Ellen S. Simpson

Practice areas

Intellectual Property

Focus areas

Intellectual Property Law, Patents, Trademarks

Ellen S. Simpson serves as both a managing member and a trademark attorney at the esteemed law firm Simpson & Simpson, PLLC, situated in Williamsville, New York. Her legal practice is exclusively dedicated to matters pertaining to intellectual property law and federal litigation, and she boasts over three decades of legal experience, coupled with certification as a public accountant.

With an unwavering commitment to safeguarding her clients’ rights and interests, Ms. Simpson leverages her extensive expertise and proficiency to advocate on their behalf. She takes the time to demystify intricate legal terminology, ensuring her clients are well-informed about all facets of their cases. Her clientele within the realm of intellectual property (IP) is diverse, and she is also adept at addressing issues concerning foreign firms seeking IP protection for their U.S. clients.

Ms. Simpson’s educational background comprises a cum laude graduation from the University at Buffalo, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business management and accounting. Subsequently, she graduated magna cum laude with a Juris Doctor degree from the University at Buffalo School of Law in 1990. During her law school tenure, she was honored with the Robert J. Connelly award for excelling in a trial practice course. Following her law school journey, she served as a clerk for a renowned judge at the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York.

She holds memberships in several prestigious organizations, including the International Trademark Association, the New York State Bar Association, The Florida Bar, the Bar Association of Erie County, and the Palm Beach County Bar Association. Additionally, Ms. Simpson serves on the board of directors of the New York State Civil and Criminal Lawyers Association. She actively participates in the Bar Association of Erie County’s Judiciary Committee and the New York State Supreme Court’s Appellate Division’s Attorney Grievance committee.

Ms. Simpson is licensed to practice law in all New York and Florida state courts, as well as before the U.S. District Courts for the Western, Southern, and Middle Districts of New York, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Her contributions to the legal field have earned her significant recognition and accolades, including the prestigious Distinguished* rating from Martindale-Hubbell and inclusion in the Who’s Who in Law list by Business First.

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