Christine Ellice advises consumer financial services, banking, securities and technology companies on commercial litigation and class action defense matters. Additionally, Christine assists individuals and growth-stage companies in partnership and LLC disputes, investor actions and general business litigation. Christine also is experienced in the entertainment industry, having represented clients in film finance, copyright, defamation and licensing litigation. As a licensed lawyer in both California and New York, Christine partners with clients nationwide to resolve their disputes, and, in particular, helps them navigate California’s unique legal landscape.
A skilled trial lawyer, Christine understands how to apply the delicate balance of creativity, efficiency and practicality in the courtroom. In addition to her capability to execute at all stages of litigation, clients value Christine’s commercial mindset and her ability to find novel paths to resolving disputes. She has tried multiple cases to verdict or judgment in court and arbitration, including a class action tried to jury verdict in the Northern District of California.
Notably, Christine is deeply committed to her pro bono work, having represented clients in asylum, human trafficking and other immigration cases since her first year of practice. She serves as lead trial counsel for asylum cases contested by the Department of Homeland Security.