"The Massachusetts Bar has a lot of credibility. As the School is attracting a more national population that's something for prospective students to consider. For me, being able to pass the bar in a state with such a solid reputation and then have the flexibility to practice in another state was pretty important in my decision to study at a Massachusetts school.

"I attended a small liberal arts college in California with no classes above 20 students. I was looking for a similar experience in law school. The small section size, even in the evening program, really influenced my decision."

Prior to law school, Spencer earned his paralegal certificate and worked as intern in Washington, DC law firm while working full-time managing a restaurant. During his first year of law school, he began working as a law clerk for the Springfield firm of Pellegrini, Seeley, Ryan & Blakesley, P.C.

Despite his busy schedule, Spencer has found the time to be active in student life, serving as the vice president of the Student Bar Association. He helped to start a new organization, the Sports and Entertainment Law Society, which was voted Student Club of the Year in 2007.