Alex Spiro

Alex Spiro is a partner in the New York office and Co-Chair of the Investigations, Government Enforcement & White Collar Defense Practice. Known for his dynamic courtroom presence, he has tried over 50 cases to verdict, achieving notable victories in federal and state courts. His global litigation experience spans numerous complex disputes and legal domains.

Mr. Spiro earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School and graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in Psychology from Tufts University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He also received honors such as the Albert Imlah writing and ACC Northeast Ethics Lawyering awards. His academic foundation informs his strategic approach to complex litigation and investigations.

Mr. Spiro’s legal career began in public service as a Manhattan prosecutor. He was instrumental in convicting serial killers Rodney Alcala and Travis Woods. Additionally, he collaborated with the Conviction Integrity Unit on wrongful conviction investigations, showcasing his commitment to justice and reform.

Mr. Spiro’s practice encompasses white collar defense, regulatory matters, securities litigation, defamation, intellectual property, and more. He has led high-stakes trials and investigations across the U.S. and Europe, often handling intricate financial and legal issues on behalf of corporations and individuals alike.

Beyond practice, Alex Spiro serves as faculty for Harvard’s Trial Advocacy Program, lectures at Harvard Law School, and chairs The Fair Punishment Project. He is also Counsel to the Reform Alliance, advocating for criminal justice reform. These roles reflect his dedication to legal education and systemic change.

Mr. Spiro’s diverse background includes leadership roles in psychiatric care prior to law school, where he developed treatment programs at McLean Hospital. Today, he continues to leverage his multidisciplinary expertise and courtroom acumen to protect client interests and advance meaningful legal outcomes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
• Member, United States Southern District of New York
• Member, United States Eastern District of New York
• Member, United States Supreme Court
• Member, United States Court of Appeals: Second Circuit

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tufts University
  BA in Psychology with Summa Cum Laude

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