After graduating from Okay (Oklahoma) high school and The Oklahoma State University, Spencer Farris worked in the recycling industry. Recycling is a progressive industry, and one frequently sees visions of the future in recycling. It was such a vision, not to mention a pink slip and finding his belongings in the parking lot that told him it was time to move from that industry to another career.

So, utilizing one of the six options available to someone with an English degree from an agriculture and mechanical university, Spencer went to law school. Fate chuckled.

Some 12 years later, Spencer Farris joined the Levison Group. As the only personal injury trial attorney in the group, he brings a different perspective on the law from his better heeled, corporate law companions. His vocabulary is made up of the newest lingo, courtesy of his two young sons, and country wisdom which is completely out of place in his suburban surroundings. Punctuation is random, as are complete sentences.

Spencer views the law as a noble calling, and stands in awe of the men and women of the bar who have made our country great.  And perhaps a bit perturbed at the one or two dunderheads who have sullied the profession through greed or stupidity. He is a board certified civil trial advocate, and a bona fide trial attorney, both of civil and criminal cases. His columns are the thoughts of one whose rose-colored glasses are beginning to fade to clear.

His hobbies include fishing, diesel engine repair, motorcycling, snipe hunting, and watching college football. He is a member of the NRA and local chamber of commerce, a youth sports coach, and helps with cub scout activities. Church and secret society affiliations are available on request.  Any similarities to other persons, living or deceased, is completely coincidental. And unfortunate.

You may contact Spencer at farris@levisongroup.com.

"I found your article both entertaining and insightful.
I wish more lawyers could be so objective!"
Clyde S. Cahill
United States District Court Judge