Ellise Montrell Washington

Ellise M. Washington is the Founder and Principal Attorney of EMW LAW, LLC, a Birmingham-based law firm that represents a variety of clients in civil and criminal matters. A true Birmingham native, Ms. Washington attended Birmingham-Southern College and Samford University's Cumberland School of Law.

To date, Ms. Washington has tried and/or settled a large number of cases to the satisfaction of her clients. An accomplished attorney, Ms. Washington has received a number of accolades and awards including being named to the National Black Lawyers Top 40 under 40, a Birmingham Top Attorney by Birmingham Magazine, and a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Ms. Washington brings a diverse set of skills and talents to the practice of law, and she is proficient in Spanish. ​​
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Ms. Washington has managed several high-dollar cases, including both civil and criminal appellate matters.
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A service-oriented attorney, Ms. Washington's community involvement includes active participation in volunteer bar associations, pro bono law clinics, and nonprofit boards. She has also won numerous awards for excellence and her contributions as a lawyer including being named the inaugural recipient of the White & Case LLP Circle of Excellence award by the National Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division.
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Ms. Washington is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc., and she enjoys reading, writing, planning events, and spending quality time with family and friends.