Spencer A. Shockness

Spencer Shockness is an associate in Fennemore’s Business Litigation practice group based in the firm’s Phoenix office. He represents businesses, business owners, and organizations in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, helping clients resolve complex disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and trial. His practice includes business disputes, contract litigation, commercial litigation, product liability matters, collections, and other civil litigation involving business interests. Spencer also serves as Chair of Fennemore’s Diversity & Inclusion Council.

Spencer works closely with clients to develop practical litigation strategies that align with their business objectives, whether resolving disputes through favorable settlements or advocating for them in court. Before joining Fennemore as an attorney, Spencer was a summer associate with the firm. His interest in product liability law began while earning his undergraduate degree at Arizona State University and continued through law school.

As a member of the Arizona State Law Journal, he published scholarship examining Amazon’s potential liability under Arizona law for defective products sold through its online marketplace, reflecting his longstanding interest in the evolving intersection of product liability and e-commerce. Spencer’s background as a member of Arizona State University’s debate team helped shape the advocacy and analytical skills he brings to every case. He is passionate about helping clients navigate complex legal challenges and finding efficient, effective solutions to business disputes.

Outside the office, Spencer officiates college football games for the NAIA and NCAA, as well as high school football for the Arizona Interscholastic Association. Before attending law school, he earned his Arizona real estate license and worked in property management, giving him additional perspective on real estate and business-related issues. He is also an avid trading card game enthusiast.

Education

J.D., Magna Cum Laude, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
- Fennemore Diversity Scholar
B.A., Summa Cum Laude, W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University; Barrett the Honors College, Arizona State University