Ellen Persons
About Ellen Persons
Ellen Persons is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Ellen Persons is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
Current Firm: Polsinelli PC
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Atlanta, GA
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