Atty. Michael Wells
Michael Wells is a lawyer practicing business, mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from San Diego State University, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 56+ Years Experience
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About Michael Wells at a Glance
Michael Wells is a business, ip, tax, m&a, and securities attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Admitted to practice in US Tax Court (1970), California (1971), District of Columbia (1981), and US District Court for the District of Columbia, US Supreme Court (1981). Educated at San Fernando Valley College of Law JD - Juris Doctor (—) and San Diego State University, San Diego CA San Fernando Valley College of Law, Woodland Hills CA (—). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Wells
- Michael Wells is a lawyer practicing business, mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from San Diego State University, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Wells's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Wells handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Wells is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Tax Law in Los Angeles
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Wells is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
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Securities Law in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Michael 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 Michael Wells's practice in the field of business, ip, tax, m&a, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Wells brings 56+ 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 US Tax Court, California, and District of Columbia, Michael Wells can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and tax, Michael Wells can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Wells attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Wells Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Wells has experience with under California 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 Michael Wells directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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