Atty. Ellen Catherine Bruce

Atty. Ellen Catherine Bruce

Ellen Catherine Bruce is a lawyer practicing wills / living wills, social security, general civil law and 4 other areas of law. Ellen received a degree from Colby College of Waterville, Maine, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Springfield Springfield 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Catherine Bruce at a glance

Ellen Catherine Bruce is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on car accidents, estate planning, workers comp, ssd, and poa. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of (2006). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law J.D. (—) and Colby College of Waterville, Maine (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen Catherine Bruce is a lawyer practicing wills / living wills, social security, general civil law and 4 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a degree from Colby College of Waterville, Maine, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Ellen practices in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Catherine Bruce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Catherine Bruce handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ellen Catherine Bruce is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Ellen Catherine Bruce is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ellen Catherine Bruce is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Ellen Catherine Bruce is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →

Power of Attorney

Ellen Catherine Bruce is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Springfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Catherine Bruce

Where is Ellen Catherine Bruce's law office located?
Ellen Catherine Bruce's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Catherine Bruce handle?
Ellen Catherine Bruce focuses on car accidents, estate planning, workers comp, ssd, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Ellen Catherine Bruce practiced law?
Ellen Catherine Bruce has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Ellen Catherine Bruce go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Catherine Bruce received?
Ellen Catherine Bruce's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

University of Illinois College of Law J.D.
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Colby College of Waterville, Maine
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 2006

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