Atty. Nicholas James Ellis

Atty. Nicholas James Ellis

Nicholas James Ellis is a lawyer practicing automotive, manufacturing, business litigation & dispute resolution and 1 other area of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Detroit Detroit 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas James Ellis at a glance

Nicholas James Ellis is an Associate based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2009). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2009) and Michigan State University (B.A. Political, 2006). Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nicholas James Ellis is a lawyer practicing automotive, manufacturing, business litigation & dispute resolution and 1 other area of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Nicholas practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas James Ellis's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas James Ellis

Where is Nicholas James Ellis's law office located?
Nicholas James Ellis's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas James Ellis handle?
Nicholas James Ellis focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Nicholas James Ellis practiced law?
Nicholas James Ellis has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Nicholas James Ellis go to law school?
Nicholas James Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Political, 2006).
How can I contact Nicholas James Ellis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2009
B.A. Political
Michigan State University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2009

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