Atty. John P. Ellis

Atty. John P. Ellis

Mr. John P.

Arlington Arlington 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About John P. Ellis at a glance

John P. Ellis is a bankruptcy, civil rights, elder law, government, and maritime attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1962) and District of Columbia (1968). Educated at George Washington University J.D. (—) and Allegheny College A.B. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John P. Ellis is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Allegheny College, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • John practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John P. Ellis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John P. Ellis 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.

John P. Ellis is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John P. Ellis is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

John P. Ellis is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

John P. Ellis is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John P. Ellis

Where is John P. Ellis's law office located?
John P. Ellis's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. Ellis handle?
John P. Ellis focuses on bankruptcy, civil rights, elder law, government, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John P. Ellis practiced law?
John P. Ellis has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did John P. Ellis go to law school?
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How can I contact John P. Ellis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John P. Ellis received?
John P. Ellis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

George Washington University J.D.
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Allegheny College A.B.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1962
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1968

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