Atty. Stephen Lee Wells

Atty. Stephen Lee Wells

Stephen Lee Wells is a lawyer practicing corporate, real estate, mergers and acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. Stephen Lee received a degree from Purdue University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Lee Wells at a glance

Stephen Lee Wells is a Member based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Summers Compton Wells LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1975). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1975) and Purdue University (B.S.I.M. University, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen Lee Wells is a lawyer practicing corporate, real estate, mergers and acquisitions and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen Lee received a degree from Purdue University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Stephen Lee practices at Summers Compton Wells LLC in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Lee Wells's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Stephen Lee Wells is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen Lee Wells is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen Lee Wells is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Missouri →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Stephen Lee Wells is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Lee Wells

Where is Stephen Lee Wells's law office located?
Stephen Lee Wells's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Summers Compton Wells LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Lee Wells handle?
Stephen Lee Wells focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Stephen Lee Wells practiced law?
Stephen Lee Wells has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Stephen Lee Wells go to law school?
Stephen Lee Wells earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S.I.M. University, 1971).
How can I contact Stephen Lee Wells for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Lee 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 Stephen Lee Wells received?
Stephen Lee Wells's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1975
B.S.I.M. University
Purdue University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1975

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