Chelsea Joyce Ann Panzeca

Chelsea Joyce Ann Panzeca

5.0
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 9 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Cincinnati, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

810 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 9 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2016

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Location

Bleile & Dawson

810 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202-2155

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Chelsea Joyce Ann Panzeca's Reviews

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9 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Christina | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Attorney – Highly Recommend!

We couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible work Chelsea did for my son. She was thorough, detail-oriented, and truly dedicated to his case, ultimately securing a full dismissal. Throughout the entire process, she was not only highly skilled but also incredibly responsive and personable. She t...ook the time to explain everything in a way that made sense, ensuring my son fully understood each step. More importantly, she genuinely listened to him, providing the support and reassurance he needed during such a difficult and overwhelming time. Her professionalism, compassion, and expertise made all the difference. If you need a strong, dedicated attorney who truly cares about her clients, I highly recommend Chelsea. She is absolutely outstanding!

Posted by Darrell | October 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Chelsea is the best!

If you’ve been accused of a sex crime and you’re reading these reviews in an attempt to make a decision, believe me when I say that choosing the right attorney is crucial. The stakes are extremely high, and you need the best in your corner. Chelsea Panzeca is the attorney you want on your side. I ...work as a tutor. Last year, a former student accused me of having molested her almost two years previously. Her story was barely plausible, and neither I nor my employer thought the allegations would go anywhere. My employer retained a lawyer (who is not a sex-crimes attorney) for me. I met with him and he told me that the case would likely not go anywhere. Because of COVID, it took several months for the prosecutor to take the case to a grand jury. When they did, and based on nothing more than an accusation, I was indicted on six felony charges, arrested, and spent six days in jail while awaiting bond. When I got out and considered the weight of the charges against me, I decided to search for sex crime lawyers in Cincinnati. Bleile & Dawson was the first name that popped up. I sent an inquiry through their website, and within thirty minutes, Adam Bleile was calling to discuss my case. We talked for a couple of hours, and I was calmed by his demeanor and expertise. He invited me to come down to his office that day to meet with him and Chelsea. After I hung up, I saw that I had a missed call from Chelsea while I was talking to Adam. I was impressed by how quickly they had gotten back to me. During the initial meeting, I told them that trial was the endgame because I would not even consider taking a plea for something that I did not do, despite the fact that the penalty is mandatory life without parole. After talking with both of them, and despite having already talked to Adam before I got there, I realized that Chelsea was the one I wanted advocating for me. She told me during the initial meeting that she genuinely enjoys going to trial. That fact was apparent throughout the entire process. Her keen, analytical mind is well-suited for this kind of case. The closer we got to the trial date, the more excited she seemed to get. I met with Chelsea and Adam several times over the course of a year, and emailed Chelsea several more. Chelsea kept me informed of everything that was happening, and I always felt better after talking to her. Chelsea always responded to my emails in a timely manner and answered all of my questions along the way. One week before trial, the prosecutor dismissed the charges. I firmly believe that having a dedicated, experienced attorney in my corner helped, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. If you have been accused of a sex crime, there is no better advocate than Chelsea Panzeca. Thanks again, Chelsea, for everything you did to help me get my life back.

Posted by John | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great work on a complicated case

Chelsea worked hard on my case and did a wonderful job in the courtroom while being easy to reach with questions and concerns between hearings. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a criminal defense lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Lawyer and Person

I hired Chelsea to represent me on several matters I was dealing with in the court system. After being on the wrong track for so long I was finally able to pull my life together a few years ago and work on past issues. Chelsea was able to handle three of my criminal matters and got the cases in fro...nt of one Judge. She did so very quickly and paid close attention to all the details in each case. If it was not for her I would not have gotten a great outcome and can finally move forward with my life. I would recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Roger Howland | January 08, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Excellent lawyer - Great person

I have worked with Chelsea over the past few months on several matters. Her competence and great organizational skills made everything run smoothly and quickly. I would recommend her to any of my friends and clients in need of a criminal defense attorney.

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Chelsea Joyce Ann Panzeca's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Bleile

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Chelsea puts out a huge effort for every client and her work ethic produces results. I have personally seen her results including winning trials when the odds were stacked heavily against her. Her outcomes are second to none."

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Richard Turnbull

Domestic violence lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chelsea Panzeca is a trial attorney. I have worked with her on several matters, particularly in the realm of Domestic Violence allegations. These are not simple cases and often involve a large degree of mediation as well as quick and clever thinking. Ms. Panzeca flourishes in complex matters and never hesitates to take a matter to trial if it provides the best chance of a good outcome. I fully endorse Ms. Panzeca, because I know when I recommend a client to her, they are getting an attorney who has the fortitude to fight for the best possible outcome, no matter what is required to achieve it."

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Ashley Witte Dawson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"In the short time I have known Chelsea, she has proven herself to be an extremely competent attorney. Chelsea's work ethic combined with her knowledge of the law makes her a great advocate for her clients. Chelsea truly goes the extra mile in order to obtain excellent results. I fully recommend and endorse this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Associations

2016 - Present

Cincinnati Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Education

2016

Northern Kentucky University

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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