Beatriz Collazo

Bettie Collazo is a dedicated advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault,
stalking, and human trafficking, with nearly a decade of experience in trauma-informed legal
services. She is the founding member and managing attorney of Mariposa Law Group, PLLC,
a boutique law firm focused on Family and Immigration Law, grounded in empathy, resilience,
and justice.
Bettie earned her Juris Doctor from Florida A&M University College of Law, and began her
legal career at the Florida Department of Health in Polk County. She also served as a certified
Guardian ad Litem volunteer, advocating for the rights and welfare of children in the
dependency system.
Her passion for public interest law led her to Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
(CLSMF), where she worked on the organization's Helpline, providing vital legal support to
low-income, elderly, and marginalized communities across a spectrum of issues, including
housing, consumer protection, public benefits, and family law.
Bettie soon transitioned to focus exclusively on survivors of intimate partner violence, becoming
a vital voice on the Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline in 2020. In 2022, she renewed her
Victim Services Provider Designation through the Florida Office of the Attorney General,
receiving specialized training to support victims of crime with compassion and skill.
An active member of the Family Law Section of The Florida Bar, Bettie contributes her voice
and vision across several committees, including Domestic Violence, Diversity and Inclusion,
Children’s Issues, Health and Wellness, and Publications. She is admitted to practice in
Florida and the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
Bettie continues to champion the rights of survivors and underserved communities through both
legal representation and systemic advocacy.