Ellis Murray Johnston III
Clarke Johnston Thorp & Rice
San Diego, CA • Serving San Diego County
About Ellis Murray Johnston III
Ellis Murray Johnston III is a California-licensed attorney practicing in San Diego, San Diego County. Admitted to the State Bar of California in 2002 (Bar #223664) with 24 years of practice. Currently practices at Clarke Johnston Thorp & Rice.
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Education
- Law School: Georgetown Univ Law Ctr; Washington DC
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Clarke Johnston Thorp & Rice
Clarke Johnston Thorp & Rice, 1350 Columbia Street, 600
San Diego, CA 92101
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