Prior to joining Michaels, Schulwolf and Salerno, Mr. Ellison practiced at Lord Bissell & Brook (1988-2003) and in the Kansas City, Missouri office of Brown & James, P.C. (2004). Mr. Ellison has substantial nationwide experience in complex insurance coverage matters, including numerous matters arising out of environmental contamination, asbestos, toxic torts and aviation. He has served as chairman of several joint defense groups established by multiple insurers in large high-profile cases and has conducted successful trials and appeals. Mr. Ellison has significant experience in coordinating, supervising, and implementing litigation strategies and trial tactics as well as in negotiating and implementing favorable settlement agreements.