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Spencer Alan Cordell
Spencer Alan Cordell
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About Spencer

Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer: Contact a Florida Bar recognized expert in Criminal Trial Law

I am Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law. That means I have been recognized by the Florida Bar as an expert in Criminal Trial practice. Before opening my own practice, the Law Office of Spencer Cordell, P.A., I worked for Brown, Suarez, & Rios, the largest criminal defense firm in SW Fla. Before I was a defense attorney, I worked as a prosecutor at the State Attorney's Office for the 20th Judicial Circuit.

 

I practice not only Criminal Defense, but also Appeals, Personal Injury, and traffic. I handle all types of Criminal cases, and have extensive experience handling DUI cases. Here's a link to an article I wrote on my blog about changes in Florida DUI laws:

http://crimcourts.wordpress.com/2013/07/01/important-changes-to-floridas-dui-laws-legislative-update-2013/

Here's the link to a recent media story on a case I handled, including some courtroom footage. The case was overturned on appeal based on my motion to dismiss under Florida's 'Castle Doctrine' portion of the Stand Your Ground Law.  The court ordered a rehearing on the motion, which we won, and my client was exonerated of the charges.  He walked out of jail on a 10 year sentence!

http://www.nbc-2.com/Global/story.asp?S=12808115

Here's a story that I commented on regarding Florida's expanding DNA sampling:

http://www.nbc-2.com/story/20283534/fdle-expanding-dna-database

 

Practice areas

OtherAppealsPersonal injuryDUI and DWICriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 40%

  2. DUI and DWI: 30%

    this is a major part of my criminal defense practice

  3. Personal injury: 20%

  4. Appeals: 5%

  1. Speeding and traffic ticket: 5%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1625 Hendry Street
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Law Office of Spencer Cordell, P.A.

1625 Hendry Street
Suite 101
Fort Myers, FL, 33901

Office (239) 333-4686

Website

crimcourts.com

crimcourts : A Criminal Law Blog

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing200409/12/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers371
Legal guides5
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rising StarSuper Lawyers2014
Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Trial LawThe Florida Bar2013
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyLaw Office of Spencer Cordell, P.A.2011 - Present
Senior AssociateBrown, Suarez & Rios, PA2007 - 2011
Assistant State AttorneyState Attorney's Office, 20th Judicial Circuit2004 - 2007
Student AttorneyBoston University Civil Litigation Clinic2002 - 2003
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident2014 - Present
Lee County Bar Association, Young Lawyer CommitteeN/A2005 - Present
Lee County Bar AssociationN/AN/A
Lee County Bar Association, Young Lawyer DivisionPresident2011 - 2012
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersVice President2011 - 2012
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident2010 - 2011
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
CrimcourtsImportant Changes to Florida’s DUI Laws : Legislative Update 20132013
CrimcourtsWhy Did the Jury Acquit George Zimmerman of Killing Trayvon Martin?2013
CrimcourtsChanges to Florida's Stalking Law2012
Wordpress.comCrimcourts : A Criminal Law BlogN/A
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Boston University School of LawJuris Doctor2004
University of San Diego School of Law - Summer Institute in ParisN/A2002
Miami University (Ohio)BA & BS2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Practicing with Professionalism CLEOpening Remarks2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Guy v. State of Florida, 993 So.2d 77granted on appeal
McDaniel v. State of Florida, 24 So. 3d 654Charges dismissed

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Gladitor! Thats the best word to describe Spencer.

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I have had Spencer as my attorney on more then one occasion. From a frivolous ticket to a life changing charge brought against me. Out of 12 attorney's I spoke to Spencer stood out the most. He was the one who believed me and willing to fight on my behalf. Spencer fought tooth and nail for me and ended up winning our case. He was always honest with me and always thought outside the box. No sugar coating which was refreshing and needed. Always presented all the options. Definitely knew what he was doing. I will be forever grateful to Spencer for giving my life back to me. I honestly can say, I don't think things would have gone the way they did if it wasn't for Spencer's support, hard work and never give up attitude. I will always recommend Spencer to anyone who needs help like I did.

Give him a call. You won't regret it!

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I called Spencer Cordell at midnight for a consultation on a case and not only did he carefully research the details of the case but also provided helpful and optimistic information and recommendations regarding the upcoming process. He is the most candid attorney I’ve talked to—give him a call!
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Attorney endorsements

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Robert Siddall, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Michael LeMond, Criminal defense Attorney on May 11, 2015
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I endorse Spencer. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication.

Pablo Hurtado, Immigration Attorney on Oct 27, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Spencer has become a leader in our community very quickly. He is Board Certified, very smart, and works very hard for his clients.

John Ralls, Oil and gas Attorney on Jul 22, 2014
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I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community.

Anthony Tuorto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Juan Escobar, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Spencer has a reputation for working very hard for his clients.

Kristianna Rodriguez Soto, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 2, 2014
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Aaron Thalwitzer, Construction and development Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
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John Fotopoulos, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Raheb, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 3, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very competent, caring, and passionate in the defense of his clients.

Steven Martin, Litigation Attorney on Jul 13, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Mario Musil, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 22, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cordell is well known in his community for the hard work he provides for all of his clients. He is highly knowledgeable and competent in the field of criminal defense.

Vernon Guirguis, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 20, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Dennis Wallace, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2013
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I highly endorse this lawyer. I have had the privledge of knowing Mr. Cordell ans both a co-working and colleague. I know Mr. Cordell with work diligently to assure his client's rights are protected!!

David Shestokas, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer as we worked on a matter together and his diligence and legal knowledge were second to none.

James Chandler, Family Attorney on Jan 19, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Thomas DeMine, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 6, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Cordell is a fantastic attorney who is both hard working and very intelligent.

Jason Gunter, Employment and labor Attorney on Dec 4, 2012
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Spencer Cordell is an excellent criminal defense lawyer

Richard Canina, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 3, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Spencer is a very well respected member of the legal community in Lee County His skills inside and outside of the courtroom are second-to-none. I endorse this lawyer!

Dustin Butler, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 28, 2012
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Mr. Cordell is a well respected member of the local bar. I have always received positive feedback from the clients that I have referred to him. I know him to be zealous advocate for his client's rights and knowledgeable of the law.

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