Susan L. Spencer
About Susan L. Spencer
Susan L. Spencer is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Susan L. Spencer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Carlton Fields PA
Education: William & Mary Law School, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Atlanta, GA
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