Atty. Ellen Marie Cheney

Atty. Ellen Marie Cheney

Ellen Marie Cheney is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, consumer collections and 4 other areas of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from U.C.L.A., and has been licensed for 30 years.

Ventura Ventura 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Marie Cheney at a glance

Ellen Marie Cheney is a chapter 7, chapter 13, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11 attorney based in Ventura, California. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in California (1996), U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1997). Educated at Tulane Law School (J.D., 1996) and U.C.L.A. B.A. English Literature with Business Emphasis (—). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Ventura, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ellen Marie Cheney is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial litigation, consumer collections and 4 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from U.C.L.A., and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Ellen practices in Ventura, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Marie Cheney's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Ellen Marie Cheney is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in California →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Ellen Marie Cheney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Ellen Marie Cheney is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Ellen Marie Cheney is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Marie Cheney

Where is Ellen Marie Cheney's law office located?
Ellen Marie Cheney's law practice is located in Ventura, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Marie Cheney handle?
Ellen Marie Cheney focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ellen Marie Cheney practiced law?
Ellen Marie Cheney has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Ellen Marie Cheney go to law school?
Ellen Marie Cheney earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (—).
How can I contact Ellen Marie Cheney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane Law School
- 1996
U.C.L.A. B.A. English Literature with Business Emphasis
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Central and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1997

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