Atty. Scott Ellis

Atty. Scott Ellis

Scott Ellis focuses his practice on the representation of companies, private equity funds, and other financial sponsors in strategic initiatives and transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, restructurings, and joint ventures. Scott is experienced in the acquisition, disposition, and financing of portfolio companies for these clients.

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Profile Summary

About Scott Ellis at a glance

Scott Ellis is a Shareholder based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Educated at Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Southern Methodist University, Cox School of Business (M.B.A. University, 2004). Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Member, State Bar of Texas •Member, Dallas Bar Association, Mergers and Acquisitions Section •Chairman, 2017 •Member, St and Mark's School of Texas Alumni Association •Member, Association for Corporate Growth, Dallas Chapter •Member, Texas Capital Connection Committee. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Ellis focuses his practice on the representation of companies, private equity funds, and other financial sponsors in strategic initiatives and transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, restructurings, and joint ventures
  • Scott is experienced in the acquisition, disposition, and financing of portfolio companies for these clients
  • Scott also advises real estate funds, investors, and developers in the acquisition and disposition of their portfolios, with a particular focus on structuring real estate joint ventures
  • Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, D Magazine, Best Lawyers in Dallas, 2022-2026 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Texas Super Lawyers “Rising Stars,” 2014-2015

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Ellis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Scott Ellis's law office located?
Scott Ellis's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Ellis handle?
Scott Ellis focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Scott Ellis go to law school?
Scott Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (M.B.A. University, 2004).
How can I contact Scott Ellis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
- 2004
M.B.A. University
Southern Methodist University, Cox School of Business
- 2004

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