Geoffrey S. Wells is a highly accomplished attorney renowned for his
exceptional track record in securing substantial verdicts and
settlements for clients. With over 250 multimillion-dollar outcomes
in complex legal cases, his dedication to seeking justice has earned
him widespread recognition and respect in the legal
community.
Throughout his career, Geoffrey has handled
numerous high-profile cases. Notable ones include:
• Segal v.
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority – $7.7
million
• Willis v. Figueroa – $4 million
• Quezada
v. Motor Coach Industries – $8.15 million
• Mehdipour v. The
city of Santa Monica – $2.65 million
• Murillo v. U.S.
Border Patrol – $3.3 million
He also reached a confidential
settlement of $8.6 million in a wrongful death case
Among his
most significant achievements, Geoffrey secured a jury verdict of
$36.1 million in the case of Escamilla v. Durham School Services,
representing an injured child due to negligence by a school bus
driver. This outstanding outcome led to his recognition as a Finalist
for CAOC's Consumer Attorney of The Year Award in 2018. Additionally,
he played a crucial role as lead plaintiffs' counsel in the Castillo
v. DYK case, resulting in a combined settlement and jury verdict
exceeding $40 million. Geoffrey also obtained a substantial award of
$4.9 million for a victim in an amusement park ride lawsuit involving
a Ferris wheel accident.
Professional Associations &
Achievements:
Geoffrey is an elected member of the prestigious
American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and was honored with
ABOTA's Lee Wenzel Civility Award in 2019. He is an active member of
various professional organizations, including the Consumer Attorneys
of California and the American Association for Justice. In 2014, he
served as the president of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los
Angeles, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to advocating
for consumer rights.
Honors & Recognitions:
Geoffrey's
exceptional legal skills have been consistently acknowledged
throughout his career, earning him numerous accolades, including a
rating of Super Lawyer in Southern California since 2004. He was
listed as one of the top 100 lawyers in L.A. County by Super Lawyers
from 2007-2017. Additional accolades include recognition in
Lawdragon's 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers guide since 2020 and as one of the Best Lawyers in America in Personal Injury and
Products Liability.
Education & Career:
Geoffrey
earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington
in 1981, where he was also a standout pitcher on the college baseball
team. He later obtained his law degree from Pepperdine University
School of Law in 1985 and was a member of the Pepperdine Law School
National Trial Competition Team. He was admitted to the bar in 1986
and began his legal career as a defense attorney, focusing on medical
malpractice, hospital liability, special event, and auto racetrack
liability cases. In 1992, Geoffrey joined Greene, Broillet &
Wheeler, where he has since demonstrated his unwavering dedication to
fighting for justice on behalf of injured individuals.
Community
Involvement:
Outside of his legal practice, Geoffrey actively
engages in volunteering as a judge for mock trial advocacy. He serves
as a board member for Fund Her, an organization dedicated to
increasing women's involvement in elected political office.
Additionally, Geoffrey is a member of the Sierra Club and actively
supports community causes related to music, the arts, and the Cardiac
Arrhythmia Foundation. His commitment to making a positive impact
extends to his involvement in various educational and community
initiatives.
Geoffrey S. Wells' exceptional legal achievements,
commitment to justice, and contributions to the community have
solidified his reputation as a leading advocate for the injured and
an influential figure.