Scott Bradley Well

Scott Bradley Well

4.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

2122 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA

About Scott

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

38 years | 15,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 37 years

State: California

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Scott B. Well

2122 North Broadway, Santa Ana, CA, 92706-2614

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Scott Bradley Well's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Poor & Unprofessional Representation

Scott Wells provided us with poor legal representation in a criminal case with no act of commitment nor his dedication as he failed his job with gross neglect and disregard for the his clients best interest. 1st he did disclose a severe health issue that would hinder his work ability that he knew ...he had and did not disclose to us at the time, we retained him if known we would have searched other council that could have provided their full capacity and attention to representation. So with no knowledge his personal problem became our problem with his missed court dates and rare client communication The outcome of his failure resulted in a double life sentence verses a 10 year plea deal he was offed. But due to Scotts negligence and unprofessionalism . the deal fell through because he could not wait to sign the deal after the court was dismissed for lunch time and the judge instructed us to return after lunch to sign the papers. Scott told the Judge he had a personnel appointment and asked the judge if we could come back on Monday to sigh as his wife has an Anniversary weekend surprise for him and must leave, even against our concern as we wanted to sign the deal after lunch, but Scott assured us the deal is a done deal don't worry, it cant be changed, it can wait till Monday. So we trusted him, and said ok as long as the deal cannot be taken back. Well Scotts concern for his personal needs over his clients needs cost my son his life, as the plea deal was taken back.( any good criminal lawyer should have there is a chance they can change it , and in the clients best interest Scott should have stayed and signed the plea deal that day! all because Scott could not wait around for 1 more hour. His negligence cost my son his life. Do not hire as legal Council!!!!!

Posted by James | December 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Former Client

Scott Well is an outstanding Attorney, I have utilized his services on 2 prior occasions and believe he is one of the best Attorneys in Orange County, Ca. He is very well connected and can work miracles.

Posted by David | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honesty, Diligence, and Peace of Mind

Got serious criminal traffic violation charges reduced to infraction. This was a challenging goal given the circumstances and prosecution team involved, and he made it happen. He was honest, up-front, realistic, and handled everything swiftly in a way that allowed me to avoid stressing about my imp...ending case outcome on a daily basis.

Posted by david g | April 14, 2015 | Juvenile

SCOTT B WELL

I have been to the mountain several times with Scott by my side mostly for my children as they have grown up and made stupid mistakes. He is definitely part of the family. I have reccomended him so many times I probably should get some kind of kick back,,,lol. It is my honor and privlege to recommend... Mr Scott Well. You wont be disappointed and he is quite the artist as well.

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Michael Horan Award, West Orange County Bar Association

2008

President's Award, West Orange County Bar Association

2007

Presiden'ts Award, Ferguson American Inn of Court

2004

Attorney of the Year, Constitutional Rights Foundation

Work Experience

1988 - 1992

Deputy District Attorney, Orange County District Attorney

Associations

2010 - 2011

Ferguson American Inn of Court

President

2008 - 2010

Celtic Bar Association of Orange County

President

2003 - 2004

West Orange County Bar Association

President

Education

1987

Western State University College of Law

Juris Doctor

N/A

California St Univ Long Beach

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2010

Ireland CBA 2010

Substance Abuse Rx

2010

"California on my Honor" Court connections workshop

Legal Survival Skills programs for students

Publications

1989

ABA Child Support Journal contempt: civil vs criminal

Languages

English

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