Bernie W. Ellis
About Bernie W. Ellis
Bernie W. Ellis is a lawyer based in Greenville, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Bernie W. Ellis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Municipal
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Burr & Forman LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1990 and University of the Southwest, B.A., graduated 1982
Location: Greenville, SC
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