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Brian Michael Ellis is a distinguished Partner at Morris James LLP, serving clients from the firm’s Georgetown and Rehoboth Beach offices. With a robust practice that encompasses Corporate Governance, Energy, Joint Ventures, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Restructuring, and Tax, Brian provides comprehensive legal support tailored to the unique needs of both individuals and businesses. Brian's expertise in business and transactional law is extensive. He offers strategic counsel on family business formation and planning, guiding clients through the complexities of commercial agreements, mergers and acquisitions, and business restructuring. His deep understanding of Delaware business law enables him to deliver critical legal insights, including the issuance of Delaware Opinion Letters for corporations and other entities. He excels in facilitating joint ventures and strategic partnerships, ensuring that clients receive sound legal guidance for new business formations and financing. In the realm of real estate law, Brian is adept at managing both residential and commercial real estate settlements, including 1031 like-kind exchanges. He is skilled in the preparation and negotiation of leases, purchase and sale agreements, and easements, as well as the formation of condominiums, subdivisions, and commercial complexes. His thorough approach ensures that all real estate transactions are executed smoothly and in accordance with the law. Prior to joining Morris James LLP, Brian honed his skills in corporate and securities law in New York City for seven years before returning to Sussex County in 2005. His commitment to delivering personalized legal services and his extensive experience make him a trusted advisor in Georgetown and beyond.

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