank him enough for how he handled my case. You definitely want him representing you and in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Clueless and unconcerned

Spencer failed to help me. At first he seemed like he knew what he was doing; he came off as someone who knew what they were doing. I bought into that confidence. I told him my case and how I had been falsely acussed and how these people would not stop there to hurt me. He seemed unfazed and unconcer...ned of my situation. I was dealing with abuse charges. He took over 3 months to get me a evaluation or poly scheduled. I was eager to prove my innocence. All he did was constantly say we needed to do what prosecutor demanded. He changed the judge we originally had which was a awesome judge. He changed judges not once but 3 times without my consent at all. I then show up to a routine monthly status conference and he begins to falsely acusse me saying I had missed court or said I had not kept up with appointments which I had. I get arrested based off a secret indictment and they again didn't let me take a poly before arresting me. I go off at him at court and tell him I've already wasted a lot of money on bail alone and hes done nothing to help me. Pretty sure he didn't even know the status on my case. When I get arrested for no good reason he promises to call my family and notify them on what happened, the least he could of done and he didn't. He then tells the judge he wants to step down from case, not only that but he gives the prosecutor all our defense and evaluation reports and therapist names so the prosecutor could subpoena him. Talk about throwing me under the bus and giving up. If you want a attorney who gets on their knees and obeys everything prosecutor demands as a way of winning a case then Spencer Todd is the attorney for you. Pit Bull??? haha Maybe when it comes to dealing with parking tickets but not a felony.

Posted by Cat | March 27, 2016 | Criminal Defense

dependable, honorable, sincere

Spencer Todd with out a doubt is a justice for all stand up guy. "Courage is doing what's right regardless of the consequences", and that best explains Mr. Todd's demeanor. I was able to seek him out before court and explain the unfortunate circumstances surrounding my finances incarceration. He was ...straight up with the facts and questioned important facts. Once the facts where aligned, he spoke up for what was just and fair and never let any barriers shake him, in fact he rose to each obstacle with a professional mind set and was very poised and confident. It is safe to say his intelligence speaks aloud, unafraid of whom is listening and his determination is admirable to say the least. I will call on him again and highly recommend him to represent you, especially if you are in need of a trustworthy guy on your side.

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Spencer Todd's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Foroshani

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Spencer is an exceptional attorney. He is smart, thorough, sharp, fierce, & compassionate. He is committed to getting real justice for his clients. As a public defender, if I have to conflict off a case, Spencer is the attorney I seek to take over the case. That’s because I trust him to fight fearlessly for my clients & treat them with dignity & compassion."

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Richard Cowan

Unknown lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In four short years Spencer has established himself as a most competent young lawyer. Judges speak highly of his skills, preparedness, and professionalism. We have consulted on several matters and the give and take is a two way street. He demonstrates a quiet confidence and comes to court fully prepared. His positions are well researched and his memos supported by persuasive authority. Most importantly he is ready to try cases that can not be settled. I completely endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Gage

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Todd as a criminal defense attorney. He is highly intelligent and is respected by judges and other attorneys. I routinely refer cases to him because of his expertise in criminal law. Mr. Todd works hard for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

2013

Cum Laude, Willamette University College of Law

2013

Bruce Spaulding Memorial Award for Trial Advocacy, Willamette University College of Law

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Public Defender, Spencer Todd, Attorney at Law

Associations

2021 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Marion County Association of Defenders

Board Member

2015 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Marion County Association of Defenders

Member

2013 - Present

Marion County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Oregon State Bar Association

Member

Education

2013

Willamette University College of Law

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

2010

Willamette University

Bachelor of Arts

2006

South Salem High School

Speaking Engagements

2016

Puff Puff Pass

Attempted DUII and Marijuana

Publications

Languages

English

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