Atty. W. David Wells

Atty. W. David Wells

W. David Wells is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, complex and multidistrict litigation, appellate practice.

St. Louis St. Louis 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About W. David Wells at a glance

W. David Wells is a Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at Thompson Coburn LLP. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on business, class action, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1964), Missouri (1965), and Illinois (2000). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1964) and Princeton University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. David Wells is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, complex and multidistrict litigation, appellate practice
  • W. David received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • W. David practices at Thompson Coburn LLP in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

W. David Wells's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

W. David Wells is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 W. David Wells

Where is W. David Wells's law office located?
W. David Wells's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is Thompson Coburn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. David Wells handle?
W. David Wells focuses on business, class action, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has W. David Wells practiced law?
W. David Wells has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did W. David Wells go to law school?
W. David Wells earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (B.A., 1961).
How can I contact W. David Wells for a consultation?
You can contact W. David 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 W. David Wells received?
W. David Wells's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1964
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1964
Missouri
Admitted: 1965
Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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