Billie Ellis, Jr.

Billie J. Ellis, Jr. is a seasoned legal professional recognized for his exceptional work in corporate law, real estate law, and private equity transactions. With decades of experience and continuous recognition by The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995, he is trusted by clients seeking sophisticated legal guidance on high-value transactions. His focus includes financial, commercial, and property-related matters with national and international scope.

Billie earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Houston Law Center in 1978. This academic foundation launched a long and accomplished legal career focused on structuring and closing complex transactions. His education continues to inform his practical and analytical approach to advising clients through business-critical legal issues.

Billie has built a career assisting private equity firms, corporate entities, and developers in a wide range of deal types, including leveraged buyouts, joint ventures, and capital financings. He routinely supports clients from acquisition through disposition, ensuring regulatory compliance while optimizing commercial outcomes. His legal guidance is instrumental in driving growth for companies engaged in industrial, commercial, and mixed-use real estate projects.

Billie also handles environmental law matters, mergers and acquisitions, and venture capital transactions. His deep understanding of legal frameworks, combined with a pragmatic approach, makes him an effective strategist in negotiations and closings. Clients rely on his ability to foresee and address potential legal challenges early in the transaction process.

Billie has helped clients structure deals that minimize risk while maximizing return, particularly in complex, multi-party real estate and corporate transactions. He is known for delivering efficient legal solutions that support both long-term vision and immediate needs. His ability to synthesize legal details into actionable strategies sets him apart in the competitive business law field.

Billie J. Ellis, Jr. remains a standout legal advisor to business leaders and investors. His commitment to excellence and breadth of practice reflect his value to clients navigating today’s demanding corporate and real estate environments.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Winston & Strawn LLP

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• University of Houston Law Center
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Methodist University
  Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• University of Texas at Austin
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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