Victoria Snell
Senior Attorney
Victoria is a seasoned family law attorney with over 23 years of experience, known for her deep commitment to her clients, the legal profession, and her community. She is the founder of her own law firm, where she has built a reputation for compassionate, solutions-focused advocacy in all areas of family law.
At the core of her practice is a steadfast commitment to serving and protecting the rights of her clients. She believes that every individual deserves to be heard, respected, and guided through the legal system with compassion and integrity. Whether navigating a complex family matter or working to resolve disputes through mediation or arbitration, she is dedicated to ensuring that each client’s voice is valued and that justice is pursued with diligence, fairness, and empathy. Her strong dedication to children and families is reflected not only in her legal practice, but also in her long-standing involvement in community service and professional organizations focused on education and family well-being. Prior to attending law school, Victoria earned a B.A. in Communicative Disorders (Speech and Language Pathology) from the University of Central Florida and an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education from Florida Atlantic University—further grounding her passion for advocating for children and families.
She is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator in family, circuit civil, and county matters, as well as a certified mortgage foreclosure mediator. In addition to her mediation credentials, she is also a qualified arbitrator and has received collaborative law training, offering clients a comprehensive range of dispute resolution options.
In addition to her legal and mediation work, Victoria has served as a volunteer with the Florida Bar’s Justice Teaching Program, helping to educate students about the judicial system and the rule of law. She has a strong passion for civic education and believes in the importance of empowering the next generation to understand their rights, responsibilities, and the role of the courts in society.
Beyond her legal practice, Victoria is dedicated to community service and pro bono work. She served as a governing board member of CASTLE (2011–2015), provided pro bono legal services through Florida Rural Legal Services (2010–2017), and has been a consistent advocate for educational involvement. She has been a School Advisory Council (SAC) member at Walker Elementary and currently serves as both a SAC member and board member at Hagerty High School since 2023.
Her professional affiliations reflect her leadership and commitment to advancing the practice of law. She is a member of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers (FAWL), the Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, the U.S. Middle District Court, the Central Florida Inns of Court, and the American Inns of Court. She also contributed to the profession through her service on both the Florida Bar’s Education Rules Committee and Family Law Rules Committee from 2019 to 2022.
In her hometown of St. Lucie County, Victoria has been an active member of the legal community, serving in every board position of the St. Lucie County Bar Association from 2013 to 2017.
In her free time, Victoria enjoys spending quality time with her husband and children, along with their beloved teacup Yorkie, Bentley. She finds joy in beach outings, reading, and experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes.
