Brent Wear
About Brent Wear
Brent Wear is a lawyer based in Wheeling, WV and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2026. Brent Wear is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Wheeling, West Virginia
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Fitzsimmons Law Firm PLLC
Education: West Virginia University, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Wheeling, WV
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