Selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers

Attorney David Ellison has been selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2020 and 2019 in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts for Criminal Defense. Whether you have been charged with a crime, been issued a traffic citation or need help with your suspended license, Attorney Ellison can help. He loves to advocate for people and has built his practice on aggressive, compassionate and honest legal representation. He understands the stress of being charged with a crime. If you are in need of legal representation in Rhode Island or Massachusetts, do not hesitate to contact Attorney David Ellison today.
Our Top Priority is Our Clients
Attorney David Ellison is a criminal defense lawyer who is licensed to practice law in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and the Federal District Court of Rhode Island. He has experience handling all ranges of criminal defense cases from misdemeanors to serious felonies. He takes pride in his work, and he will represent you with compassion and professionalism. He believes that you are a person who deserves to have your day in court. His top priority is protecting your rights. He will take pride in fighting for you and treating you as human being rather than another number in the system.
Criminal Defense Lawyer
We have represented many clients with criminal charges from misdemeanors to felonies punishable by life in prison. We understand that your case, no matter how big or small, is likely the most important thing in your life. We represent clients on criminal charges in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We have represented clients throughout all stages of a criminal defense case from arraignment through trial. If you have been charged with a crime, it is extremely important to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to protect your rights. We are here to help with all criminal defense legal issues.
Motor Vehicle Offense Lawyer
We represent many clients on DUI's in Rhode Island, OUI's in Massachusetts, traffic tickets in Rhode Island, traffic tickets in Massachusetts, and license suspension issues with the DMV in Rhode Island and RMV in Massachusetts. If you are charged with a motor vehicle offense, you can potentially lose your license. We understand that your driver's license can be your livelihood. If you have been charged with a motor vehicle offense that could put your liberty or ability to drive at risk, do not hesitate to contact an experienced motor vehicle offense lawyer for legal representation. We are here to help with all legal issues from motor vehicle offenses.
Years of Service in the Community
David was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. He has a unique path of public service that led him to opening up his own law office. Prior to starting the Law Office of David Ellison, Attorney David Ellison represented hundreds of clients as a staff attorney for the Massachusetts Public Defender Division. While there, Attorney Ellison represented people on a wide range of cases from misdemeanors to charges punishable by life in prison.
David served as an Assistant City Solicitor in the City of Providence Law Department. While at the Providence Law Department, David handled many aspects of the law for the City of Providence. Since then David opened the Law Office of David Ellison where he continues to serve the legal needs of his clients.
Personalized Representation
We provide personalized representation based on your needs with your case. We will sit down with you and come up with a unique legal strategy for your case. We listen to what you need and represent your needs accordingly, whether it is going to trial, proving your innocence, having your day in court, getting a quick resolution, obtaining the best plea deal possible or avoiding the most collateral consequences. Don't waste any time, call us today if you are in need of legal representation in Rhode Island or Massachusetts.
Affordable Pricing
We will build you a unique quote for your case depending on your circumstances and how you want him to handle your case. You can request a payment plan from us, and we will try to work with you. Do not hesitate to call.