Atty. Stephen Avery Ellis

Atty. Stephen Avery Ellis

Stephen Avery Ellis is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law, corporate restructuring and creditors' rights and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Avery Ellis at a glance

Stephen Avery Ellis is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Rutan Tucker Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1985). Educated at University of California Los Angeles, School of Law (J.D., 1985) and California State University, Long Beach (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Associations •Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Avery Ellis is a lawyer practicing business litigation, construction law, corporate restructuring and creditors' rights and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from California State University, Long Beach in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Stephen practices at Rutan & Tucker, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Avery Ellis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Avery 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

Stephen Avery Ellis is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Stephen Avery Ellis is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Costa Mesa 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 Stephen Avery Ellis

Where is Stephen Avery Ellis's law office located?
Stephen Avery Ellis's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Rutan Tucker Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Avery Ellis handle?
Stephen Avery Ellis focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Avery Ellis practiced law?
Stephen Avery Ellis has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Stephen Avery Ellis go to law school?
Stephen Avery Ellis earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Stephen Avery Ellis for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Avery 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 Stephen Avery Ellis received?
Stephen Avery Ellis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California Los Angeles, School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
California State University, Long Beach
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985

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