Amy Spector

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Amy Spector

also known as Amy Frances Campbell, Amy Campbell Spector, Amy Spector JD MBA

2.3
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Belleville, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Abuse, Power Of Attorney ... +14 more

120 W. Main Street, Suite 210, Belleville, IL

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

17

Practice Areas

Adoption 6%

6%
Alimony 6%

6%
Child Abuse 6%

6%
Child Custody 6%

6%
Child Support 6%

6%
Domestic Violence 6%

6%
Estate Planning 6%

6%
Family 6%

Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage; Custody; Allocation of Parental Responsibility; Visitation; Allocation of Parenting Time; Child Support; Parentage; Adoption; Domestic Disputes; Orders of Protection; Modifications

16 years

6%
Guardianship 6%

6%
Litigation 6%

6%
Marriage and Prenuptials 6%

6%
Personal Injury 6%

6%
Power of Attorney 6%

6%
Probate 6%

6%
Trusts 6%

6%
Workers Compensation 6%

6%
Other 4%

4%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 15 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2010

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Hicks & Spector, LLC

120 W. Main Street, Suite 210, Belleville, IL, 62220

lawyerforfamilies.com

Online Presence

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Amy Spector's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.3 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Tammy | August 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Piece of Mind

We hired Amy to assist with a family matter and her knowledge and support was terrific. She was terrific in the court room to make sure we were represented professionally and her knowledge was terrific. She explained things to us that we did not understand and guided us through the entire process. I ...would hire her again in a minute.

Amy Spector

Replied last August 23, 2022

Thank you for your feedback. I greatly appreciate your kind words and am happy to hear you were satisfied with my services. Best wishes!

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Worst Attorney I've Encountered

Review of Amy Spector, Lawyer: A Disastrous Experience I cannot express enough how utterly disappointing and infuriating my experience with Amy Spector has been. She has proven to be completely unprofessional, negligent, and a complete embarrassment to the legal profession. Here’s a summary of why... I would never recommend her to anyone: Missed Meetings: Amy failed to show up to several scheduled meetings. Not once, not twice, but multiple times. I was left in the dark, having to reschedule on short notice with no apology or explanation. Dodged Calls and Avoided Emails: Communication was virtually impossible. She regularly ignored phone calls and emails, leaving me with unanswered questions and no guidance. When I finally did get a response, it was either vague or unhelpful. Conflict of Interest: Amy seemed more friendly with opposing counsel than with her own client—me. It was clear she had a personal rapport with the other side, which made me feel like my interests were secondary. This lack of loyalty and professionalism was disturbing. Complete Unfamiliarity with the Case: It was painfully obvious that Amy did not understand the details of my case. She frequently asked me to explain the basics, which should have been her job to know inside and out. It felt like I was educating her, not the other way around. Egregious and Offensive Language in Court: Her behavior in court was completely unacceptable. Amy used offensive and unprofessional language, even directing some of it toward me, her own client. The way she spoke to me was disrespectful, belittling, and outright cruel at times. To say she lacked a basic understanding of courtroom decorum is an understatement. Disrespect for Both Client and Court: Amy's attitude toward both her clients and the court was appalling. She was late to hearings, showed no respect for the process, and acted as though her time was more important than anyone else's. It was embarrassing to watch her in action. Failure to Share Key Court Dates: On more than one occasion, Amy failed to inform me of important court dates. I had to find out about them last minute, which caused unnecessary stress and confusion. This lack of attention to detail is inexcusable for any attorney. Late to Court: Amy was frequently late to court hearings and never offered a satisfactory explanation for her tardiness. Her lack of punctuality not only showed a lack of respect for the court, but also reflected poorly on me as her client. An Embarrassment to the Legal Profession: Simply put, Amy Spector does not belong in the legal field. Her lack of professionalism, incompetence, and disregard for client interests make her a liability. She has no place representing anyone, let alone handling important legal matters. I would strongly urge anyone considering hiring Amy Spector to look elsewhere. This was one of the worst experiences I've ever had with a professional, and I am left questioning how someone like her could practice law at all. Her reputation will soon get the best of her, and it's deserving.

Amy Spector

Replied last November 19, 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We do not feel your statements are an accurate reflection of the representation you received. Regardless, we apologize for the frustration and wish you every success.

Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Too many friends in the courtroom.

I trusted her because I knew she was friends with my ex-wife attorney, and I believed her when she said she doesn’t mixed friendships with her clients. Month after month passed, and each time I spoked to her she really did not offer me a strategy to my case and was very bland with legal advice. I fel...t like Ms. Spector had little consideration for my case, and at times I felt she was working on my ex-wife’s behalf with her friend / co-worker Ms. Nolan. I had to seek another attorney which was I came out with everything I initially asked for.

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Megan Nolan

Litigation lawyer | Dec 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Lambert

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Gilbreth

Unknown lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Pedano

Family lawyer | Sep 14

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Odom

Family lawyer | Sep 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Schellert

Family lawyer | Aug 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Walsh

Unknown lawyer | Aug 07

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Fendelman

Litigation lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I originally met Ms. Campbell as opposing counsel on a litigation case. She really fought hard for her client, and in an extremely professional manner. It was a tough case and I was really impressed with the way she took care of her client. Since then, whenever I need to refer a case to local counsel for top-notch treatment, I refer those cases to Ms. Campbell because I know she will really fight for the client. I strongly endorse Ms. Campbell as an exemplary practitioner."

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Timothy Geiger

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Darren Drake

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Friend

"Amy is great advocate for her clients. She is excellent in her research and always prepared."

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Margaret Murphy

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is very diligent in her representation of her clients. She is a fantastic trial attorney."

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Sarah Wittrock

Family lawyer | Oct 24

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Bigham

Family lawyer | Jul 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Philip Eckelkamp

Unknown lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kelly Garrett

Family lawyer | May 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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L. Kujawa

Family lawyer | May 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Most Outstanding Woman M.B.A. Graduating Student, Southern Illinois University Graduate School

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Member, Hicks & Spector, L.L.C.

2012 - 2013

Senior Attorney, Stange Law Firm, P.C.

2010 - 2011

Associate, Blake Law Group, P.C.

2009 - 2010

Graduate Assistant, SIU Center for Innovation

2007 - 2007

Clerk, Antonik Law Offices

2007 - 2008

Clerk, Roberts Law Firm

2006 - 2007

Clerk, Darrell S. Dunham, Attorney at Law

Associations

2017 - Present

Madison County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

St. Clair County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Education

2010

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

MBA - Masters of Business Administration

2010

Southern Illinois University Graduate School

MBA

2009

Universite de Grenoble II

Certificate

2008

Southern Illinois University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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