Mr. Ellerbe graduated from Washington & Lee University in 1979 and received his J.D. in 1982 from the University of South Carolina School of Law. His practice is complex litigation with an emphasis in telecommunications, utility and environmental law.

Mr. Ellerbe's telecommunication and utility practice has included matters involving electricity, telephone, gas and water regulation before the South Carolina Public Service Commission where he has appeared for twenty years. Mr. Ellerbe's environmental practice has included water and wastewater regulation matters as well as hazardous waste practice and CERCLA litigation.

Mr. Ellerbe's litigation practice includes regulatory and administrative matters as well as jury trials and appeals. He has had considerable recent experience in class action litigation involving various industries including life insurance, cable television, replacement glass, securities and forest resources.