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Atty. John Ellis Ellsworth

Atty. John Ellis Ellsworth

John Ellis Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, tax law. John received a B.S. degree from Greenville College, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Chicago Chicago 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About John Ellis Ellsworth at a glance

John Ellis Ellsworth is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Ellsworth Law Group. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, tax, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), Colorado (1990), and Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Tax Court (2009). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1972) and Greenville College B.S. Accounting (—). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State, Colorado and American (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin American Institute of Tax Counsel American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Ellis Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, tax law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Greenville College, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Ellsworth Law Group in Chicago, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

John Ellis Ellsworth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Ellis Ellsworth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

John Ellis Ellsworth is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Ellis Ellsworth

Where is John Ellis Ellsworth's law office located?
John Ellis Ellsworth's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Ellsworth Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ellis Ellsworth handle?
John Ellis Ellsworth focuses on bankruptcy, tax, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Ellis Ellsworth practiced law?
John Ellis Ellsworth has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Ellis Ellsworth go to law school?
John Ellis Ellsworth earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (—).
How can I contact John Ellis Ellsworth for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. Louis University
- 1972
Greenville College B.S. Accounting
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
Colorado
Admitted: 1990
Wisconsin U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2009

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