Dianne Herman Ellis

Dianne Herman Ellis

2.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Gulfport, MS
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

1918 23rd Ave, Gulfport, MS

About Dianne

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 17 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ellis Law Firm, PLLC

1918 23rd Ave, Gulfport, MS, 39501

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Dianne Herman Ellis's Reviews

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2.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

If you think a father can't win custody in MS, then you need to contact the Ellis Law Firm!

I received excellent representation from the Ellis Law Firm. My custody situation had become toxic, barely resembling our final judgement, but as a father I didn't think I had any chance of winning custody of my young daughters. After yet one more crisis destabilized the situation even further I had ...had enough and contacted the Ellis Law Firm. Ms. Ellis reviewed my original decree and was able to determine several avenues to pursue modification. She managed to obtain an emergency hearing on my case in less time than I would have ever thought possible. Despite having a very busy calendar Ms. Ellis was able to get every step of the proceedings scheduled quickly. With Ms. Ellis at the helm my case was quickly and efficiently resolved. I wish I had contacted her years ago!

Posted by Ronna | April 08, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Gets the job done for you fast

My experience using Dianne for my divorce was excellent. Dianne and her staff are so friendly and down to earth. I was afraid I would end up destitute when my husband left me. Because of this law firm I will not have to worry about money for quite some time. If you need someone who has your ... back, I highly recommend.

Posted by Nancy | April 08, 2015 | Family

Very Impressed

Ms. Ellis represented my family in a very delicate but not so nice family matter. Her professionalism in handling the case was exemplary. Her timeliness on handling some emergency matters was on the spot and her advice was very helpful. She has a personable style and confident approach that made us... feel very at ease. I would recommend her without hesitation.

Posted by Stacey | April 08, 2015 | Family

We love Dianne

She has been there from day one and helping with a case we have in Family court. She has always treated us like family and looked out after our Intersts. I don't hesitate to call her now when I have a legal issue.

Posted by Misty | April 07, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Ellis Law Firm

I have had nothing but great turnouts from Dianne Ellis! My divorce was taking way to long with a previous attorney, and when I switched to Dianne it happened in a flash! Dianne knows the law and also knows how to get the job done!! I have and will refer her to anyone I know! Thanks for doing such a ...fantastic job Dianne!!!

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Dianne Herman Ellis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Francis Springer

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Dianne. Dianne is a lawyer dedicated to her clients. She works tirelessly to see justice is done."

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Mary Milek

Family lawyer

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Francis Springer

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2017

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Ellis Law Firm, PLLC

Associations

2017 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2016 - Present

Mississippi Women Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Mississippi State Bar, Appellate Practice Division

Member

2014 - Present

National LGBT Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Family Law Institute

Member

2014 - Present

Family Law Institute

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

Fifth Circuit Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Mississippi Board of Nursing

Registered Nurse

American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

2008 - 2017

Mississippi Bar, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Strickland v Day, 2016-TS-01504

Favorable to my client Strickland

Ethridge v Ethridge, 2016-CA-00785

Pending

Campaign for Southern Equality et al v. Mississippi Department of Human Services et al

The federal court declared the ban against same sex couples adopting to be unconstitutional and granted preliminary injunction

Campaign for Southern Equality, et. al. v Bryant, et. al.

Ban found unconstitutional in Federal Court, State appealed to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, with opinion upheld and remanded to District Court. Marriage equality is now the law of the land in Mississippi.

MB v Rankin County School District, et. al.

The Rankin County School District admitted their conduct and entered into an agreed order requiring them to abstain from any such further conduct.

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Education

2007

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Tulane University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1991

University of Mobile

ADN

Speaking Engagements

2015

Mississippi Bar Association 2015 Annual Meeting and Summer School Family Law

Publications

2015

Gulf Coast Women Magazine The Impact of Domestic Violence on Custody

2015

Ocean Springs, Mississippi Law Blog Blog

Languages

English

Activity

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