Elvira Castillo
- Seattle
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Elvira is a seasoned business litigation lawyer, representing clients in federal and state courts across the country.
Elvira Castillo handles client matters related to antitrust, consumer protection, breach of contract, unfair competition, securities regulations, and internal investigations. With her extensive experience, Elvira is comfortable presenting closing arguments before a jury trial and interviewing key witnesses during an internal investigation.
Elvira represents clients in a range of industries, including technology, aviation, finance, entertainment, and food and beverage. She serves as a trusted adviser, providing strategic business counseling on emerging legal issues. She also counsels on day-to-day legal matters, with an emphasis on competition, compliance, and contract-related issues, devising practical business solutions that minimize risk.
Areas of focus
Industries
Services
Education & Credentials
Education
- Yale Law School, J.D., Notes Development Editor, Yale Law JournalEditor, Yale Law & Policy Review, 2007
- Harvard College, A.B., Sociology, cum laude, 2003
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
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New York
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
Related Employment
- Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, New York, NY, Litigation Associate, 2007-2010
- U.S. Attorney's Office E.D.N.Y., New York, NY, Law Intern: Civil Division, 2005
- Jerome N. Frank Legal Services Organization, New Haven, CT, Student Intern: Community Lawyering Clinic, 2005-2007
Additional Languages
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Professional Recognition
Selected as a "Washington Rising Star" in Super Lawyers Magazine, 2016-2021
Impact
Community Involvement
- Campaña Quetzal, Board Member
