Ellen Keats, Business Attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Securities, and Trademark
Senior Vice President & General Counsel
Greenwich, CT
Practicing business in Greenwich since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 1
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Ellen Keats is a senior vice president & general counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Business, Securities, and Trademark. Ellen has over 44 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Greenwich, CT
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Business · Securities · Trademark
- Handles Business, Securities, and Trademark matters from Greenwich, CT.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ellen Keats: Ellen Keats is a senior vice president & general counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Business, Securities, and Trademark. Ellen has over 44 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ellen takes on
Ellen concentrates on business, securities, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ellen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Trademark
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Business cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Ellen takes business matters in Greenwich, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ellen agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Ellen takes securities matters in Greenwich, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ellen agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Greenwich, Connecticut
Ellen takes trademark matters in Greenwich, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ellen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ellen Keats — business lawyer in Greenwich
Ellen Keats is a senior vice president & general counsel based in Greenwich, CT. The practice focuses on Business, Securities, and Trademark. Ellen has over 44 years of legal experience.
Ellen Keats is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, securities law and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Ellen practices in Greenwich, CT.
Ellen's approach to business cases
Ellen Keats is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, securities law and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years. Ellen practices in Greenwich, CT.
Clients Ellen works with
Ellen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, securities, and trademark matters in Greenwich and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Emory University
J.D. · 1982
Hamilton College
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Ellen's state bar admissions
Connecticut
1982 · ACTIVE
Ellen studied at J.D. in Emory University and B.A. in Hamilton College.
Law school and academic background
Ellen completed J.D. in Emory University and B.A. in Hamilton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ellen runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ellen Keats's office in Greenwich
Ellen's primary office is at 42 Perkins Rd, Greenwich, CT, 06830-3511. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ellen Keats — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ellen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ellen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ellen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ellen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Greenwich, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ellen
Ellen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ellen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ellen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ellen Keats
How much does it cost to hire Ellen for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ellen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ellen offer a free consultation?
Ellen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ellen's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ellen's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ellen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ellen take my case if I'm outside Greenwich?
Ellen is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ellen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ellen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ellen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ellen accepting new business clients right now?
Ellen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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