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Steven Ellison, Esq.

Senior Legal Writer

Steven Ellison, Esq., Senior Legal Writer

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Steve is an experienced lawyer who writes legal articles for FindLaw.com.

Steve went to Iowa State University and received a bachelor’s degree with honors, Phi Beta Kappa, in English before going to the University of Minnesota Law School. He was on the law review and graduated magna cum laude, Order of the Coif. After graduation, he clerked for Chief Judge Harry H. MacLaughlin of the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota.

Steve then entered private practice. He focused on complex civil litigation, including class actions, product liability litigation, and contract disputes. He spent nearly 15 years in Chicago and became a litigation partner in a large global law firm. He then returned to Minneapolis and, after nearly five years with two Twin Cities firms, opened his own firm. He continued to focus on complex civil litigation, but added family law, intellectual property, and employment law to his practice. He has litigated cases in state and federal courts all across the country and has first-chair trial and appellate experience.

In addition to his legal practice, Steve has been an Adjunct Professor of Legal Writing at DePaul Law School in Chicago and the University of Minnesota. He mentored students for many years in moot court classes and competitions. He has spoken at many continuing legal education seminars about issues relating to the practice and profession of law.

Community Service

Steve believes that service is fundamental. He served on the board of the Chicago Legal Advocacy for Incarcerated Mothers, an organization that provides legal and educational services to help maintain the bond between imprisoned mothers and their children. He has represented mothers in abuse and neglect proceedings. He has specialized training in representing women who have survived domestic abuse. Steve has received commendations from the Minnesota Supreme Court for pro bono work he has done on behalf of members of the Red Lake Nation and a domestic abuse survivor.

Steve has varied interests. He loves Dante, Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Milton, and reads them for fun. He has run the Chicago Marathon twice and holds a black belt in a Korean martial art. Steve is a voracious reader, loves video games, and enjoys spending time with his wife of more than 35 years and their four children.

Latest Articles

  • Can I Sue a Retail Jewelry Store?

    FindLaw discusses lawsuits against retail jewelry stores for property damage, discrimination, personal injury, and misrepresentation of credit card terms.

  • Can I Sue a Prepaid Debit Card Company Involving Federal Benefits?

    FindLaw discusses lawsuits against Direct Express prepaid debit card companies for lost or stolen federal benefits (such as Social Security or SSI).

  • Can I Sue a Large Online Seller/Retailer Company?

    Suing one of the big online sellers/retailers is a daunting and difficult task. Learn about Section 230, SNAD, third-party sellers, arbitration, and much more at FindLaw.com.

  • Can I Sue a Kickstarter?

    If you backed a Kickstarter project that funded successfully but never delivered the rewards, you have legal remedies you should be aware of. Learn about breach of contract, class action lawsuits, and much more at FindLaw.com.

  • Can I Sue a Hospital for Causing a Miscarriage?

    FindLaw answers common questions about when you can sue a hospital for a miscarriage.

  • Can I Sue a Dog Kennel, Pet Boarding Facility, or Dog Day Care?

    If something happens to your pet while under the professional care of someone else, you may have legal recourse. Learn about due care, negligence, animal neglect, and much more at FindLaw.com.

  • Can I Sue a Debt Collector?

    The endless, vaguely threatening phone calls from debt collectors are harassment, aren't they? If they don't follow the law, they might be. Learn about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), mortgage payments, and much more at FindLaw.com.

  • Can I Sue a Company That Has Been Sold?

    FindLaw sets out circumstances in which someone owed money may be able to recover if the company that owes them has been sold.

  • Can I Sue a Company That Has Been Dissolved?

    Just because a company that owes you money has dissolved doesn't necessarily mean you can't recover compensation. Learn about dissolution, operating agreements, liability insurance, and much more at FIndLaw.com.

  • Can I Sue a Company if I Quit?

    Yes. Quitting can make suing your former employer more difficult, but it's not impossible. Learn about when to sue, constructive discharge, and more at FindLaw.

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