Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Kentucky Legal Advocates
At James & Wells, we bring over 50 years of combined legal experience to serve clients across Kentucky. Our firm was founded in 2001 with a commitment to providing aggressive yet practical legal representation in criminal law, family law, and personal injury cases. Our attorneys are deeply rooted in the local community, with offices in La Grange and Carrollton, and maintain strong relationships with judges and legal professionals throughout Oldham, Henry, Trimble, and Carroll counties. We prioritize client needs through honest appraisals of cases while fighting relentlessly for favorable outcomes.Our team includes seasoned practitioners who have taught legal education courses and handled complex appellate cases. We offer flexible appointment options, including home or hospital visits for injured clients, and operate with transparency regarding fees and retainer requirements. Our reputation for excellence has been built through decades of successful case resolutions and client testimonials that highlight our professionalism and dedication.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Personal Injury
DUI Defense
Appellate Cases
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined legal experience in Kentucky courts
- Local attorneys with deep knowledge of regional legal systems
- Free initial consultations for all legal matters
- Contingency-based personal injury representation
- Flexible appointment options including home visits
What people say
Amazing team
Very satisfied
Excellent result
Knowledgeable staff
Professional and honest
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles misdemeanor and felony cases including DUI, drug charges, and juvenile offenses. We provide aggressive representation in Kentucky courts with a focus on protecting clients' rights and minimizing consequences. Our attorneys leverage decades of local legal system knowledge to negotiate plea agreements or litigate cases at trial when necessary.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, and support matters. Our approach prioritizes clients' family needs while navigating complex legal proceedings. With experience in both contested and uncontested cases, we provide realistic assessments and work toward equitable solutions that protect clients' interests and children's well-being.
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice represents clients in auto accidents, medical negligence, and workplace injury cases. We operate on a contingency basis, collecting fees only when successful. Our team investigates claims thoroughly, negotiates with insurance companies, and pursues full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
DUI Defense
Specialized defense for DUI charges with experienced trial attorneys who understand Kentucky's DUI laws. We challenge evidence, negotiate reduced charges when appropriate, and protect clients' driving privileges. Our representation includes first-time offenses and repeat violations with potential license suspension consequences.
Appellate Practice
We handle appellate cases with published and unpublished opinions in criminal and family law matters. Our attorneys prepare thorough briefs and oral arguments to challenge unfavorable rulings. This practice requires specialized legal knowledge to identify reversible errors and present compelling arguments to higher courts.
People
Jonathan Wells
Partner
Founding partner with 20+ years of experience in family law, criminal defense, and personal injury. Former staff attorney in Franklin Circuit Court and legal educator. Active in multiple state bar associations and judicial bar groups.
Ben Wyman
Trial Attorney
Trial lawyer with prosecution and civil litigation experience. Former Jefferson County prosecutor handling criminal, family, and personal injury cases. Member of Louisville and Kentucky bar associations with statewide practice.
G. Edward James
Retired Partner
Founding member with 46 years of legal experience. Former Superior Court Judge in Indiana and Kentucky Assistant Attorney General. Retired but contributed to firm's foundational expertise in multiple legal areas.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve La Grange, Carrollton, and surrounding Kentucky counties including Oldham, Henry, Trimble, and Carroll.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations for all legal matters with no obligation to hire our firm.
How are your fees structured?
Personal injury cases work on contingency fees. Other matters require retainer payments billed against actual services.
Can you handle complex legal issues?
Our attorneys have handled appellate cases and complex litigation across criminal, family, and personal injury law.
What if I can't visit your office?
We offer home and hospital visits for injured clients needing legal representation.
