Like any business a lawfirm is built upon relationships. It is my goal to develop a good relationship with every person that becomes a client. I strive to show each client that I am doing my best to provide a valuable service.
From a personal standpoint, I am blessed to be married to a wonderful wife. We have been blessed with two children that we enjoy every day. As far as hobbies, I enjoy regular exercise and sufring in the warm months.
Practice areas
24 years, 352 cases
22 years, 167 cases
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1998 | 02/23/2022 |
Legal answers | 23 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Lawyer - Business | Jacksonville Magazine's 904 | 2014 |
AV Peer Review Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
AV Rating | Lexis Nexis Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
Top Lawyers of 2011 | Jacksonville Magazine 904 | 2011 |
"AV" Rating | LexisNexis Martindale Hubbell | 2010 |
Listed Among Top Lawyers of 2010 | Jacksonville Magazine's 904 | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Member | Murphy, Ellis & Weldon, PLLC | 2013 - Present |
Owner | The Law Office of Robert H. Ellis, P.A. | 2007 - Present |
Associate | HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP | 2005 - 2007 |
Associate | Anderson Howell, PA | 2004 - 2005 |
Associate | Gobelman Love, et. al. | 2000 - 2004 |
Associate | Inman & Fernandez, PA | 1999 - 2000 |
Assistant Public Defender | Public Defender's Office | 1998 - 1999 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Florida Bar Speakers' Bureau | Volunteer Attorney | 2014 - Present |
Florida Bar, Member Benefits Committees | Member | 2011 - Present |
Justice Teaching Institute - Florida Supreme Court | Volunteer Attorney | 2011 - Present |
Jacksonville Lawyers Roundtable | Member | 2009 - Present |
Jacksonville Bar Association | Member - Professionalism Committee | 2007 - Present |
Jacksonville Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
The Florida Bar | Member | 1998 - Present |
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2008 - 2012 |
Inside Outside House | Board Member | 2007 - 2009 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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www.businesslawjax.com | Murphy, Ellis & Weldon, PLLC Join Revamped Florida Bar Speakers Bureau | 2014 |
Martindale-Hubbell publication | Florida Corporations Be Warned of Letters from "Compliance Services" | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Thomas University School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 1998 |
Florida State University | B.S. | 1993 |
University of South Florida | Associate of Arts | 1991 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Northeast Florida Paralegal Association | Ethics in The Discovery Process | 2014 |
Lawyers in Libraries | Online Legal Resources | 2014 |
Lawyers In Libraries | Online Legal Resources | 2013 |
US Courts Class | Guest Speaker on Ethics in the Law | 2012 |
Justice Teaching Program - Hendricks Day School | Constitutional Rights | 2012 |
Legal Seminar - Beaches Chapel Church | Resolving Consumer Debt without Bankruptcy. | 2011 |
Hendricks Day School - Jacksonville | Justice Teaching | 2011 |
Emerging 200 Initiative Small Busienss Administration | Panel Discussion with Small Business Owner's of E200 | 2009 |
Criminal Justice Course University of North Florida | Role of Attorneys in the Criminal Justice System | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Domestic Battery | Case dropped. |
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Mark Clay, Business Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Ellis. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.
Michael Tomberg, Litigation Attorney on Nov 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Rob Ellis as one of the highest caliber and most trustworthy attorneys who I have ever met. I have worked with Rob on several matters over many years and have been extremely impressed with his work. He is one of the hardest working attorneys you will ever find and will ensure that your case will be handled with the utmost care and consideration.
Mark Clay, Business Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Ellis. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first.
Michael Tomberg, Litigation Attorney on Nov 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Rob Ellis as one of the highest caliber and most trustworthy attorneys who I have ever met. I have worked with Rob on several matters over many years and have been extremely impressed with his work. He is one of the hardest working attorneys you will ever find and will ensure that your case will be handled with the utmost care and consideration.
Eric Stepanov, Unknown Attorney on Dec 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I sincerely endorse Mr. Ellis. He is an extremely knowledgeable attorney who is an active member in the avvo community. I enjoy reading his input on various issues and highly recommend him.
Eugene Nichols, Business Attorney on Sep 21, 2012
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Litigation Attorney on Aug 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
John Phillips, Business Attorney on May 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Without hesitation, I recommend Rob. He is an excellent lawyer and person and a leader in the community. Do not hesitate to call on him if legal trouble finds you.
Steven Schwartz, Litigation Attorney on Jan 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Ellis is a well-known litigator in the JacksonvilIe area. I highly recommend his legal services.
Ian Hurley, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 23, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have referred two friends and one family member to Mr. Ellis for personal injury cases. All three individuals were extremely pleased with Mr. Ellis's work.
Michael McGrath, Litigation Attorney on Jun 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Rob is an excellent attorney and a respected member of the Jacksonville Legal Community.
Yekaterina Mesic, Criminal defense Attorney on May 25, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Robert is an excellent lawyer. I have had an opportunity to work with him on a criminal matter, and his approach to the client was with true compassion and willingness to help. He put the client first. Robert's knowledge of the law and the system gives me great confidence to refer cases to him in both criminal law and personal injury.
Keith Collier, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 28, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a great attorney with reasonable fees and quality work. He can handle a range of legal work ranging from criminal defense, business litigation, personal injury, products liability, commercial law and debt collects and settlements to just name a few of his expertise.