Clayton Lee Spencer

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Clayton Lee Spencer

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31 reviews
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Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

303 East 16th Street, Vancouver, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Clayton

Biography

Your Personal Family Law Attorney!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

35%
Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 10%

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Restraining orders, no-contact orders, pertaining to Family Law

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 27 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1998

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

SPENCER LAW PLLC

303 East 16th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98663

spencerlawpllc.com/

Clayton Lee Spencer's Reviews

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Posted by Cassidy | July 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Clayton is who you want representing you!

If you’re looking for an attorney, there is simply no one better than Clayton. He’s a straight shooter, no games, no runaround. He responds quickly to calls, emails, and any concerns that come up, and he brings both integrity and strategy to everything he does. From day one, he made me feel heard and... advocated fiercely on my behalf. He continually assured me that he had my back and he truly did, every step of the way. Not only did he fight tooth and nail for me, but he was also mindful of cost and looked for ways to save wherever possible. Clayton handles difficult opposing counsel effortlessly, and it became very clear just how exceptional he is compared to others in the field. I truly couldn’t have made it through this process and come out on top without him and his incredible paralegal, Jill. They’re a dynamic duo and there’s a reason his office comes so highly recommended. I can’t say enough good things about Clayton or the way he practices law. Thank you again to both Clayton and Jill, while I hope I never need legal services again, you’ll always be my first call if I do.

Posted by Anthony | November 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend

Clayton and Jill were both wonderful to work with. They both spoke to me on my level, and fought for what I wanted. And also speaking to me making sure I was aware of my rights and what I could expect throughout the entire process. And they let me know what to expect as we went through. Clayton was... my second divorce lawyer. He didn’t waste my money, and truly showed he was there for me. My first attorney cost he more than double and didn’t get a single thing done. Clayton stepped in and got me through everything in half the cost and less headache. I will be recommending Clayton Spencer to anyone going through a divorce. Thank you again for your services Clayton. And thank you Jill for helping me through it all as well.

Posted by Paul | September 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Experienced and Knowledgeable Family Law Lawyer

Clayton represented me in a very challenging case. Clearly outlying options and potential outcomes before proceeding, always affording me time to make my decisions. His firm was not after my money and charging me unnecessarily, but more driven to deliver the results. If you need sound legal advice or... top-knotch representation- Spencer Law is where you should start your search.

Posted by Maria | April 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

The Best

I was referred to Clayton Spencer Law Firm by another attorney who told me that Clayton is the BEST. I was having a horrific time with the attorney that I was working with and am so grateful that I terminated her and hired Clayton and Jill. Working with Clayton and Jill was night and day in comparis...on. Clayton always provided thorough explanations and he kindly laid out the pros and cons of the actions that needed to be taken each step of the way. He took the time to carefully listen to my concerns so that I never felt disregarded. He and Jill provided guidance and were empathetic and kind, yet moved the process along quickly and so, so, so, cost efficiently. A child support calculation and motion that took my previous counsel’s firm 6 weeks to complete took Jill about 20 minutes. When opposing counsel didn’t respond to requests or phone calls, as was typical, Clayton politely emailed every single day until he received a response. I felt that Clayton and Jill truly wanted what was best for me and my son, while making sure that the settlement was fair for both parties. I highly recommend this dynamic duo!

Posted by Rianne | May 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional lawyer with integrity

As someone very new to divorce proceedings, I had many questions and concerns about the divorce process. Clayton and Jill guided me through every step with patience and integrity. My experience with Spencer Law was nothing short of exceptional. From our first interaction, I felt confident that I w...as working with people who cared about using my time and money well, keeping me informed, hearing my perspective on actions to take, being straightforward and honest with all parties involved, and doing fantastic work for me, their client. That confidence was well-placed, as Clayton, Jill, and I worked closely together to reach a very positive outcome in my divorce proceedings. I was given many opportunities to ask questions and seek clarification. I was able to enter our meetings together, as well as the court hearing and interactions with the opposing party, with confidence and calm. I believe that if I hadn't retained Spencer Law, I likely would have settled for much less than I deserved in my divorce. Thank you, Clayton and Jill, for making my divorce a positive experience that will make a difference in my life, and the lives of my kids, for many years to come. I recommend Spencer Law to any client who is ready to work as a team with their lawyer. Clayton will go above and beyond in getting your case done in a timely and effective manner. 5/5 stars (I wish I could rate them even higher)

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Judge Pro Tem, Clark County Superior Court

1998 - Present

Partner, Spencer and Sundstrom, PLLC

2007 - 2012

City Attorney, City of Ridgefield

1998 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, Battle Ground Municipal Court

Associations

Clark County Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Western Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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