Pannell Law Group, P.C.
Founder, Pannell Law Group, P.C.
Crystal S. Pannell: A Dedicated Voice for Your Family
Strategic precision meets genuine empathy in matrimonial and family law.
With almost 15 years of practice, Crystal fights for her clients' rights in divorce and family law matters across New York and New Jersey.
Professional Experience
15 Years of Legal Excellence
Education & Admissions
Crystal S. Pannell has been practicing law for almost 15 years. She earned her undergraduate degree from SUNY Stony Brook and her law degree from Touro Law Center. She was admitted to practice law in New York and New Jersey in 2012 and is also admitted to practice in the Eastern District of New York and the Southern District of New York.
Undergraduate Degree — SUNY Stony Brook
Juris Doctor — Touro Law Center
Admitted in New York and New Jersey (2012); Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Crystal has extensive experience in all areas of divorce and family law, as well as Social Security Disability and civil practice. Before founding Pannell Law Group, P.C., she was a partner with Friedman & Friedman PLLC.
Awards & Recognition
2026 -Â Top 100 National Black Lawyers, The National Black Lawyers Association
 Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Trials Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
 Client’s Choice, Avvo
2025Â - Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Trials Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
 Top 100 National Black Lawyers, The National Black Lawyers Association
 Clients’ Choice Award, Avvo
2024 -Â Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
 Top 100 National Black Lawyers, The National Black Lawyers
2023 -Â Top 100 National Black Lawyers, National Black Lawyers
 Top 30 Matrimonial and Family Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021 -Â Divorce & Family Law, Elite Lawyers of America
PRACTICE EXPERTISE
Experienced guidance when your family needs it most
Divorce Law
Litigation and trial experience in all areas of divorce, helping clients navigate each step with clarity and care.
Family Court
Representation across family law matters, with admission in New York an
Mediation
Extensive experience helping families through the mediation process in Divorce and Family Law cases.