Hargrove & Ellis is a nationally recognized litigation and corporate law firm representing businesses, executives, and high-net-worth individuals in matters that demand the highest level of skill and discretion.
We focus on a select number of practice areas to ensure that every client receives representation of the highest quality — not generalist advice spread thin.
Complex commercial disputes, contract claims, business torts, and class action defense. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes matters.
Full-service M&A counsel for buyers, sellers, and investors. Due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and post-closing integration across all deal sizes.
Board advisory, fiduciary duties, shareholder disputes, and regulatory compliance for public and private companies navigating complex governance challenges.
Executive employment agreements, non-compete enforcement, discrimination defense, and workplace investigations for employers and senior executives.
Patent, trademark, and trade secret litigation. IP portfolio strategy, licensing agreements, and enforcement for technology and consumer brands.
Estate planning, trust administration, and wealth transfer strategies for high-net-worth individuals and families. Discretion is foundational to our practice.
Jury verdict for plaintiff in complex breach of contract dispute involving a multi-year technology services agreement.
Represented the acquirer in a cross-border acquisition of a European software company, navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory approvals.
Successfully defended a Fortune 500 client against class action employment claims, achieving a favorable settlement well below exposure.
Recovered $210M in damages for a technology company following a multi-year trade secret misappropriation dispute.
Advised a public company board on a contested proxy fight, successfully defeating an activist hedge fund's slate of director nominees.
Resolved a high-profile estate dispute involving competing claims to a family trust valued at over $45M across three states.
Hargrove & Ellis handled our acquisition with a level of precision and strategic judgment that I haven't seen elsewhere. They weren't just lawyers — they were trusted advisors.
When we faced a litigation matter with nine-figure exposure, we needed a firm that could handle the complexity without flinching. They delivered — and then some.
The estate planning work they did for our family was thorough, thoughtful, and handled with remarkable discretion. I trust them completely with our most sensitive matters.
Initial consultations are confidential and without obligation. We'll assess your situation honestly — and tell you plainly whether we're the right firm for your needs.
We represent clients across New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, and handle matters nationwide.
All communications are protected by attorney-client privilege from the moment of first contact.