Crystal Collins Spencer

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Crystal Collins Spencer

4.6
31 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Pensacola, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

316 South Baylen Street, Suite 520, Pensacola, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Crystal

Biography

Experience and reputation matter when selecting an attorney, most particularly in Divorce.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Family 20%

20%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

15%
Medical Malpractice 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 39 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1986

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Spencer Law, PA

316 South Baylen Street, Suite 520, Pensacola, FL, 32502

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Spencer Law PA

246 Tupelo Courtyard, Sandestin, FL, 32550

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Law Offices of Crystal Collins Spencer

205 Brooks St SE Suite #301, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548

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Crystal Collins Spencer's Reviews

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Posted by Chris | September 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Crystal saved my life

I owe my life to Crystal. My whole world turned upside down in March 2023 loosing my house to a fire, then loosing my mum, then my wife asking for a divorce soon after. I was lost..a good friend sent me to see Crystal. Having Crystal by my side and protecting me from what was to come, and the amazi...ng team she put together, including Jason, Lauren, and Sheryl….made me feel secure and gave me the strength to face the reality of everything that happened. Crystal and her team, made me feel good about myself. They went above and beyond, and dug deep to find what I would have never thought. Today, I look forward to the future..a future where I still have my business and a future where I will be living with my lovely children in a new house that I designed. All the bad and evil things that happened to me are now behind me, if it wasn’t for Crystal, I would have never known the truth. I highly recommend Crystal and her team. Love them all. ❤️

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding Firm

I had to release my initial counsel after getting nothing done for nearly two years. Crystal not only helped move the process forward in a timely manner but had to do a lot of damage control from significant issues and mistakes from the first attorney. I got a very reasonable settlement within months... and have been able to move on with my life. Thanks Crystal and your team

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Truly the BEST!

truly could not have chosen a better firm to work with. Not only is Crystal and her team very responsive, but they are incredibly hardworking and empathetic. Custody or divorce is never something anyone wants to have to endure, but Crystal, Melissa, and their office staff helped ease my fears and f...ought for me every step of the way. Thanks to Crystal and Melissa, I achieved the best outcome for my daughter and I am forever grateful for making the decision to use Spencer Law. I would chose them over and over again.

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Unmatched Excellence

Mine was a child custody case. My ex-girlfriend fled the state, while pregnant with our child, after threatening abortion and adoption, to pursue a relationship with her boyfriend in Florida, and her plan was to completely exclude me from my daughter's life, thinking that if she moved to Florida and ...I couldn't find her, I would not pursue any legal action. Thankfully a good friend of mine recommended Mrs. Spencer. Thanks to her I now have 50-50 custody and can be part of my daughter's life. Crystal is extremely knowledgeable, and an outstanding lawyer. She is also straight-forward and will not let you live with unrealistic expectations, whether you like it or not. While it was evident the opposing counsel preparation was moderate and was winging it as the trial went, Crystal spent the 4 days prior to the trial preparing (including a Saturday and a Sunday), reading every mail, cross checking every work schedule with daycare signing sheets, and her hard work was reflected at the trial. Her years of experience also showed up. When my ex-gf found herself against the ropes by her tough questions about her actions, she accused me of physically abusing her, but Crystal caught the lie and right away asked her several follow up questions (i.e. the circumstances, the date, etc), which she could not answer and exposed her lie. She is also surrounded by an outstanding staff, that works as hard as she does. While her services are expensive, she is worth every penny, and again, she is the only reason why I now have a great relationship with my wonderful girl.

Posted by Sean | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Professional and Knowledgeable

Professional, efficient and extremely knowledgeable! These are the traits that I would use to describe her and what makes an outstanding attorney. Hard-working, pointed and the ability extract the pertinent details. I truly enjoyed her focus and determination to provide an excellent outcome with... my case. Thanks Again, Sean

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Crystal Collins Spencer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Larry Matthews

Medical malpractice lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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H. Reeder

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kerry Schultz

Litigation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Crystal is an ethical attorney who has a tireless work ethic. She represents her clients well and treats her colleagues with respect. I highly recommend her as an attorney."

