About Russell M. Mick
Russell M. Mick Spence is an attorney admitted to practice in Minnesota. He earned a law degree and later gained admission to the Minnesota bar. His career has been rooted in the state's courts and agencies, where he advises clients on matters governed by Minnesota law.
He began practicing law after law school and has spent his career working on contested and non-contested matters across the state. Early work included courtroom appearances and administrative hearings. Over time he expanded his practice to include negotiation, drafting, and client counseling.
Spence’s work often involves guiding clients through procedural stages and the substantive rules that shape outcomes in state proceedings. He handles pleadings, motions, discovery, and hearings. He also prepares written submissions for administrative review and represents clients at in-person proceedings when necessary. His experience in these routine tasks gives clients a clear understanding of what to expect from each stage of a case.
Colleagues describe him as straightforward in his handling of legal issues and practical in his advice. He tends to break problems down into manageable steps and explain options in plain language. That approach helps clients weigh risks and make decisions on litigation, settlement, or administrative remedies.
Spence maintains ties to the Minnesota legal community and stays familiar with changes in state procedures and rules that affect his practice. He has worked with a mix of individuals and business clients, and his docket has included matters that required both courtroom advocacy and negotiated resolutions. He has built practical skills in case management and client communication.
He practices at The Spence Law Office, where he represents clients in matters arising under Minnesota law. His current work focuses on representing clients in proceedings before Minnesota state courts and administrative agencies.
