Ellen Boyd is a dedicated, empathetic, and passionate attorney focused on achieving client results through systematic and logical approaches to complex legal issues.
Professional Background
Ellen Boyd joined Bruning & Associates, P.C. in January of 2026 as an Associate Attorney. Prior to her employment at the firm, she worked in high-stakes intellectual property litigation, with a focus on patent law. Prior to becoming an attorney, Ellen worked as a Software Engineer for a FAANG company, and her technical background makes her uniquely suited to parse complex business disputes and litigation concerning intellectual property. Ellen approaches each case by assessing the unique needs of each client and advocating tirelessly on their behalf.
Professional Affiliations
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
- Chicago Bar Association
- Intellection Property Law Association of Chicago
- Chicago Women in Intellectual Property
- CALI Award for highest grade in Constitutional Law and Trial Advocacy
- Cum Laude, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Admissions
- Illinois Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Education
- JD, Case Western Reserve University School of Law, Ohio, 2022
- BS Computer Science, BA Political Science, Virginia Polytechnic and State University, Virginia, 2013
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Business Litigation
- Civil Litigation
- Mechanic’s Liens
- Contract Disputes
- Estate Planning
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