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Michael Schofield

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Crystal Is tough, smart, and dedicated to a client. No hesitation in recommending Crystal for your legal needs."

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Bruce Partington

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Crystal is a very talented and sought after lawyer for family law cases, particularly for those which are complex. Our firm does not have a family law practice, but we regularly refer matters to Crystal because we have trust and confidence that she will handle it very well and do a good job for her clients."

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Virginia Buchanan

Medical malpractice lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Spencer is always professional and well prepared. She is detailed, specific and organized, and those qualities make her a formidable opponent in litigation."

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Susan Carroll

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Crystal is a talented and dedicated attorney. She works hard and knows how to create an environment that leads to truth and justice being released for her clients. She is an attorney that other attorneys look up to and seek to emulate. I endorse this lawyer"

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Susan Carroll

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2015

Lifetime Charter Member, Best Attorneys of America

2015

Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2014

Profiles/Leading Attorneys, Town & Country

2014

Women Leaders in the Law, Fortune Magazine

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2014

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Charter Member, American Academy of Medical Malpractice Attorneys

2011

Community Service Award, Escambia Santa Rosa Bar Association

2009

named community Winner 2009, Independent News

2007

Outstanding Woman in Business, Pensacola Business Journal

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Outstanding Freshman Volunteer, American Heart Association, Florida/Puerto Rico

2006

Florida Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers

2006

Best Local Attorney, Independent News

N/A

Barrister, Order of Justitia, Litigation Counsel of America

N/A

Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America

N/A

Barrister, Order of Certus, Litigation Counsel of America

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Shareholder/President, Spencer Law PA

2008 - 2010

Shareholder, Lozier Thames Frazier Spencer

1994 - 2007

Shareholder & Director, Emmanuel, Sheppard & Condon

1990 - 1994

Attorney, Beggs & Lane

1985 - 1990

Assistant State Attorney, Assistant State Attorney, 1st Judicial Circuit

Associations

2013 - Present

American Heart Association - National

Volunteer Training Task Force

2011 - Present

Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation

Trustee

2008 - Present

Florida Bar, Health Law Section

2008 - Present

American Heart Association - Northwest Florida Division

Heart Ball: Executive Leadership Team

2006 - Present

American Heart Association - Greater Southeast Affiliate (FL, GA, AL, MS, LA, TN, PR)

Board of Directors

2005 - Present

American Heart Association

Heart Walk: Advocacy Volunteer

2000 - Present

Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section

Pensacola State College

Anna Society, Founding Member

Covenant Hospice

Ruby Society

National Society of Fund Raising Executives

Recognized as Outstanding Volunteer

United Way

Alexis de Tocqueville Society Member

2013 - 2013

University of West Florida

WUWF Crystal Circle

2008 - 2012

American Heart Association - Florida/Puerto Rico Affiliate

Florida Advocacy Subcommittee

2007 - 2009

University of West Florida

Nautilus Society

2004 - 2009

Pensacola Bay Area IMPACT 100

Member

1992 - 2006

Pensacola Little Theater/Pensacola Cultural Center

Board Member and Numerous Chairs/Trustee Emeritus Lifetime

Sample of Legal Cases

Griffith v. Griffith, 860 So. 2d 1069 (Fla. 1st DCA 2003)

prevailed at 1st DCA

Russenberger v. Russenberger, 669 So. 2d 1044 (Fla. 1996)

prevailed

Fleming v. FWBMC, 113 So. 3d 444 (Fla. 1st DCA 2013)

Prevailed

McMahon v. McMahon, 108 So. 3d 1084 (Fla. 1st DCA 2013)

Prevailed

Sayeh R., Matter of, 670 N.Y.S. 2d 377, 91 N.Y. 2d 206, 693 N.E. 2d 724 (N.Y. 1997) co-counsel

Prevailed

Mott v. Rivazfar, 653 N.Y.S. 2d 760, 236 A.D. 819

Prevailed

T. M. Collins v. State of Florida, 626 So. 2d 991 (Fla. 1st DCA 1993)

Prevailed

Chadbourne v. Chadbourne, 146 So. 3d 75 (Fla. 1st DCA 2014)

Prevailed

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Education

1985

Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Kentucky

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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