Atty. Laura E. Ellsworth

Atty. Laura E. Ellsworth

Laura E. Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, intellectual property, e-discovery and 4 other areas of law.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Laura E. Ellsworth at a glance

Laura E. Ellsworth is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Jones Day. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, ip, whistleblower, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1983). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1983) and Princeton University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Laura E. Ellsworth is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation, intellectual property, e-discovery and 4 other areas of law
  • Laura received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Laura practices at Jones Day in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Laura E. Ellsworth's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Laura E. Ellsworth is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Laura E. Ellsworth is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Laura E. Ellsworth is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Whistleblower & Retaliation

Laura E. Ellsworth is one of 3,552 whistleblower attorneys indexed nationally. Browse whistleblower attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Laura E. Ellsworth is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laura E. Ellsworth

Where is Laura E. Ellsworth's law office located?
Laura E. Ellsworth's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laura E. Ellsworth handle?
Laura E. Ellsworth focuses on personal injury, business, ip, whistleblower, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Laura E. Ellsworth practiced law?
Laura E. Ellsworth has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Laura E. Ellsworth go to law school?
Laura E. Ellsworth earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Laura E. Ellsworth for a consultation?
You can contact Laura E. Ellsworth 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 Laura E. Ellsworth received?
Laura E. Ellsworth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1983
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983

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