Lisa Marie Wells

Lisa Marie Wells

also known as Lisa Wenzel Wells

4.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 22 years

Sex crime Lawyer at Covington, KY
Practice Areas: Sex Crime, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

50 E. Rivercenter Blvd, Suite 415, Covington, KY

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Sex Crime 45%

Ms. Wells defends more cases related to sex offenses (rape, gross sexual imposition, possession/distribution of child pornography, etc.) than any other type of criminal case. Ms. Wells has traveled all over Ohio and Kentucky defending her clients.

45%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Ms. Wells handles all types of domestic cases, Dissolutions, Divorces, Legal Separations, Pre-nuptial agreements and Post-Decree issues. As a mother with two young children, Ms. Wells truly understand your most valuable "assets" are your children.

30%
Criminal Defense 25%

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.

22 years | 3,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 22 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2003

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Licensed in Kentucky for 21 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2004

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Office of Lisa Wells

50 E. Rivercenter Blvd, Suite 415, Covington, KY, 41011

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Lisa Marie Wells's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very poor response to client and very expensive

We contacted Wells to defend us on a 4th degree misdemeanor and she charged $20,000!!! We disagreed on a few items and she said we were too difficult to work with. Don’t disagree with her or her team, don’t express your feelings/opinions or she’ll quit you. Beware. A criminal defense lawyer who do...esn’t handle criticism when you’re “fighting” for your life/freedom. She got continuous after continuous and this just frustrated the judge. Do your homework first and don’t pay in full upfront.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Recommend

Lisa came highly recommended as a criminal defense attorney. She did not disappoint as the felony charges were dismissed. She, as well as her assistant Tony, helped our family through a very difficult time and were always there to answer questions and offer support when needed. Would not hesitate ...to recommend Lisa and Tony to anyone who needed an attorney .

Posted by Jeff | October 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding defense representation

When I had multiple charges filed against me, I did not hesitate to immediately call Lisa to represent me. She is hard working, dedicated, and truly cares about each case that she is working on. Together with Tony her paralegal, they are a confident and thorough team that communicate and always not...ify of what is happening in relation to a case. I had hoped that the initial charges facing me would be amended or dropped entirely. Lisa took the time to work with me and to review all information thoroughly to provide the best defense in relation to my charges. She was able to get those charges amended from felony to misdemeanor level, and get the state to agree to after a period of time file to have those charges expunged from my record. There are no words that I can state to say how grateful I am to Lisa in a time of uncertainty and question. She never hesitates from the time she meets you initially until the case is finished to show you that she cares about your case. She dedicates herself to getting all relevant information and together with Tony, they prepare a defense that is simply put outstanding. I get to return home to be with my family now instead of facing the possibility of years in confinement. Thank you Lisa and Tony so much for being able to represent me and working to achieve the best possible outcome in relation to my case.

Posted by Robert | June 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Can I give 10 stars?

My son was arrested for a sex-based crime and based on a friend's recommendation, I hired a different attorney. I figured that based on the fact he was only 18 at the time of the incident, the experience and competency of the attorney wasn't going to make much difference. I couldn't have been more wr...ong. Things with the other attorney seemed to be going okay, but I was a little perplexed that the prosecutor wasn't coming off their offer of five years in prison. My attorney said not to worry, we would get a far better outcome if we went to trial. At that point, I decided it would be in my son's best interests to at least see what an experienced attorney in sex crimes would advise. I checked this website and a few others, and found that Ms. Wells was one of the best in greater Cincinnati. I called and spoke to her paralegal, Tony, and he put me on the line with Lisa. I learned more in the course of ten minutes than I had in five months with the attorney I'd originally hired. After that initial consultation I immediately dismissed my previous attorney and hired her. It's the smartest thing I've ever done. She was able to work the prosecutor and then the judge, and my son was only given 30 days in jail. If I had stuck with my previous attorney and had followed his recommendation to go to trial, my son would have been lucky to get 5 years in prison. Ms. Wells and her paralegal Tony are by far the most competent legal team I've seen and I have and will continue to sing their praises anytime someone tells me they need representation. Hopefully I never have a need for another attorney, but if I do, Ms. Wells will be my first call.

Posted by Shane | June 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Son

I hired Lisa to represent my son in a sex accusation. Lisa was very compassionate regarding my son, wife and I. She communicated with us regularly. Our son only had to appear in court one time and after Lisa did what she does the case was then thrown out and all charges were dropped. Lisa was fantas...tic and I would recommend her to anyone.

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Lisa Marie Wells's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristin Russell

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Not only is Lisa well known in the legal community, she is highly trained and immensely experienced."

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Michael Bouldin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa does an excellent job defending the rights of her clients."

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Nicholas Summe

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Brian Goldberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Giles

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Hale

Unknown lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Matthew Ernst

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joseph Ireland

Unknown lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Ameer Mabjish

Unknown lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is a sharp and fearless litigator."

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Matthew Ernst

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Daniel Schubert

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rene Heinrich

Family lawyer

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Bradley Kraemer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mary Wilkins

Family lawyer

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Joseph Ireland

Family lawyer

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Rachelle Howell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ameer Mabjish

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kristin Russell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Bouldin

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jeffrey Brunk

Criminal defense lawyer

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Courtney Caparella-Kraemer

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in KY, 2023

updated on 09/08/2023

Fully 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 10/26/2022

Suspended 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 12/08/2020

Felony suspension means an attorney was convicted of a crime and lost his or her license to practice law.

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

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

Associations

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

KJA

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Attorney Member

2004 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Attorney Member

2004 - Present

Northern Kentucky Bar Association

Attorney Member

2003 - Present

Cincinnati Bar Association

Attorney Member

2003 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Ohio v. Patrick Parker

Not Guilty on all counts.

Commonwealth of Kentucky v. D.G.

Dismissal of all charges.

Commonwealth of Kentucky v. A.L.

Assault 4th degree dismissed

Commonwealth of Kentucky v. N.K.

Not Guilty of DUI 2nd offense

Commonwealth of Kentucky v. M.S.

No True Bill from Grand Jury

State of Ohio v. Lonnie Blanton

Dismissal of all charges.

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Education

2003

Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Northern Kentucky University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1998

University of Cincinnati

Associates

Speaking Engagements

2015

Bi Weekly segment 700 WLW

2014

Weekly segment 700 WLW

2013

700 WLW Legal Analyst

2012

700 WLW Legal Analyst

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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