Ellie Sanders

Associate | New York, United States
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Education

  • New York Law School, JD (cum laude), 2023
  • London School of Economics, MSc (merit distinction), 2014
  • McGill University, BA, 2013

Ellie is an associate in the New York office, where she focuses her practice on corporate and commercial litigation. She has experience handling complex disputes involving breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, intellectual property, defamation and employment claims.  

Prior to Kennedys, Ellie practiced at a boutique law firm, where she litigated and advised entertainment clients on transactions in the film, television and fashion industries. 

Ellie is proficient in Hebrew, Italian and Spanish.

Qualifications and admissions

  • New York
  • US District Court for the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York

Market recognition

Market recognition

  • Recognized for inclusion in Best Lawyers of America “Ones to Watch” for Corporate Law (2026)
  • Recognized for inclusion in Best Lawyers of America “Ones to Watch” for Entertainment and Sports Law (2026)

Presentations and publications

  • Co-author, “Sonic Boom – and Bust: Has Hipgnosis Outlived Its Hype?” published for The Licensing Journal, Vol. 44, No.10 (November 2024)
  • Co-author, “Copyright Clarity: Do I Need A ‘Work-for-Hire’ Clause?” published for The Licensing Journal, Vol. 44, No.5 (May 2024)

Report decisions

  • Jane Doe v. Russell Simmons, Civ. No. 24-CV-01043, S.D.N.Y.

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