Samuel E Spital

Former Deputy Attorney General, California Dept. of Justice

Samuel Spital is the Managing Attorney at Spital and Associates. He is committed to personal service; his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness are only surpassed by his exceptionally high level of concern for his client. The law firm serves individuals and businesses in a wide array of administrative law, criminal defense and civil litigation. Sam Spital began his legal career as a Deputy Attorney General for the California Department of Justice (serving from 1970 – 1978, in both the Criminal and Civil Law Divisions). As a Deputy Attorney General, he handled over 50 appeals, in all State and Federal Courts. Additionally, he prosecuted several hundred businesses and professionals licensed by the State for unprofessional conduct, violations of criminal statutes, gross negligence, consumer fraud, white-collar crimes, and other misdeeds. He represented nearly every State Agency, California Board and Bureau in cases involving fraud, breach of contract, construction defects, negligence, malpractice, health care, unprofessional conduct and unfair business practices In 1978, Sam started his own Law Firm, eventually becoming Managing Attorney supervising seven offices throughout California, a team of 10 lawyers and nearly 50 employees handling over 10,000 cases. Also, Sam served as a Deputy Probation Officer for the County of San Diego (2001-2002) in the Adult Field Services section at the Hall of Justice in Downtown, San Diego. Sam’s relentless focus on his clients and their needs and desires continues to be the paradigm for his law firm. The motto is: “A Law Firm that Cares!”

Gov & Administrative Law
Administrative Law, Election Law, Government Contracts, Government Finance, Legislative & Government Affairs
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
DUI & DWI
White Collar Crime
Juvenile Law
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Fees
  • Free Consultation
California
Since 1971
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Languages

  • English:
    Spoken, Written

Special Master
State Bar of California
2004 –

Current

The purpose of the Special Masters Program Rules and Regulations is to establish a program to implement the State Bar of California’s responsibilities under Penal Code section 1524 by which qualified attorneys serve as Special Masters to balance the interest of professionals (e.g., attorneys, physicians, psychotherapists, and the clergy) and their clients in protecting privileged materials with the interest of prosecutors in securing evidence of suspected criminal activity. Special Masters are appointed by and responsible to the appointing court. The
Managing Attorney
Spital and Associates
1978 –

Current

Sam Spital brings 38 years of integrity, dependability and good judgment, qualities indispensable in every aspect of Sam’s life and the most important attributes for your attorney. The firm has several practice areas, as follows: Administrative Law & Professional Licensing; Criminal Law and DUI; Employment Law; Education Law; Personal Injury and Real Estate Law. The law firm handles settlement, negotiation, mediation and litigation,striving to provide each client with a thorough understanding of the legal issues, economic realities and alternatives. As Managing Attorney, Sam formulates a “plan of action” after a thorough analysis of the facts and circumstances, thereby working to achieve the goals and expectations of each client.
Deputy Probation Officer
San Diego County Probation Department
2001 –

2002

Sam served as a Deputy Probation Officer for the County of San Diego in the Adult Field Services section at the Hall of Justice in Downtown, San Diego. In this capacity, he performed the required investigation to write and submit Probation Reports to the Superior Court to be used for sentencing of defendants in a host of different criminal cases.
Deputy Attorney General
California Department of Justice
1970 –

1978

As a Deputy Attorney General, Sam handled over 50 criminal appeals in all State and Federal Courts. Additionally, Sam nearly every State Agency, California Board and Bureau; in this capacity, he prosecuted several hundred businesses and professionals licensed by the State for unprofessional conduct, violations of criminal statutes, gross negligence, consumer fraud, white-collar crimes, fraud, breach of contract, construction defects, negligence, malpractice, health care, unprofessional conduct, unfair business practices, and other misdeeds.
California State University – San Diego State University
American Arbitration Association Graduate Certificate (1998) | Alternative Dispute Resolution
1997


1998

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Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
J.D. (1970) | Law
1967


1970

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California State University – Los Angeles
B.A. (1966) | Government: Political Science
1962


1966

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CLIENTS #1 CHOICE AWARD
AVVO
2023
Honorable recognition of #1 client’s Choice Award 2007 thru 2023
Client Champion Gold recognition
MARTINDALE HUBBELL
2023
Honorable recognition of #1 client’s Choice Award 2007 thru 2023
CLIENT’S CHOICE
AVVO
2022
CLIENT’S CHOICE
AVVO
2021
CLIENT’S CHOICE
AVVO
2020

