Atty. Ellen Harris Persons

Atty. Ellen Harris Persons

Ms. Ellen Harris Persons is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal law, general practice and trial and 4 other areas of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (445) 276-3752 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Ellen Harris Persons at a glance

Ellen Harris Persons is a Senior Associate based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2008). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 2008) and University of Virginia (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Ellen Harris Persons is a lawyer practicing commercial, criminal law, general practice and trial and 4 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Ellen practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Harris Persons's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Atlanta 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 Ellen Harris Persons

Where is Ellen Harris Persons's law office located?
Ellen Harris Persons's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Harris Persons handle?
Ellen Harris Persons focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Ellen Harris Persons practiced law?
Ellen Harris Persons has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Ellen Harris Persons go to law school?
Ellen Harris Persons earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Ellen Harris Persons for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 2008
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2008

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