Atty. Barbara J. Wells

Atty. Barbara J. Wells

Barbara J. Wells is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil appeals, labor and employment and 1 other area of law.

Montgomery Montgomery 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (334) 801-5176 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Barbara J. Wells at a glance

Barbara J. Wells is a Shareholder based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Capell And Howard P C. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994), Alabama (1995), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1993) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alabama State Bar Illinois State, Federal and American Bar Associations American Inns of Court. Serands clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barbara J. Wells is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil appeals, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
  • Barbara received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Barbara practices at Capell & Howard, P.C. in Montgomery, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara J. Wells's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara J. Wells handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Barbara J. Wells is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Alabama →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Barbara J. Wells is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alabama →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Montgomery are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara J. Wells

Where is Barbara J. Wells's law office located?
Barbara J. Wells's law practice is located in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm is Capell And Howard P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara J. Wells handle?
Barbara J. Wells focuses on employment, ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Barbara J. Wells practiced law?
Barbara J. Wells has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Barbara J. Wells go to law school?
Barbara J. Wells earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B., 1989).
How can I contact Barbara J. Wells for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara J. Wells directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barbara J. Wells received?
Barbara J. Wells's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1993
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994
Alabama
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Alabama and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1996

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