Atty. David James Wells

Atty. David James Wells

David James Wells is a lawyer practicing general litigation, personal injury defense, insurance law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.S. degree from California State University at Fresno in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Fresno Fresno 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David James Wells at a glance

David James Wells is a Member based in Fresno, California, practicing at David J Wells And Associates. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1992). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1985) and California State University at Fresno (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tulare County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel California Young Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David James Wells is a lawyer practicing general litigation, personal injury defense, insurance law and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from California State University at Fresno in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at David J. Wells & Associates in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David James Wells's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David James Wells is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fresno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David James Wells

Where is David James Wells's law office located?
David James Wells's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is David J Wells And Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David James Wells handle?
David James Wells focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David James Wells practiced law?
David James Wells has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David James Wells go to law school?
David James Wells earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact David James Wells for a consultation?
You can contact David James 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 David James Wells received?
David James Wells's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific
- 1985
B.S.
California State University at Fresno
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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