Mark Stubbs: Practicing Law Around the World, Politics & Building Fillmore Spencer

Legends in the Law is a podcast that explores the stories, minds, and moments that have shaped the legal world. Through interviews with legendary lawyers, legal scholars, and deep dives into landmark cases and events, Host Randy Spencer uncovers the lessons, impact, and legacy behind the law. In this debut episode Randy sits down with attorney Mark Stubbs, whose remarkable career has taken him far beyond the courtroom. From helping clients in Israel, Ecuador, Chile, Ukraine, Germany and beyond, Mark shares the stories behind a truly unconventional legal career. Along the way he reflects on practicing international law from small-town Idaho, navigating complex business disputes, advocating for clients in high-stakes litigation, and the lessons learned from decades of solving problems for people and businesses around the world. More than a collection of fascinating legal stories, this episode explores what makes a career in law meaningful: integrity, service, curiosity and a willingness to embrace unexpected opportunities. Whether you're a practicing attorney, law student, or simply fascinated by the people behind landmark legal work, this conversation offers a rare look inside the experiences that shape a true legend in the law. Topics include: Early days of BYU Law School Practicing law in Arizona and Idaho Serving in the Idaho Legislature International business law Building a global legal practice from rural Idaho Litigation in Israel Mediating a case in Germany Representing clients throughout Latin America Teaching law in Ukraine The founding of Fillmore Spencer Balancing law, family, and service Advice for aspiring lawyers