Atty. Luke Ellis

Atty. Luke Ellis

Luke Ellis is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, car accidents, trucking accident and 1 other area of law. Luke received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Orinda Orinda 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Luke Ellis at a glance

Luke Ellis is a Member based in Orinda, California, practicing at GJEL Accident Attorneys. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1976). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1975) and Antioch College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California American Trial Lawyers Association California Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Orinda, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Luke Ellis is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, car accidents, trucking accident and 1 other area of law
  • Luke received a B.A. degree from Antioch College in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Luke practices at GJEL Accident Attorneys in Orinda, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Luke Ellis's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

Luke Ellis is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

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.

Luke Ellis is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Luke Ellis

Where is Luke Ellis's law office located?
Luke Ellis's law practice is located in Orinda, California. The firm is GJEL Accident Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Luke Ellis handle?
Luke Ellis focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Luke Ellis practiced law?
Luke Ellis has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Luke Ellis go to law school?
Luke Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Luke Ellis for a consultation?
You can contact Luke 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 Luke Ellis received?
Luke Ellis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
- 1975
B.A.
Antioch College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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