Atty. Peter Wells
Peter Wells is a lawyer practicing trusts, domestic and international estate planning, estate, trust and tax planning and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.
Domestic and International Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 23+ Years Experience
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About Peter Wells at a Glance
Peter Wells is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, tax, and international tax. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2003), United States District Court, Massachusetts (2004), and New York (2006). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2003) and University of Vermont (B.A., 2000). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Peter Wells
- Peter Wells is a lawyer practicing trusts, domestic and international estate planning, estate, trust and tax planning and 3 other areas of law
- Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Peter practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Peter Wells's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Wells handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trusts in New York
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Family Law in New York
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Estate Planning & Probate in New York
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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International Tax in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Peter 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 Peter Wells's practice in the field of trusts, family law, estate planning, tax, and international tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Peter Wells brings 23+ 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 Massachusetts, United States District Court, Massachusetts, and New York, Peter Wells can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, family law, and estate planning, Peter Wells can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Peter 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 Peter Wells Handles in New York
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