Atty. 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.
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Michael Owen Wells is a Member based in Midlothian, Virginia, practicing at Smith & Wells PC. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wills, chapter 7, probate, chapter 13, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1985) and University of Richmond (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Midlothian, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- 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 is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →
Michael Owen Wells is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Virginia →
Michael Owen Wells is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Virginia →
Michael Owen Wells is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Virginia →
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.
Michael Owen Wells is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
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Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Midlothian are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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