CLIENT’S CHOICE
AVVO
2019
CLIENT’S CHOICE
AVVO
2018
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2017
Recipient of Client’s Choice Award for ten years in a row (beginning 2007 through the present, 2017).
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2016
Client’s Choice in Administrative aw, Criminal Defense, and Litigation since 2007 through 2017.
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2015
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2014
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2014
BEST ATTORNEY
kUDZU
2014
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2013
DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD
Lorman Education Services
2013
BEST ATTORNEY
kUDZU
2012
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2012
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2011
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2010
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2009
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2008
Client’s Choice
Avvo
2007
Certificate of Appreciation
UCSD School of Medicine
1980

National Tournament of Champions

Speech and Community Judge
2011 –
Current
Activities: This is a National Invitational Tournament of Champions, inviting students from across the United States to perform, speak and debate. The 2011 Tournament was held in San Diego, California and Sam Spital served as a Community Judge.
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American Society of Law, Medicine and Ethics

Member
1994 –
Current
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The American Association of Nurse Attorneys

Member
2012 –
2023
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American Bar Association

Member
2010 –
2023
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California State Bar

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Member
1971 –
2023
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Smart Money Magazine

Commentator: “Mortgages and Renegotiation – Bank of America aquisition of Countrywide Financial Corp.”
2009
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Fox Channel 5 News

Commentator: The Important Questions to Ask when Choosing an Attorney
2008
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LaJolla Light Newspaper

Commentator: Murder Arraignment
2008
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Conference on Bullying And Social Aggression in California

Lecturer: Legal & Ethical Considerations – School Responsibilities
2006
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Litigation Skills For Legal Staff in California Conference

Lecturer: Legal Research – Developments in the Law
2005
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American Trial Lawyers Association

Member
1989 –
2005
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American Bar Association

Member
1971 –
1997
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California Trial Lawyers Association

Sustaining Member
1987 –
1989
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National Auto Dealers Association Conference

Lecturer: California Dept.of Motor Vehicles Investigations
1982
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L.A. County Medical Association Annual Conference

Lecturer: Medical Board Disciplinary Actions
1980
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UCSD School of Medicine Health Sciences

Lecturer: New Trends in Long-Term Care
1980
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Articles & Publications
BULLYING: There’s No Place For It In The Workplace!
Lorman Education Services Publication
January 6, 2015
Should California Cut Drug Possession Penalties
Findlaw
June, 2012
A Useful Guidebook To Tenant Rights
BJ & Associates
1997
Tenant Overcharges: Pendulum Has Swung Another Direction
San Diego Business Journal
1994
No Fault: Is It The Answer?
San Diego County Bar Association DICTA Magazine
1988

Nip Disciplinary Actions In The Bud
Western Journal of Medicine
1981
Reducing Risk of Negligence
Dental Management
1981
Reducing The Risk of Medical Malpractice
Western Journal of Medicine
1981
Check Out Legal Points in Your Medical Practice
Western Journal of Medicine
1978
Doctor, You are Under Investigation
Medical Economics
1978
Optometric Practice Under The Law
California Optometrist
1978
Understanding Physician Rights and Liabilities Under The California Medical Practice Act
Western Journal of Medicine
1978
Understanding the California Contractors License Law
Pool News
1978

Websites & Blogs

Website
Website
Blog
Are Firearms The Real Problem or People Who Abuse them?
Blog
Appeals Court Upholds California Death Penalty
Blog
Medical Board of California Fall, 2015 Newsletter

Blog
Renewal of Professional and Occupational Licenses
Blog
Governor Brown Extends The Enforcement Power of Board of Registered Nursing
Blog
New California Law For Traffic Fines
Blog
Is a University Liable for Violence on the Campus?
Blog
Women in the Legal System – As a Judge or Judged as a Lawyer
Blog
What To Do If You Get A Call or Letter From The Government?


Main Office
8880 Rio San Diego Dr.
#800
San Diego, CA 92108
US
Telephone: (619) 583-0350
Fax: (619) 583-1850