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Atty. Benjamin Duane Ellis

Atty. Benjamin Duane Ellis

Benjamin Duane Ellis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporations, employee benefits law and 1 other area of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Savannah Savannah 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Duane Ellis at a glance

Benjamin Duane Ellis is an Of Counsel based in Savannah, Georgia, practicing at Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997), South Carolina (1998), and North Carolina (2000). Educated at Georgia State University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of North Carolina Bar Association State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Savannah, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Benjamin Duane Ellis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, corporations, employee benefits law and 1 other area of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1991, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Benjamin practices at Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams LLP in Savannah, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Duane Ellis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Duane Ellis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Benjamin Duane Ellis is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Benjamin Duane Ellis is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Benjamin Duane Ellis is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Savannah are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Duane Ellis

Where is Benjamin Duane Ellis's law office located?
Benjamin Duane Ellis's law practice is located in Savannah, Georgia. The firm is Ellis, Painter, Ratterree & Adams LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Duane Ellis handle?
Benjamin Duane Ellis focuses on personal injury, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Benjamin Duane Ellis practiced law?
Benjamin Duane Ellis has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Benjamin Duane Ellis go to law school?
Benjamin Duane Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Benjamin Duane Ellis for a consultation?
You can contact Benjamin Duane Ellis directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Benjamin Duane Ellis received?
Benjamin Duane Ellis's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Georgia State University College of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1997
South Carolina
Admitted: 1998
North Carolina
Admitted: 2000

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