Michael Wells
Attorney Member
Michael has been practicing law for over 18 years. He concentrates his practice in the areas of wills and estates and personal injury and business litigation.
Michael has been recognized multiple times for his work as a lawyer and for his service to the public. He is married to Jillian Brevorka, who is a lawyer in Greensboro. He is a published author and in his free time enjoys spending time with his family, reading, writing, drawing and exercising.
Education
- Wake Forest University School of Law, J.D., 2004
- University of Virginia, Bachelor of Arts, 2001
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina
- New York
- United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina
- United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina
Areas of Practice
- Wills and Estates
- Personal Injury and Business Litigation
Recognitions
- He was named to Business North Carolina Magazine’s "Legal Elite/Young Guns" for 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2016. (selection criteria available at businessnc.com)
- Michael won the NCBA Young Lawyers’ Division’s “Service to the Public Award” in 2011 for his contributions to pro bono legal services
- North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine named him a "Rising Star" for 2010-2013 and 2015-2017. Super Lawyers ranked Michael (based on its criteria) "Top Rated Social Security Disability Attorney in Winston-Salem, NC."
- Triad Business Journal named him one of “Forty Leaders Under 40” for 2009
Professional Activities
- Young Lawyers Division of North Carolina Bar Association (chair, 2014- 2015)
- American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division, representative for North Carolina District 9 (2010-2012)
- Forsyth County Bar Association
- North Carolina Bar Association
- Legal commentary contributor, WXII and WFMY
