I called Ellis Family Law because I needed to get my will updated. I was able to see Mr. Ellis the next day. Within a few days the updated document was ready to be signed. Great service.
Ellis Family Law was built to help people navigate some of life’s most personal and high-stakes moments with clarity, strategy, and genuine care. Gray Ellis is the Founder and Managing Partner of the firm, and for more than 20 years, he has helped shape the standards, culture, and approach that guide the team’s work every day.
Gray is a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law—a distinction held by fewer than 2% of family law practitioners statewide—and has been recognized for excellence by multiple independent attorney rating organizations. Today, his role is focused on leadership and oversight: ensuring the firm delivers exceptional service, strong advocacy, and consistent client experience across every case.
Perspective matters in family law, and Gray brings it both professionally and personally. As a parent who has experienced separation, he understands how stressful and disorienting this process can be—especially when children and long-term stability are at stake. That insight informs how he leads the firm: with high expectations, empathy, and a deep commitment to protecting families through transition.
While Gray does not personally accept new matters, he plays an active role in ensuring clients receive the right attorney and the right strategy:
Gray also believes strongly in serving the broader community. He was a Board Member of Meals on Wheels Durham and created the Feed the Need Gala, an annual effort supporting seniors facing nutritional challenges.
Outside the office, Gray enjoys tennis, golf, traveling, and ACC sports.
To get started, schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys. We’ll match you with the best-fit advocate for your situation and help you move forward with a clear plan.
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I called Ellis Family Law because I needed to get my will updated. I was able to see Mr. Ellis the next day. Within a few days the updated document...
I called Ellis Family Law because I needed to get my will updated. I was able to see Mr. Ellis the next day. Within a few days the updated document was ready to be signed. Great service.
I used Ellis Law Firm in Durham, NC after my father moved to NC. Gray Ellis set up my father’s POAs for Medical and Financial. His genuine concern for my...
I used Ellis Law Firm in Durham, NC after my father moved to NC. Gray Ellis set up my father’s POAs for Medical and Financial. His genuine concern for my dad’s well being went beyond reproach. He patiently listened and gave coherent answers that my 83 father could comprehend.
The entire process went smoothly and their follow-up was on point. Not all law firms are equally up to the total task on so many legal fronts as Ellis Law.
Thank you Gray and shout to your colleagues too…simply “The Best”.
Patrick Tighe
I absolutely love Ellis Law and all they’ve done for our family. The team is absolutely amazing. Gray is a real expert/specialist in his field and I can’t express enough...
I absolutely love Ellis Law and all they’ve done for our family. The team is absolutely amazing. Gray is a real expert/specialist in his field and I can’t express enough how impressed I am with him and his team. If you need family law, look no further. You’ve found the best.
The staff are super professionals, very detailed and proficient in what they do. They are truly the best in the field going by my assessment. I am very grateful for...
The staff are super professionals, very detailed and proficient in what they do. They are truly the best in the field going by my assessment. I am very grateful for the excellent & professional services I received from them and I will recommend Gray Ellis to anyone out there in need of a professional law firm.
I have been in continual custody battles with my ex-wife for 8 years but I have never felt so supported and assured as I have while working with Ellis Family...
I have been in continual custody battles with my ex-wife for 8 years but I have never felt so supported and assured as I have while working with Ellis Family Law. Ellis law firm was referred to me by another attorney who assured me that the law firm was one I could count on. They are very diligent and hard working, and I feel like the whole staff really cared about myself as a client as well as my family that I was fighting for. This was one of the toughest custody battles I have been in but with Gray and Ellis Family Law by my side I was confident in the outcome; I think that having such amazing representation was the ultimate reason I won. Thank you so much to Gray and his staff, it was worth every minute and every penny!
I had the privilege of working with Gray Ellis and the team at Ellis Family Law, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From the very beginning, Gray demonstrated a...
I had the privilege of working with Gray Ellis and the team at Ellis Family Law, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From the very beginning, Gray demonstrated a deep understanding of family law, providing both expert legal advice and the emotional support that’s so critical during challenging times. His calm demeanor, clear communication, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcome made a difficult process far more manageable. Gray truly cares about his clients and goes the extra mile to ensure they feel heard and protected. If you’re looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and results-driven attorney, Gray Ellis and his team are exactly who you want in your corner.
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