Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024 
Recognized by Chambers USA for his work in the Insurance Recovery field and recognized by Best Lawyers in America for commercial litigation and insurance law, Wesley is a trusted advocate for policyholders and businesses facing complex, high-stakes disputes. As a member of Shumaker's Litigation & Disputes Service Line, he leverages multidisciplinary strengths to drive results in both his insurance recovery and commercial litigation practices. Clients rely on his practical judgment and strategic execution, an approach reflected in his AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and repeated recognition by Ohio Super Lawyers®. He has helped policyholder clients realize significant recoveries of insurance assets, representing organizations of all sizes in matters that are often complex, novel, and mission-critical.
Prior to joining Shumaker, Wesley practiced in a nationally recognized Insurance Recovery group, counseling clients on claims reaching several hundred million dollars. His extensive experience spans commercial general liability, professional liability, construction, directors and officers, property, products liability, and cyber insurance. He represents clients through all phases of litigation—from intake through appeal—in state and federal courts and before alternative dispute resolution forums.
In addition to his insurance recovery practice, his commercial litigation work includes corporate, real estate, trade secret, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) dispute resolution, financial services, construction, and probate disputes.
Committed to service and community leadership, Wesley has served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including the Board of Directors for the American Red Cross – Greater Akron and Mahoning Valley Chapter, the Akron Children's Museum, and the Children's Education Board of the First Congregational Church of Hudson, where he is a member. Outside of work, he enjoys cheering on his two sons in their sporting pursuits and spending time with family and friends.
