Atty. Danny R. Ellis
A noted personal injury lawyer who has made his mark on both sides of the aisle, Danny Ellis dedicates himself to assisting individuals who have suffered because of other people’s wrongful acts. At law school, Mr.
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Danny R. Ellis is an Of Counsel based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, practicing at Hoy Law Injury Law. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2000), Arkansas (2009), Georgia (2014), and Washington (2020). Educated at Cumberland School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Freed-Hardeman University (B.A. History, 1997). Active member of Georgia State Bar Association — Member. Serands clients in Sioux Falls, SD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- A noted personal injury lawyer who has made his mark on both sides of the aisle, Danny Ellis dedicates himself to assisting individuals who have suffered because of other people’s wrongful acts
- At law school, Mr. Ellis served as an editor for the law review and graduated near the top of his class
- He then began practicing law in Jackson, Tennessee
- He quickly gained a reputation as a fearsome courtroom advocate for his clients
- Soon, he began handling cases across West Tennessee
- He achieved several notable recoveries for his clients, including $500,000 in a tractor-trailer case and $350,000 in a rear-end case where the victim suffered a cervical herniation
- While living in Jackson, Mr. Ellis also served on the city council and eventually rose to the position of vice mayor
- Later, Mr. Ellis worked in Knoxville as an insurance defense attorney
- This gave him deep insight into how insurance companies and their legal teams defend, evaluate, and eventually try or settle cases
- Ultimately unsatisfied with working for the insurance companies against consumers, Mr. Ellis returned to his roots and once again began representing injured victims
- Now he uses his knowledge of insurance defense strategies and tactics to fight for his clients more efficiently and aggressively than ever
- Mr. Ellis learned the value of compassion and sacrifice from his parents, two devoted Christians who spent their prime years of life operating orphanages and children’s homes and fostering children who had no family to care for them
- As a result, he has a special passion for helping children who have been deprived of the protection and guidance of their parents
- Away from the office, Mr. Ellis’ dedication to his community and helping children in need still shines through
- He and his wife Jennifer lead a children’s ministry at the Mountain Creek Church of Christ in Chattanooga
- The couple regularly bring their two children to attend services at Mountain Creek, where Mr. Ellis also serves as a Bible class teacher and song leader
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Danny R. Ellis's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danny R. Ellis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Danny R. Ellis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Dakota →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Danny R. Ellis is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Dakota →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Danny R. Ellis is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Dakota →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Danny R. Ellis is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in South Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in South Dakota
Practicing law in South Dakota. Legal matters in South Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sioux Falls are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Dakota 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 South Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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