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also known as Lisa Wenzel Wells
Have you been falsely accused of a crime in Kentucky or Ohio?
If so, you may be asking yourself these common questions:
Lisa Wenzel Wells, criminal defense attorney in Ohio and Kentucky, understands your worries and frustrations. Due to her extensive training and experience in criminal law, she knows exactly what's needed to defend your case successfully, and she has the passion and caring to make sure your rights are fully protected.
As a former Felony Prosecutor, Lisa knows the justice system from the "inside" out. This insider experience enables her to assess the prosecution's case against you and develop a winning strategy to defeat it.
While working alongside seasoned prosecutors has aided in honing her overall strategy skills, the extensive criminal law and hands-on training (including the renowned Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College) has greatly enhanced her masterful art of persuasion in both writing and the courtroom.
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Chat withState: Ohio
Acquired: 2003
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2004
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd, Suite 415, Covington, KY, 41011
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Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Kenny | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
Fantastic Experience
Lisa Wells was an amazing attorney. I was facing multiple years in prison (up to 5), being a registered sex offender, and not being able to have contact with my daughter the rest of her childhood. While the law is a little ambiguous based on certain stipulations (because of my position as a teacher),...
Thank you so much to my client for posting this review. I also want to thank Joe Deters who assisted in making this offer and sentence possible. The law is soo unfair when it comes to treating all teacher and student relationships the same. It is time the legislature catch up with reality.
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime
EXCEPTIONAL attorney
Lisa Wells… exceptional attorney who represented me when I was charged with Sexual Imposition. Sexual Imposition a charge I was wrongfully accused of, which carries a steep sentence. Lisa’s phenomenal expertise and legal advice saved my career and my charge was amended. BEST possible resolution anyon...
Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Best Decision
During my legal process, I was shopping around for different lawyers. I began my search online looking at profiles, resumés, and career highlights. My first choice was Lisa, followed by two others. The next morning I went to Lisa's office to briefly talk and schedule an appointment. She was not there...
Posted by Julie | September 15, 2014 | Child Custody
Best in the tri-state area...
As a former client of Lisa’s I would like to express my gratitude to her in representing me in a difficult child custody case that went on for well over a year. I would without a doubt recommend her to anyone in need of legal counsel. She was extremely knowledgeable, savvy, professional and best of ...
Posted by Christopher Day | July 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional
Lisa Wells is the best attorney in Cincinnati. I feel truly blessed to have had her defending my case. Not only is Lisa intelligent & well organized (which all attorneys should be) but she actually cares about your well being. Her exceptional knowledge of the Law had my case dismissed before it even ...
"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is Lisa well known in the legal community, she is highly trained and immensely experienced."
"I've personally watch Lisa in the court room many times. She is second to none! Here ability to effectively advocate for her clients and achieve results is impressive and educational for all those around her."
"I have known Lisa for many years and she is a great attorney. She is very dedicated to her clients and is always advocating on their behalf. I"
"Lisa is one of the best domestic lawyers in the business. Smart and aggressive. We've worked DUI cases together as well and her insight is impressive."
"I have worked with and against Lisa Wells on a number cases. She is a great attorney with the ability to absolutely slay an opposing party. Her office staff is also very helpful and great to work with."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Fully Probated Suspension issued in KY, 2023
updated on 09/08/2023Fully Probated Suspension means an attorney is technically suspended, but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.
Suspension For Term issued in OH, 2022
updated on 10/26/2022Suspended for term means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Felony Suspension issued in OH, 2019
updated on 12/08/2020Felony suspension means an attorney was convicted of a crime and lost his or her license to practice law.
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Lisa M. Wells
2005 - 2006
Attorney, Berger & Cox
2003 - 2005
Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney's Office
2002 - 2003
Associate, DBL Law
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense lawyersMember
2010 - Present
KJAAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Kentucky Bar Association, Criminal Law SectionAttorney Member
2004 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2004 - Present
Northern Kentucky Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2003 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2003 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Not Guilty on all counts.
Dismissal of all charges.
Assault 4th degree dismissed
Not Guilty of DUI 2nd offense
No True Bill from Grand Jury
Dismissal of all charges.
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BS - Bachelor of Science
1998
Associates
2015
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Legal Answers
Can me being on deferred probation stop me from getting an apartment? Do I put it on my application?
12 Feb 2016
What is the statue of limitations on DUI in Ohio ?
30 Jul 2014
I was arrested for dui.I was sitting in my car parked in a parking lot.
19 Oct 2013