Atty. Steven W. Wells

Atty. Steven W. Wells

Steven W. Wells is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven W. Wells at a glance

Steven W. Wells is a employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Hodgson Russ LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1986), Indiana (1999), Ohio (1999), and New York U.S. District Court, Western District of New York and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western Distri (2004). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 2003) and Ithaca College (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven W. Wells is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate, employment & labor and 4 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Ithaca College in 1999, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Steven practices at Hodgson Russ LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven W. Wells's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Steven W. Wells is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Steven W. Wells is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →

Real Estate Law

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

Steven W. Wells is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Steven W. Wells is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Steven W. Wells is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Buffalo 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven W. Wells

Where is Steven W. Wells's law office located?
Steven W. Wells's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Hodgson Russ LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven W. Wells handle?
Steven W. Wells focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven W. Wells practiced law?
Steven W. Wells has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Steven W. Wells go to law school?
Steven W. Wells earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Steven W. Wells for a consultation?
You can contact Steven W. 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 Steven W. Wells received?
Steven W. Wells's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 2003
B.A.
Ithaca College
- 1999

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1986
Indiana
Admitted: 1999
Ohio
Admitted: 1999
New York U.S. District Court, Western District of New York and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western Distri
Admitted: 2004

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