Arnold Spencer

Attorney Arnold Spencer is a highly skilled and knowledgeable lawyer who has been handling cases involving white collar crimes, asset forfeiture, and related issues for over 28 years. He graduated from the University of Texas School of Law in 1994, and in the years since then, he has built experience as a trial lawyer and gained a reputation as a strong litigator. He served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of Texas, where he prosecuted more than 100 federal cases, and he has also provided representation as a defense attorney in a large number of cases involving white collar crimes. He received the John Marshall Award from the U.S. Department of Justice and was recognized with a courage and valor award from the Securities and Exchange Commission. With his understanding of state and federal laws and regulations related to financial crimes and other offenses, he can provide strong representation for those who need to defend against asset forfeiture.

Honors and Awards

Super Lawyers, 2020-Present

Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2007John Marshall Award, Department of Justice

Securities & Exchange Commission, Courage and Valor AwardPublished Works

International White Collar Enforcement: Leading Lawyers on Preventive Measures, Regulatory Compliance, Aspatore Books, 2015

Classes/Seminars

Cryptocurrency Regulations, New York Federal Reserve, 11/01/2018 to Present

Emerging Regulations for Digital Currency Companies, Texas Bankers Association, 04/01/2018 to Present

SEC Regulations of Cryptocurrencies, Dallas Bar Association, 05/01/2018 to Present

Past Employment Positions

United States Attorney's Office, Eastern Texas, Chief, Criminal Division, 2006 to 2010United States Attorney's Office, Eastern Texas, Asst. U.S. Attorney, 2000 to 2010