Alexis Spencer-Anderson, Esq., Paralegal Specialist on Influential Women
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Alexis Spencer-Anderson, Esq.

Attorney

Paralegal Specialist, U.S. Department of Justice

Washington, DC 20530

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, College of Law- J.D. Degree University of Tampa- Bachelor's Cert Certified Fraud Examiner Cert Attorney Cert Private Investigator Intern Member Women's Law Caucus Member Marshall Bell Law Society Member Black Lawyer Student Association Member Stonewall Member ACLU Member Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Member Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Chapter Assoc. of Certified Fraud Examiners

Her Story

About Alexis

Alexis Spencer-Anderson, Esq. is a results-driven legal professional and Certified Fraud Examiner with a strong track record supporting complex federal investigations and high-stakes litigation. Currently serving as a Paralegal Specialist in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division, Money Laundering, Narcotics & Forfeiture Section, Alexis plays a critical role in prosecuting long-term financial crimes, including bank fraud, wire fraud, bribery, and international money laundering. Her work spans large-scale electronic discovery, statutory analysis, grand jury coordination, and trial support, contributing to landmark enforcement efforts that promote corporate accountability and protect the integrity of the financial system.

Previously, Alexis supported federal prosecutors at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Washington, D.C., working on matters involving child exploitation, human trafficking, violent crime, firearms and narcotics trafficking, and the January 6th investigations. Her exceptional performance earned multiple awards from the DOJ and FBI, reflecting her ability to manage sensitive cases with precision, discretion, and composure under pressure. Across numerous trials, she has been instrumental in legal drafting, evidence management, case law research, trial technology, and witness preparation.

A graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University College of Law, Alexis brings a unique blend of legal training, investigative expertise, and compliance insight to her work. With credentials spanning anti-money laundering, white-collar crime, and fraud examination, she is actively expanding her impact in corporate compliance and financial crime enforcement while remaining deeply committed to advancing justice, protecting communities, and strengthening public trust in the legal system.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Alexis

01What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to relentless dedication, strong mentorship, and a deep commitment to justice, paired with the resilience to perform under pressure and keep learning in high-stakes environments. My willingness to collaborate, think critically, and stay purpose-driven—especially when the work is difficult—has shaped both my career and my impact.

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