Atty. Michael Patrick Ellis
Michael Patrick Ellis is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, insolvency and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Ellis at a Glance
Michael Patrick Ellis is a formation, bankruptcy, securities, consumer, and international attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 2000) and University of California (B.A., 1997). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Ellis
- Michael Patrick Ellis is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, insolvency and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Ellis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Ellis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Business Formation in San Francisco
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Bankruptcy & Debt in San Francisco
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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Securities Law in San Francisco
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Consumer Protection in San Francisco
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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International Law in San Francisco
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Michael Patrick Ellis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Patrick Ellis's practice in the field of formation, bankruptcy, securities, consumer, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Ellis brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, bankruptcy, and securities, Michael Patrick Ellis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Michael Patrick Ellis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Patrick Ellis Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Patrick Ellis has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Patrick Ellis directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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