Chinwe Okpechi Fossett

Chinwe Okpechi Fossett

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

201 E Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1000, Tampa, FL

About Chinwe

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

As a former Prosecutor, Chinwe Fossett has handled thousands of criminal cases. She moved into criminal defense in 2009 where she utilizes her knowledge and skills to assist her clients.

90%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 25 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2000

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Cohen, Foster & Romine, P.A.

201 E Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1000, Tampa, FL, 33602

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Posted by Yaneikis Garcia | July 17, 2024

For chinwe

She is the best at her job, she is dedicated and fights to bring justice for her. I respect her in all her work as a professional.

Posted by James | January 13, 2010

The best attorney in Tampa!

If you are in need of the best attorney in Tampa or anywhere in the world, then Chinwe is the one to call. She will provide you with the best care and professional advice . Her dynamic personality and loving attitude provided my family with the strength and support we needed at a very difficult time.... She took our calls at all hours and was just a phone call away at any time. She was prompt with return calls and information that we needed at crucial times. She is highly intelligent of the laws and our judicial system. She has a wealth of experience with excellent results. We are so impressed with Chinwe and highly recommend her to all of our family and friends! She is awesome!

Posted by Lynn | January 06, 2010

Best attorney in Tampa :)

I cannot speak highly enough about Chinwe and her professional, caring, and energetic personality. My family and I are so blessed to have had Chinwe represent us during a difficult time in our lives. She was always readily available to us at any time of the day or night.She was on her A game 24/7. Sh...e always carried herself in a confident and relaxed manner. She is highly intelligent and remarkably sharp. She is very knowledgable about the laws and can easily explain these laws to you. She is a thorough researcher and will do her homework to protect you. You will feel so confident and relieved when you are in Chinwe's hands, even during a difficult and scary time. We cannot thank Chinwe enough for her love and support, her dedicated professionalism, her hard work and care of us, and her loving personality. We highly recommend Chinwe to everyone in need of the best attorney ever! :)

Posted by Jesse | January 06, 2010

Amazing Laywer

Chinwe worked with me right away on my situation and made me feel very comfortable. From day 1 she was there for me and she has been there for me to this day! She is very knowledgeable in her field and has the strength to defend anyone, in any situation. I would highly recommend Chinwe to anyone look...ing for help from a lawyer.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2000

Best Advocate, ABA National Criminal Justice Competition, American Bar Association

2000

International Academy of Trial Lawyer's Award, International Academy of Trial Lawyers

2000

1st Place, A.B.A. National Criminal Justice Competition, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2005 - 2009

Deputy Chief, Office of the State Attorney, 13th Judicial Circuit

Associations

2006 - Present

Goldburg Inns of Court

1999 - 2000

Stetson University Honor Court Attorney

Student Attorney

Education

2000

Stetson University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1997

University of Florida

BS - Bachelor of Science

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