Douglas Evan Spiegel

Douglas Evan Spiegel

4.1
Rating: 5.7

Licensed for 23 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Fort Myers, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family, Alimony

1625 Hendry Street, Suite 102, Fort Myers, FL

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 25%

Practice in all areas of family law. Consisting of child custody/child support, dissolution of marriage, alimony, visitation, modifications, injunction for protection, supplemental petition, contempt/enforcement matters.

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 23 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2003

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Douglas E. Spiegel, P.A.

1625 Hendry Street, Suite 102, Fort Myers, FL, 33901

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Douglas Evan Spiegel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Not worth your time!

Hired attorney Spiegel for a divorce. He decided to keep the money given to him and also ask me for some more!! Didn't even know what case he was on! Not have witnesses or have proof of anything that was needed in court. Not ask other side important information about my case and not ask the right qu...estions. Even though I had ALL the proof in the world he decided not to bring in or read it!! The other side has NO proof!! I mean NONE!! I was in the right!!! All he cares about is money! He is very misleading! He comes in late too and does not care about you! All the answers he's giving to people that say negative things about him is because he knows he was wrong!! And has to put an answer! I cant wait till he answers me! I got all the proof!

Douglas Spiegel

Replied last December 04, 2019

Not sure why you hired an attorney...sounds like you had this won hands down. Hard to comprehend that you state you had all the proof and the other party had none. So I am answering you because this is not how I or my Firm operate. So I welcome your response. Typically a review like this indicates to me that you didn't like the judges ruling and you want to blame your attorney. If I was wrong and missed something, I without hesitation would own up to it. So that is my answer, I look forward to your response, which you indicated is the "proof". I provided this response over a month ago and have received nothing from this individual. I have and I am asking for the proof. Thank you.

Posted by Lida | August 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

After two years in Court with a complex divorce I WON!!! and Doug Helped me out.

Doug Spiegel and his staff fought hard for me. I was represented better than I could have ever imagined for more than 2 years in court. My needs were put first and was treated as a friend rather than a number. My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured by Doug and his amazing staff. ...My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained at any time. Doug Spiegel fought hard for me and my daughter rights. He went above and beyond and did everything he could to ensure a wonderful outcome, being father himself he was able to relate to my case even better. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer, very professional and prepare during court and the trial. His experience with Child Support and Child Custody were just brilliant. Doug’s experience in psychology cases, specially dealing in court with cases that involved multiple personalities disorders, he was able to help me to recuperate money that was taken away from my daughter and to get a full custody for my child. My daughter , my family and myself will be always grateful to Doug and all his wonderful staff.

Posted by David | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Professional, Curtious, Caring, Couldn't ask for better.

When I needed the legal help of a Lawyer, I was suggested to Douglas Spiegel by many. I am very Thankful for how he handled my case as well as how attentive he & his associates were. If I ever had any questions, they were answered within an hour of me emailing them. His Legal team was very quick to r...espond with both Professionalism & Care. I was kept up to date on the handling of my case whenever something new came up. I can tell you Douglas Spiegel & his associates worked tirelessly & around the clock to help me out. Couldn't have asked for better!

Posted by Judith | November 13, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Phenomenal!! Very professional and a great lawyer to have in your corner!!

I was beyond all reason. I had no clue where to start. My marriage was done. Never had seen it coming..Mr. Doug Spiegel took my case, even in the mental state I came to him in--and reminded me it was like any other negotiation, he took the burden and stress,and said "we just need to go thru the proce...ss". He and his staff kept me very well informed throughout the entire case. I was emailed everything that was received, court date on the docket, and more often than most...I appreciate the honesty, knowledge and experience...(Can't say some of it -I didn't really want to hear.) He has shown kindness and empathy shown in my time of crisis which I will always be grateful. I am very fortunate to have Douglas E. Spiegel as my attorney and I gladly would recommend hiring him and his office if you have a need for family attorney, as a matter of fact, I do, all the time!

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2014 | Family

High conflict Divorce

Mr. Spiegel is honest, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable about Family law. He was always available to speak with me about my Divorce, even after business hours. I would recommend Mr. Spiegel to anyone going through a high conflict divorce. He will ease your mind and guide you every step o...f the way.

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Douglas Evan Spiegel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michele Belmont

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Terrence DeSalvo

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several cases opposing Attorney Spiegel. I have found him to be very relaxed and approachable when parties are trying to amicably resolve a case out of court, while still being well prepared and fighting hard when in court. I believe he is knowledgeable about the law and well prepared for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Turner

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Pablo Hurtado

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed Mr. Spiegel in court for years. He is well prepared, has the respect of the judiciary, and represents his clients with class and dignity. An asset to the legal community."

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Christopher O'Keefe

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is extremely knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer and aggressively defends his client's rights."

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Experience

Rating:  5.7 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2023

updated on 11/13/2023

Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Honors

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Douglas E. Spiegel, P.A.

Associations

2010 - 2013

Kings of Court

member

Education

N/A

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Central Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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