Atty. Joy Ellis

Atty. Joy Ellis

Joy Ellis is a lawyer practicing education, commercial, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law. Joy received a degree from Yale University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Portland Portland 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Joy Ellis at a glance

Joy Ellis is an Owner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Foster Garvey PC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1995) and Washington U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Oregon U.S. Distric (1996). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1995) and Yale University (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joy Ellis is a lawyer practicing education, commercial, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law
  • Joy received a degree from Yale University in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Joy practices at Foster Garvey PC in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Joy Ellis's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Education Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joy Ellis

Where is Joy Ellis's law office located?
Joy Ellis's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Foster Garvey PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joy Ellis handle?
Joy Ellis focuses on employment, business, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Joy Ellis practiced law?
Joy Ellis has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Joy Ellis go to law school?
Joy Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Joy Ellis for a consultation?
You can contact Joy Ellis directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joy Ellis received?
Joy Ellis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1995
B.A.
Yale University
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1995
Washington U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of Oregon U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1996

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