Atty. Ellen K. Harrison

Atty. Ellen K. Harrison

Ellen K. Harrison advises clients on a broad range of tax issues, including estate planning and administration, tax controversies, and income, gift and estate tax planning for individuals, businesses and charitable organizations.

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About Ellen K. Harrison at a glance

Ellen K. Harrison is an attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practforg at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Washington (DC) (2015). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ellen K. Harrison advises clients on a broad range of tax issues, including estate planning and administration, tax controversies, and income, gift and estate tax planning for individuals, businesses and charitable organizations
  • She has significant experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, prenuptial arrangements and buy-sell agreements, as well as a broad range of corporate documents and family partnership agreements
  • Her tax controversy and litigation experience includes Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audits, IRS appeals, refund claims and US Tax Court litigation
  • Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/harrison-ellen-k/

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

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Where is Ellen K. Harrison's law office located?
Ellen K. Harrison's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Ellen K. Harrison go to law school?
Ellen K. Harrison earned their education at (J.D., 1973).
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What awards or recognition has Ellen K. Harrison receiandd?
Ellen K. Harrison's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Washington (DC).

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates, Washington (DC)
- 2015

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