R. Keith SpencerFamily Law Attorney


R. Keith Spencer

Keith Spencer is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. That Board Certification mark of excellence and distinguished accomplishment is attained by only one in ten Texas attorneys. It indicates that Keith has substantial, relevant experience and has demonstrated the same in family law cases.

Keith was admitted to the Texas Bar in 1987. Mr. Spencer is a graduate of Southern Methodist University and holds Bachelor’s and Master's degrees in Communications from the University of North Texas.

Mr. Spencer has practiced Family Law in Tarrant County for over 30 years. He is a qualified mediator authorized to assist in the resolution of family law matters involving children. He was the founder of the AV-rated Fort Worth firm of Spencer, Greene, Cox & Warren and joined Bailey & Galyen in 2002.

Keith is admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Texas, as well as the U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth and Federal Circuits and the U.S. Supreme Court. An experienced trial lawyer, he has tried numerous civil cases in state and federal court, as well as handling state criminal proceedings. He is also experienced in the prosecution of appeals and the defense of Child Protective Services investigations.

Keith is trained in collaborative law and is a long-standing member of the Tarrant County Bar Association. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Tarrant County Family Bar Association.

Areas of Practice

  • Family Law
  • Litigation
  • Collaborative Law
  • Mediation

Litigation Percentage

  • 90% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
  • Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, 2006

Bar Admissions

  • Texas, 1987
  • U.S. Federal Courts, 1987
  • Supreme Court of United States, 1992

Education

  • Southern Methodist University School of Law, Dallas, Texas
    • J.D. – 1986
  • University of North Texas
    • Master's degree
    • Major: Communications
  • University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
    • B.A. – 1982
    • Major: Communications

Honors and Awards

  • Orgain, Bell & Tucker Award, 1985
  • Geary, Stahl & Spencer Mock Trial Award, 1986

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Tarrant County Bar Association, Member
  • Tarrant County Family Bar, Member
  • Texas State Bar Association, Family Law Sections, Member
  • Texas State Bar Association, Litigation Section, Member
  • College of the State Bar of Texas, Member
  • Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists, Member