Fay Frances Spence
Law Offices of Fay Frances Spence • Roanoke, VA
Litigation Criminal Defense
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Contact
Email
Phone
(540) 339-7439
Address
Roanoke, VA, US
Professional
About
Fay Frances Spence is a dedicated attorney with the Law Offices of Fay Frances Spence in Roanoke, Virginia, where she represents individuals in litigation and criminal defense matters. With a practice grounded in careful preparation, clear communication, and a strong commitment to client advocacy, she works to protect her clients’ rights and guide them through challenging legal situations with confidence and professionalism. Her experience in both litigation and criminal defense allows her to approach each matter with a strategic mindset focused on achieving the best possible outcome under the circumstances. Clients turn to Fay Frances Spence for attentive legal counsel and a steadfast commitment to personalized representation. She understands that every case is unique and requires a thoughtful approach tailored to the client’s specific goals and concerns. Whether handling a contested dispute or defending against criminal charges, she strives to provide practical guidance, responsive service, and strong legal advocacy at every stage of the process. Based in Roanoke at 210 First St., SW, Ste. 400, Fay Frances Spence serves clients seeking an experienced and determined attorney in litigation and criminal defense. Her practice reflects a dedication to professionalism, integrity, and the pursuit of justice, making her a trusted resource for individuals in need of skilled legal support.
About Litigation Law
Litigation attorneys represent clients in civil lawsuits, handling all aspects of disputes from filing through trial and appeal. They are skilled advocates in and out of the courtroom. Common matters include civil disputes, business litigation, contract disputes, appeals.
Credentials
Education
2005 Old Dominion University M.A. 1987 Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of Wm & Mary J.D. 1983 St. Leo College B.A., summa cum laude
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
1987 Writing Competition, 3rd place, Food and Drug Law Institute 1987 Significant Legal Scholarship, West Publishing Company 1987 American Jurisprudence Award in Criminal Procedure, Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Co. 1986 Significant Legal Scholarship, West Publishing Company 1986 American Jurisprudence Award in Jurisprudence, Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Co.
Publications
2009 The Champion Book Review of Hard Time & Nursery Rhymes by Claudia Trupp 2008 Bepress.com Contempt for the Rights of Man: The Role of Prosecutorial Misconduct in Virginia Capital Cases 2005 Old Dominion University Thesis Boys Will Be Boys: A Social Control Approach to the Assessment of Gender-Based Sentencing Disparity 1999 The Virginian Pilot, Law Matters Section I Thought I had Full Coverage! 1997 The Recovery Confidentiality Protection Expanded for LHL
Associations
2011 - Present Federal Bar Association Roanoke Steering Committee 2007 - Present Federal Defenders Association 2002 - Present National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 2001 - 2003 Lawyers Helping Lawyers Chairman, Tidewater Committee 1999 - 2000 Norfolk Portsmouth Bar Association ADR Committee
Speaking
2011 Frank Dunham Annual Criminal Law Conference Legal Ethics and Lawyer Distress: Dealing With Burnout, Depression, Mental Illness, and Substance Abuse 2010 Frank Dunham Third Annual Criminal Law Conference Prosecutorial Misconduct: What Defense Lawyers Need to Know 2005 Second Annual Trial Skills Bootcampt Motions to Suppress 2000 Alternative Dispute Resolution Seminar New Ethics Rules Related to ADR 1995 Personal Injury Seminar, Dealing with Damages Using IMEs
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Updated: Sep 02, 2026