Matthew D. "Matt" Wells
About Matthew D. Wells
Matthew D. Wells is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Matthew D. Wells is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Environmental Law
- Oil and Gas Law
- Water Law
Current Firm: Foster Garvey PC
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1992, University of Washington, MA, graduated 1986, and Yale University, BS, graduated 1982
Location: Seattle, WA
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