Scott Spencer

Overview

Scott Spencer is a seasoned litigator with over 15 years of experience representing clients across a broad range of complex civil litigation matters. His practice focuses on defense of employment discrimination claims, catastrophic injury defense, and wrongful death claims. Scott brings a wealth of public and private sector experience, having served in several roles in the General Counsel’s office of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, most recently as the Senior Lead Counsel for Litigation for both the MBTA and MassDOT.

At the MBTA and MassDOT, Scott managed high-stakes litigation and appeals, supervised legal teams, and advised internal departments on risk management and liability exposures. His work included first-chair trial responsibilities, overseeing outside counsel, drafting and arguing motions and appeals, and participating in contract negotiations with a focus on risk allocation and insurance requirements. Prior to his government service, Scott represented individuals, corporations, and agencies at a Boston-based litigation firm.

Apart from his legal experience, Scott was an elected member of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee from 2016 to 2024. Scott served on the Rules, Resolutions, Charter Amendments, and By-Laws Subcommittees. Scott worked extensively to build relationships with elected officials in state and local government and continues to maintain those relationships. Scott collaborated with state legislators, municipal leaders, and party officials to support endorsed candidates, develop strategic campaign plans, and advance policy goals.

Scott is also a volunteer author and lecturer on governmental tort liability and immunities for Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE).

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