About Brent Everett
Brent Everett Wear is a dedicated personal injury attorney based in Wheeling, West Virginia. Since 2004, he has focused his legal practice on cases involving medical malpractice, wrongful death, and various personal injury matters. His commitment to advocating for those who have suffered due to negligence has shaped his career. This lets the attorney achieve significant results for his clients. Born and raised in Wheeling, Brent has deep roots in the community, which further fuels his focus on helping local residents. Brent graduated from Wheeling Central Catholic High School in 1997.
He then pursued higher education at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2001. Following his undergraduate studies, he attended the West Virginia University College of Law, graduating with his Juris Doctor in 2004. This educational background laid a solid foundation for his legal career, equipping him with the skills necessary to navigate complex legal issues effectively. After graduating, Brent joined Fitzsimmons Law Firm PLLC in the same year — Since then, he has represented clients in complex litigation, achieving numerous multi-million dollar settlements. His practice areas are diverse and include medical malpractice, birth injuries, toxic exposure, insurance coverage disputes, premises liability, and car accidents. Each case reflects his unwavering dedication to securing justice for his clients, many of whom have faced life-altering challenges due to the negligence of others.
Brent is admitted to practice law in both West Virginia and Ohio. He is also authorized to appear before several federal courts, including the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia. Furthermore, he has the privilege of practicing before the Supreme Court of the United States. This broad range of admissions allows him to represent clients in various legal matters across multiple jurisdictions, enhancing his ability to advocate effectively. In addition to his legal practice, Brent has contributed to the legal community by serving on the West Virginia Board of Law Examiners. In this role, he evaluates applicants seeking admission to the practice of law in the state.
He is a member of both the West Virginia State Bar and the Ohio State Bar Association. His professional achievements have not gone unnoticed; Brent was recognized in Super Lawyers Magazine as a West Virginia Rising Star from 2012 to 2016 and was named to the National Trial Lawyers' Top 40 Under 40 in 2012. Brent's office is located at 1609 Warwood Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003. He can be reached by phone at (304) 277-1700 or via email.
