Atty. Mark A. Wells
Mark A. Wells is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, criminal.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Springfield, IL · 35+ Years Experience
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About Mark A. Wells at a Glance
Mark A. Wells is a Member based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Mark A. Wells. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and Texas (2019). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Wells
- Mark A. Wells is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation, criminal
- Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Mark practices at Law Offices of Mark A. Wells in Springfield, IL
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Mark A. Wells's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Wells handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Springfield.
Personal Injury in Springfield
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.
Mark A. Wells is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Criminal Defense in Springfield
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Mark A. Wells is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Springfield
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Mark A. Wells is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Springfield
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Springfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Springfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Springfield Choose Mark A. Wells
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark A. Wells's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark A. Wells brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Texas, Mark A. Wells can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, Mark A. Wells can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Springfield
A Springfield-based practice means Mark A. Wells attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark A. Wells Handles in Springfield
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark A. Wells has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark A. Wells directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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