Ellisen Shelton Turner

Commercial Litigation Litigation - Intellectual Property

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Diego, California

6+ years experience

Updated: Jan 11, 2026

Contact Information

213-680-8400

https://www.kirkland.com/lawyers/t/turner-ellisen

555 South Flower Street, Suite 3700 Los Angeles CA US

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Bio

Specializing in Commercial Litigation Litigation - Intellectual Property, Ellisen Shelton Turner serves the legal needs of California residents. Ellisen Shelton Turner has cultivated 6 years of expertise specifically in Commercial Litigation Litigation - Intellectual Property law. Ellisen Shelton Turner is associated with Kirkland & Ellis LLP in California. Ellisen Shelton Turner combines legal skill with genuine concern for client outcomes. Shelton Turner works closely with clients to develop tailored strategies for their unique situations. Ellisen Shelton Turner maintains a practice in California focused on delivering effective legal solutions.

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Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Litigation - Intellectual Property

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Practice Area: Copyright Law
Practice Area: Litigation - Patent
Practice Area: Patent Law
Practice Area: Trademark Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

Education

The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 2003

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Reviews

Laura Williams

3 months ago

Exceptional Counsel for a Complex Copyright Dispute

When our company faced a high-stakes copyright infringement claim that threatened a key product line, we turned to Ellisen Shelton Turner at Kirkland & Ellis. From our initial consultation, it was clear we were in expert hands. Ellisen’s deep knowledge of intellectual property law, particularly copyright, was immediately evident and gave us immense confidence. She meticulously deconstructed the opposing party's claims, identifying weaknesses in their argument that our previous counsel had missed. Her strategic approach was both aggressive and pragmatic, focusing on achieving the best business outcome, not just a legal win. Her recognition in commercial and IP litigation is clearly well-deserved. Throughout the discovery process and settlement negotiations, Ellisen was a steady, communicative partner. She explained complex legal concepts in clear terms and kept us informed at every turn. Ultimately, her skillful advocacy resulted in a highly favorable settlement that protected our product and avoided a costly, public trial. Her professionalism, combined with the formidable resources of Kirkland & Ellis, made an incredibly stressful situation manageable. I would not hesitate to recommend Ellisen for any complex commercial or intellectual property matter.