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Atty. Ellen Morrison Townsend

Atty. Ellen Morrison Townsend

Ellen Morrison Townsend practices in the real estate, civil litigation, and general corporate areas. A substantial part of her practice is devoted to defending businesses in state and federal courts across Indiana, as well as with the Indiana Attorney General, the Indiana Real Estate Commission, the Department of Insurance and many other state and federal regulatory agencies.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Ellen Morrison Townsend at a glance

Ellen Morrison Townsend is an Attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practforg at Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer. They haand 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1997). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and DePauw University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ellen Morrison Townsend practices in the real estate, civil litigation, and general corporate areas
  • A substantial part of her practice is devoted to defending businesses in state and federal courts across Indiana, as well as with the Indiana Attorney General, the Indiana Real Estate Commission, the Department of Insurance and many other state and federal regulatory agencies
  • She has represented clients in connection with permitting, enforcement and other common issues arising in real estate development work, including zoning and other land use matters
  • Ms. Townsend was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star, real estate law, (top 2-1/2 percent of attorneys under age 40 in Indiana), and is a Distinguished Fellow of the Indianapolis Bar Foundation
  • She is active with charitable and community-based organizations, including the Indiana State Bar Association's Client Financial Assistance Fund and House of Delegates (St
  • Luke's Methodist Church, Park Tudor School, DePauw University, and the IU School of Law)
  • she also serves as Town Attorney, Town of Williams Creek

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Where is Ellen Morrison Townsend's law office located?
Ellen Morrison Townsend's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Due Doyle Fanning Alderfer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Ellen Morrison Townsend practiced law?
Ellen Morrison Townsend has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Ellen Morrison Townsend go to law school?
Ellen Morrison Townsend earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Morrison Townsend receiandd?
Ellen Morrison Townsend's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1997

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