Spencer L. Edelman

Spencer L. Edelman concentrates his legal practice in creditors’ rights and commercial litigation. He helps clients, including banks, private lenders, and professionals, recover secured and unsecured debts. His work spans foreclosures, bankruptcy, and collections across industries such as manufacturing, housing, hospitality, and real estate.

Spencer earned his Bachelor of Arts in History cum laude from Macalester College in 2006. He later received his Juris Doctor from the University of Arizona in 2009. From 2013 to 2014, he served as a law clerk for United States Bankruptcy Judge David Thuma, gaining valuable court experience early in his legal journey.

Spencer advises clients on matters related to title disputes, equipment financing, and vehicle repossession. His litigation practice covers product liability, including asbestos defense, contract disputes, and landlord-tenant issues. He also handles legal concerns tied to natural resources and commercial real estate transactions.

Spencer has earned recognition for his work in the legal field. He is named in Best Lawyers in America® for bankruptcy and creditor-debtor rights. Additionally, he has been listed as a Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation and selected as a Southwest Rising Star for several consecutive years.

Spencer is active in professional service and community outreach. He chaired the Bankruptcy Law Section and Young Lawyers’ Division of the State Bar of New Mexico. He frequently volunteers with the Wills for Heroes program, offering free wills to first responders. He also supports initiatives like the Volunteer Attorney Project and Law La Palooza legal fairs.

Spencer L. Edelman currently serves in leadership roles and remains committed to guiding clients through complex financial and legal challenges. His consistent focus on creditors’ rights and litigation helps individuals and organizations protect their interests and resolve disputes efficiently.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Modrall Sperling Law Firm
• Former Chair, State Bar of New Mexico, Bankruptcy Law Section
• Former Chair, State Bar of New Mexico, Young Lawyers’ Division

Licensed State

• New Mexico

Education

• James E. Rogers College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Macalester College
  BA in History, Classics, Math

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