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John Wells

Lacy Katzen LLP

Rochester, NY

Practicing business in Rochester since 2009.

17+
Years practicing
1
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John Wells is an attorney based in Rochester, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. John has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacy Katzen LLP.

Based in
Rochester, NEW YORK
Experience
over 17 years
Known for
Business · Litigation · Medical Malpractice
  • Handles Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice matters from Rochester, NEW YORK.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About John Wells: John Wells is an attorney based in Rochester, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Medical Malpractice. John has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacy Katzen LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice focus

John Wells represents clients in Rochester, New York across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About John Wells

John Wells is a litigator and trial attorney at Lacy Katzen LLP in Rochester, New York, where he represents clients in a wide range of civil litigation matters. His practice includes Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants, and Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. John regularly handles matters involving medical malpractice, personal injury, automobile accidents, nursing home negligence, and commercial, business, and estate-related disputes.

John’s courtroom experience includes civil jury and non-jury trials, administrative hearings, and participation in mediations and arbitrations, including matters associated with the Federal Mediation Program. He also has appellate experience and has appeared before the New York State Appellate Division, Fourth Department.

Prior to joining Lacy Katzen LLP, John practiced at a civil litigation firm where his work focused on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers’ compensation, and Social Security disability matters. This background provides him with a practical understanding of complex litigation and the procedural issues that arise throughout the life of a case.

Credentials

Education

  • St. Bonaventure University

    B.A. · 2004

  • University of Buffalo Law School

    J.D. · 2008

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • New York, New York S

    2009 · ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star 2014-2019

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers 2014-2022

    2026

Locations

Office locations

Main office

Lacy Katzen LLP

600 Bausch & Lomb Place

Rochester, New York 14604

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  • What areas of law does John Wells practice?

    John Wells focuses on Business, Litigation, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury.

  • Where is John Wells located?

    John Wells primarily serves clients in Rochester, New York, with an office at 600 Bausch & Lomb Place.

  • How experienced is John Wells?

    John Wells has 17 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2009.

  • Is John Wells a verified attorney?

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  • How can I schedule a consultation with John Wells?

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