Spencer H. Gunnerson

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Spencer H. Gunnerson: Attorney with Kemp Jones, LLP
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Spencer H. Gunnerson is a partner at Kemp Jones, LLP and conducts a litigation practice with an emphasis on commercial, real estate and title litigation. Spencer has successfully represented numerous large corporations, developers, title companies, banks, and individuals, both as plaintiffs and defendants. He has also actively participated in the litigation of wrongful death, product liability and appellate matters. Spencer has extensive experience in representing his clients in court and at mediation; and has successfully argued before the Nevada Supreme Court. As a result of his efforts to work at the highest levels of professional excellence, Spencer is the recipient of Martindale-Hubbell’s highest AV rating. His distinction as an elite litigator has been recognized through the honors he's received as a Best Lawyer in Commercial Litigation for 2021-2023, a Super Lawyer in Commercial Litigation in 2023, and a Nevada Business Magazine Top Rank Attorney in 2023. Previously, he was named as a Super Lawyers Mountain States Rising Star and one of Nevada Business Magazine’s Best Up and Coming Attorneys.

As a graduate from the S.J. Quinney School of Law at the University of Utah, Spencer served as the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Law & Family Studies in 2002-2003. He is the author of two publications: Franco v. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: The Constitutionality of Clergy Malpractice Claims, JLFS, Vol. 4, No. 1; and Pitiful Plaintiffs: Child Welfare Litigation and Federal Courts, JLFS, Vol. 4, No. 2.

In addition to practicing law, Spencer enjoys spending time with his family, cycling, and serving in his church and in the community. In 2013, he served as the President of the Governing Board for a local charter school and seeks to be an active participant in education. Spencer is a member of the Clark County and Nevada Bar Associations, as well as the Nevada Justice Association.
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Areas of Practice (6)

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Construction Litigation
  • Title Insurance Defense
  • Wrongful Death
  • Products Liability

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Brigham Young University, B.A., 1999
Law School Attended:
University of Utah, J.D., 2003
Year of First Admission:
2004
Admission:
2004, Nevada; 2004, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Memberships:
Clark County Bar Association; State Bar of Nevada; Nevada Justice Association.
Languages:
German
ISLN:
917627659

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (18 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/17/21 in Commercial Litigation

    Spencer Gunnerson is an excellent attorney with a very pleasant personality and very easy to work with. A real gentleman. And very good litigator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 06/03/20 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other on 08/16/19 in Commercial Litigation

    I've known Mr. Gunnerson for nearly 20 years. He's an excellent and ethical litigator.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/05/19 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/15/18 in Commercial Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/10/17 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/06/17 in Real Estate Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/06/17 in Commercial Litigation

    Spencer is an outstanding individual and attorney. He is a consummate professional and very smart. I fully endorse him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/05/17 in Commercial Litigation

    He is an aggresive attorney that maintains the utmost level of professionalism.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/03/17 in Commercial Litigation

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