W. Ellis "Ellis" Boyle

W. Ellis "Ellis" Boyle


Ward and Smith, P.A.

Recognized since 2025

Raleigh, North Carolina

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

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Ellis is an accomplished litigator and trial lawyer with a proven track record of success in handling highly complex legal disputes in courtrooms across North Carolina. His experience encompasses an impressive range of areas, including business disputes, personal injury and wrongful death claims, civil rights and constitutional issues, and other general litigation matters.

With a career spanning both public service and private practice, Ellis brings a unique background to his litigation practice. Drawing on the powerful combination of experience in roles such as General Counsel and Deputy Secretary for the North Carolina Department of Public Safety and Assistant U.S. Attorney, Ellis manages high-stakes legal disputes with precision and efficiency. His background as an Army officer guides his practice and sense of focus on accomplishing the mission, whatever may come up.

He represents businesses, government entities, and individuals in both state and federal courts. Clients rely on Ellis' deep knowledge of the law through all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, motion, and trial.

While Ellis is a strong advocate in the courtroom, he also emphasizes outside-the-box solutions to resolve legal matters as quickly as possible, including through mediation and informal negotiations. He strives to reach a fair resolution while minimizing clients' risks and maximizing their outcomes.

Ellis successfully guides non-local lawyers through the pitfalls of local jurisdictions, serving as local counsel in state and federal courts throughout North Carolina.

Contact & Links
Location
  • 751 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300
    P.O. Box 33009
    Raleigh, NC 27636-3009
Education
  • Davidson College, B.A., graduated 1998
  • Wake Forest University, J.D., graduated 2005
Bar Admissions
  • North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association, 2005
Affiliations
  • North Carolina Bar Disciplinary Hearing Commission - Member
  • North Carolina Heroes Fund - Board of Directors
Court Admissions
  • North Carolina, 2005
  • Cherokee Supreme Court for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and All Lower Courts, 2023

Ward and Smith, P.A.
Headquarters: New Bern, North Carolina

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Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

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