Atty. Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman

Atty. Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman

Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, antitrust litigation, banking & financial services and 11 other areas of law. Ellen received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Charleston Charleston 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman at a glance

Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman is a Partner based in Charleston, West Virginia, practicing at Bowles Rice LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District (1985) and West Virginia (1985). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1985) and West Virginia University (B.S. West, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association •Fourth Circuit Judicial Conference •St, Thomas More Catholic Lawyers Society •Judge John A, and Field, Jr. Serands clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, antitrust litigation, banking & financial services and 11 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Ellen practices at Bowles Rice LLP in Charleston, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman

Where is Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman's law office located?
Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman's law practice is located in Charleston, West Virginia. The firm is Bowles Rice LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman handle?
Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman focuses on business, m&a, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman practiced law?
Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman go to law school?
Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. West, 1976).
How can I contact Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman received?
Ellen Lindsey Maxwell-Hoffman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1985
B.S. West
West Virginia University
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District
Admitted: 1985
West Virginia
Admitted: 1985

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