Justin C. Ellis

Associate

2300 Clayton Road, Suite 1350 Concord, CA 94520 800-525-1690

Justin Ellis is an Associate Attorney for the Northern California Business Real Estate Group in the Concord office. With a distinguished career in multifamily property operations and landlord/tenant law, Justin has developed a profound expertise that bridges the legal and operational aspects of the multi-family real estate industry.
Justin’s career began with a deep dive into property management, where he quickly demonstrated a keen aptitude for overseeing multifamily properties and facilitating complex construction and renovation projects at these locations.
After his admission to the California Bar in 2020, Justin unsurprisingly took a keen interest in Real Estate litigation. Justin’s legal knowledge coupled with his prior experience in multi-family asset and property management provides him with the tools to navigate the intricacies of housing regulations, dispute resolution, and lease enforcement. Justin became adept at addressing legal issues in housing such as lease disputes, habitability issues, and Fair Housing compliance. Justin’s ability to interpret and apply legal principles not only safeguarded the interests of property owners but also ensured that tenants were treated fairly and equitably.
Justin’s dual expertise in property operations and landlord/tenant law allowed him to provide comprehensive solutions to complex challenges. Justin negotiates and resolves disputes effectively, drafts precise and enforceable lease addenda and settlement agreements, and helps ensure that his clients’ property management practices adhere to current legal standards.
Justin’s career is marked by a commitment to excellence in both property management and legal compliance. By integrating operational efficiency with a strong legal framework, Justin has established himself as an emerging leader in the field. More specifically, Justin’s ability to balance the needs of both property owners and tenants while navigating the complexities of state and federal housing laws underscores his dedication to creating successful, legally compliant, and well-managed residential communities.
Justin graduated from Santa Clara University School of Law, where he received academic awards in Constitutional Law and Advanced Legal Research.

Admitted:

  • California Bar, 2020
  • US District Court for the Eastern District of California

Education:

  • Santa Clara University School of Law, J.D.
  • Notre Dame de Namur University, B.A., Music

Special Awards:

  • Recipient, Witkin Award for Academic Excellence: Constitutional Law
  • Recipient, CALI Award, Advanced Legal Research
  • Recipient, Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star 2024