Thomas Boyd Spencer IV

Thomas Boyd Spencer IV

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 19 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Crystal Lake, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning, Family

454 W. Virginia St., Crystal Lake, IL

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Melei Petsche Spencer

454 W. Virginia St., Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

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Thomas Boyd Spencer IV's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yanni | December 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very helpful

Thomas Spencer represented me in a potential misdemeanor for speeding. He walked me through everything and took control. Even though it was all last minute, He told me he would take care of everything. I showed up at court and I sat down while he went back and forth with the prosecutor. He got me fro...m a misdemeanor to a slap on the wrist. I would definitely recommend

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This was the guy for me.

When Julie passed me on to Mr. Spencer without speaking to me about it, I was worried but as soon as I spoke with Mr. Spencer my mind was put at ease. He is very tough, tellls you what he thinks, stirs you in the right direction but listens to you all at the same time. I could not have been happier t...o have Mr. Spencer on my side. Mr. Spencer is very compassionate and made me feel at ease with my very difficult case. Always prepared, never late, made me feel like he cared and showed me respect even through the worst of situations. I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Victoria | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I highly recommend Thomas Spencer as he helped me finalize a difficult divorce

I will say that I am grateful for the legal support and advice Thomas Spencer provided through my divorce. I had a former spouse who would not show up to court, pay child support, and go through the mediation process. It was not an easy process but he, along with everyone else at Pucci Pirtle, suppor...ted me in every way they could legally. They also provided information on resources for me to find help for my children and myself during this time. If I had a question or concern Mr. Spencer would always provide the best legal advise he could and was instrumental in getting my now ex-husband to cooperate and come to an agreement to finalize our divorce. I was amazed and relieved to finish this in court and move forward with my life. I would highly recommend anyone to come to the Pucci Pirtle office for a consultation and I will still go to Mr Spencer if any issues arise in the future for myself.

Posted by anonymous | November 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional service

Mr. Spencer handled my divorce . From start to finish he represented me in a professional timeley manner. He explained everything within the process of the law clearly . I always felt that he was working on my behalf with my best interests in mind .

Posted by Darlene | November 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney

divorce

He was very professional and very understanding and supportive. He let me know exactly what he thought and how he thought we should proceed. It was very nice to know he had my back it made my situation a lot easier

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Thomas Boyd Spencer IV's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vincent Machroli

Family lawyer | Jun 23

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Julie Pirtle

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Steven Mann

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Christine Gale

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Tom is one of the sharpest, most effective litigators I know. He fiercely advocates for his clients with courtroom skill that is difficult to match."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Melei Petsche Spencer

2015 - 2018

Attorney, Pucci Pirtle, LLC

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Gehris & Associates, LLC

2011 - 2014

Attorney, Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Owner, Law Offices of Thomas B. Spencer IV, P.C.

2008 - 2010

Partner, Kililis, Ridings & Vonau, PC

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Cowlin, Curran & Coppedge, P.C.

2005 - 2006

711 Licensed Municipal Prosecutor, Cowlin, Curran & Coppedge, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

McHenry County Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Kane County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2015

McHenry County Ethics Commission

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

M.F. v. S.A.

Plenary Order of Protection entered for one year.

S.A. v. D.S.

At hearing directed finding was entered for Defendant and Verified Petition for an Order of Protection was denied. Client got back all previously entered visitation rights.

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Education

2006

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Truman State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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