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David Lee Wells
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Biography
Oftentimes, when you are looking for an attorney you are in the most stressful times of your life: when you are injured, experiencing complicated domestic trauma or even starting a new business venture. Everyone has a right to vigorous and aggressive legal representation. The David Lee Wells Law Office strives to provide understanding to individuals in stressful times of their lives when a family member is injured or they are experiencing domestic difficulties. We will listen to our client's concerns, analyze their legal difficulty, and strive to obtain a satisfactory result for the client.
David Lee Wells appears regularly in Courts including, Clay, Platte, and Jackson counties. Wells focuses on family and family problems in Divorce, Custody, Bodily Injury, Traffic, DWI and Criminal cases. He also handles cases involving Commercial Real Estate, Condemnation and Business.
David Lee Wells brings to each case the commitment and knowledge that has led to his former service as the Clay County Bar President. He has taught Missouri lawyers, Judges and Prosecuting Attorneys. Wells has earned an AV Preeminent 5 out of 5 Peer Review Rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest level of recognition they award. He was named to the list of Missouri Super Lawyers in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
David Lee Wells takes a direct and plain language approach to handling even very complex legal matters. David does not tell you what you want to hear but he tells you what you need to know and he is on your side.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
45%
Estate Planning
16%
Family
10%
Personal Injury
10%
16 years
Fees and Rates
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Missouri for 58 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1967
No misconduct found
Location
David Lee Wells Law Office
(816) 842-2173
Fax
329 Armour Rd, North Kansas City, MO, 64116
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David Lee Wells's Reviews
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Posted by Brett | May 27, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
excellent knowledge
Mr. Wells has been an extremely knowlagable asset for me. He and his paralegals have done everything necessary- from a traffic stop to a fairly messy divorce. Highly recommended-
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2014
Very, Very, Very Good
They handled four of my cases, and many of my friends' cases. everyone was always very pleased with service and cost
Posted by Dan | December 24, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
The Best Divorce Attorney
David Lee Wells is the Best attorney in Kansas City. David staff Jessica and Leeann are the best legal team in Kansas City. Both Jessica and Leeann are extremely knowledgeable and friendly . I was in a very difficult divorce, David guided me right through it David got me everything I wanted from...
Posted by Steve | May 17, 2012
Professional Representation
I am very pleased with David's handling of my case. He is well connected in the legal community and has many relationships that are beneficial in disposing of legal matters. I strongly recommend his services.
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2016 | Divorce & Separation
Honest Outlook
I went to see Mr. Wells about a divorce petition my husband filed against me. What I liked about this attorney was that he was patient, kind, and gave a very honest opinion regarding the possible outcome and what I could expect for the future. I really liked that he did not try to sugar-coat the si...
David Lee Wells's Lawyer Endorsements
Tyse Samani-Marshall
Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a powerful advocate for his clients. I'd highly recommend this lawyer."
"Mr. Wells is a well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Highly experienced lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Attorney, David Lee Wells Law Office
Associations
Missouri Bar
Member
Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association
Member
Platte County Bar Association
Member
University of Missouri at Kansas City Allumni Association
Director
North Kansas City Business Council
Board of Directors
Northland Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Williams Jewell College Alumni Association
Board of Governors
Ducks Unlimited National Wildlife Art Show
Executive Director
1984 - 1985
Clay County Bar AssociationPresident
1979 - 1981
Clay County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Education
1967
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1963
William Jewell College
AB - Applied Baccalaureate
Speaking Engagements
2001
Missouri Bar Family Law Conference
Attorney's Liens
1995
Missouri Bar
QMCSO's The Forgotten Issue
Publications
1995
Missouri Bar Journal
Medical Child Support New Dawn New Danger parts 1 and 2
N/A
Wide Open Magazine
Law 4 Bikers
Languages
English