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Michael Owen Wells

4.8
4 reviews

1330 Alverser Plz., Midlothian, VA 23113

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation and 6 more

About Michael Owen Wells

Michael Owen Wells is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, civil litigation and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Richmond in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years. Michael practices at Smith & Wells PC in Midlothian, VA.

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Michael Owen Wells got this award in 2021

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4.3
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
April 20, 2020
Hired Attorney

Mr. Wells has been my lawyer for years. I will not ever use anyone else. I can call him with the most trivial thing and he ALWAYS call or emails me back within 24-48 hours without fail. I have recommended him to others and they all agree. Price was perfect and they don't nickel and dime you or harass you. They work with you and treat you like you are a million dollar client. Definatly reccommend them!

 
Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
July 20, 2011
Hired Attorney

He was courteous, prompt and spoke well. He answered all questions in understandable language. He kept us informed when there was a problem receiving funds from a closing one day prior to our closing date. He was extremely pleasant and calm.

Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
February 13, 2012
Hired Attorney

He is very pleasant to speak with, listens to you rather than talk over you as do many other attorney's. Very calm and handled himself in a very professional manner. Precise and to the point and helped me understand my situation so as to make my own judgement on the issues where attention was needed. I believe him to be as good as good can get and I thank him for his service's rendered.

 
Bankruptcy
Posted by anonymous
November 26, 2010
Hired Attorney

While the services rendered were good, I feel we overpaid.

Services

Areas of Law

  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Criminal Law 1
    • Traffic Violations
  • Personal Injury
  • Bankruptcy
  • Other 4
    • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
    • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
    • Wills
    • Estate Administration

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates: $250 - $350/hr
    Contingency Fee: 33% - 40%
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    Smith & Wells PC

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1985, Virginia
    Memberships
    Virginia State Bar
    The Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Richmond
    Class of 1985
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Richmond
    Class of 1980
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1957
    Richmond, Virginia, April 22, 1957

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