Chelsea Leigh Simmons

Chelsea Leigh Simmons

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence

About Chelsea

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Representing those accused of crimes and traffic citations.

18 years

75%
Domestic Violence 25%

Representing both Petitioners and Respondents in Injunction cases; helping victims and families navigate the criminal justice system; representing those accused in criminal court.

6 years

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 17 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2008

Member in Good Standing

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Chelsea Leigh Simmons's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paulette | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Compassionate, Responsive, Relatable!

Chelsea Simmons is a remarkable attorney. She is compassionate, caring and just a really good lawyer, without over aggressiveness. I watched her defend in court and was so impressed by her brilliance, style and approach. She's very comforting to have as an attorney during such a stressful time-very r...esponsive and relatable.

Posted by Fernando | March 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Attorney Chelsea Simmons

Working with Nejame Law's attorney Chelsea Simmons was a pleasure. I first contacted her and explained my case over the phone, subsequently upon meeting personally the following day I contracted her services for my representation. Throughout the entire process she worked expeditiously and demonstrate...d her knowledge, experience and professional demeanor, she made dealing with the court system hearings a straightforward process. Chelsea is an experienced attorney that provides great advice and representation.

Posted by Kyle | February 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Lawyer - Best in Florida

Consulted and Hired Chelsea. I don’t write reviews usually at all. I was given the worst judge possible but had the best lawyer. She will work very hard to resolve your issue/case. She knows what she’s doing and very friendly about It. You’re honestly not going to find anyone better to handle your ca...se . You’ll definitely have the best end result going with her.

Posted by Jimmy | January 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional

She did everything right, she's a good listener, and she is an excellent lawyer. I will recommend anyone that has been accused or falsely accused of a crime to consult her.

Posted by Jeffery A Snipes | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best lawyer I have ever had

Mrs Simmons has beeny lawyer many of times while I was in orange county jail.. I always wrote to the public defender office requesting for her only and when I didn't get her I still wrote her for her advice and she have never lead me in the wrong direction.. She faught for me and won everytime and wh...en I knew of someone that had her as there lawyer I told them you have a good one and whenever they came back from court they shook my hand and said Snipes you was right I'm going home today. Chelsea Simmons I just can't say enough about her on here but I'm going to give you my number to call or text me because I can tell you so much more things about her.. here's my number 4079472751 feel free to contact me and I promise you you will not be disappointed with hiring her. She has been a blessing to me and I thank God for her.. contact me if you have any questions about Mrs Simmons

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Chelsea Leigh Simmons's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I would trust Chelsea Simmons with my freedom and my life. I have worked with Ms. Simmons on several cases, and seen her in court on various matters. I've witnessed her successfully argue stand-your-ground motions, suppression motions, pretrial evidentiary matters, and successfully defend numerous defendants in trial. I've been lucky enough to have the experience of sitting with her in trial. I witnessed first hand her professionalism, dedication, and expertise. You could not possibly hope for a more prepared, diligent, professional attorney. I've certainly yet to see one. She is truly the gold standard for criminal defense. I wholeheartedly endorse her."

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Susan Malove

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Simmons is highly experienced, detail oriented and caring. You can feel confident with her that you are getting the best legal representation available."

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Eric Barker

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I witnessed Ms. Simmons first hand in court on murder case and she absolutely did a phenomenal job. She is intelligent, conscientious, diligent and very personable. She is respected by the judiciary as well as opposing counsel. I would gladly recommend Ms. Simmons to a family member if they needed a lawyer."

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Joseph Flynn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Chelsea is one of the brightest and most dedicated legal minds I know. Anyone who hires Chelsea is getting one of the best attorneys out there."

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Kirsten Holz

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2025

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2024

Joe Durocher "Foot Soldier of the Constitution" Award, Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2024

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2023

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2022

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2021

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2020

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2019

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2018

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2017

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2016

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2015

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

2014

Board Certified - Criminal Trial, Florida Bar

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Attorney, Chelsea Simmons, P.A.

2020 - 2024

Partner, NeJame Law

2008 - 2020

Attorney, Ninth Circuit Public Defender

2008 - 2008

Certified Legal Intern, Public Defender For The Eighth Judicial Circuit

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, United States Attorney's Office, Middle District Of Florida, Ft. Myers division

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Southern Legal Counsel

Associations

2026 - Present

George C. Young First Central Florida American Inn of Court

Member

2025 - Present

Hispanic Bar Association

Member

2025 - Present

Black Women Lawyers Association of Central Florida

Member

2024 - Present

Paul C. Perkins Bar Association

Member

2022 - Present

Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers

Member

2022 - Present

League of Women Voters

Member

2021 - Present

Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2018 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2022 - 2023

Central Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Director at Large

Education

2008

University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law

J.D.

2005

University of Central Florida

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2019

Capital Defense Conference

"Impossible Wins: The Scott Nelson and Grant Amato Cases"

2017

Public Defender Academy

Public Defender Academy

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