Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020 
Ellis Family Law was built to help people navigate some of life’s most personal and high-stakes moments with clarity, strategy, and genuine care. Gray Ellis is the Founder and Managing Partner of the firm, and for more than 20 years, he has helped shape the standards, culture, and approach that guide the team’s work every day.
Gray is a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law—a distinction held by fewer than 2% of family law practitioners statewide—and has been recognized for excellence by multiple independent attorney rating organizations. Today, his role is focused on leadership and oversight: ensuring the firm delivers exceptional service, strong advocacy, and consistent client experience across every case.
Perspective matters in family law, and Gray brings it both professionally and personally. As a parent who has experienced separation, he understands how stressful and disorienting this process can be—especially when children and long-term stability are at stake. That insight informs how he leads the firm: with high expectations, empathy, and a deep commitment to protecting families through transition.
Gray Ellis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Gray practices law in Raleigh , North Carolina
Best Lawyers has recognized Gray Ellis since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gray Ellis is held by other lawyers.
