Emilie Kate Elliott

Emilie Kate Elliott, Business Attorney in San Luis Obispo, California

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Health Care

PartneratCarmel & Naccasha LLP

San Luis Obispo, CA

Practicing business in San Luis Obispo since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
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Emilie Kate Elliott is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Emilie has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP.

Based in
San Luis Obispo, CA
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Business · Employment · Health Care
  • Handles Business, Employment, and Health Care matters from San Luis Obispo, CA.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Emilie Kate Elliott: Emilie Kate Elliott is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Emilie has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP.

Areas of practice

Emilie's practice areas in San Luis Obispo

Emilie concentrates on business, employment, health care, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emilie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Luis Obispo, California

Emilie takes business matters in San Luis Obispo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emilie agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in San Luis Obispo, California

Emilie takes employment matters in San Luis Obispo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emilie agrees to represent you.

Health Care cases in San Luis Obispo, California

Emilie takes health care matters in San Luis Obispo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emilie agrees to represent you.

IP cases in San Luis Obispo, California

Emilie takes ip matters in San Luis Obispo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emilie agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in San Luis Obispo, California

Emilie takes litigation matters in San Luis Obispo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emilie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Emilie Kate Elliott, business attorney serving San Luis Obispo

Emilie Kate Elliott is a partner based in San Luis Obispo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Emilie has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carmel & Naccasha LLP. Emilie works from San Luis Obispo, California and takes on business matters across the region.

With years of experience working for large law firms in San Francisco and Los Angeles, Emilie Elliott joined Carmel & Naccasha as an attorney in 2015. After being with the firm for five years, Emilie started her own practice during the pandemic while continuing to work for the firm on an Of-Counsel basis. She is very excited to be back with the firm and looks forward to continuing to serve our clients in intellectual property, employment law and business law matters.

Emilie also has extensive experience in antitrust and unfair competition, business and entertainment litigation, and intellectual property litigation. Additionally, she brings an exciting skill set and depth of experience to the firm in health care law.

Emilie earned her Bachelors of Science in Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles, and her J.D. from the University of Southern California. While in law school, she earned the Peter Knecht Award for Excellence in Copyright, Contract, and Entertainment Law and was the production editor of the Review of Law and Women’s Studies Journal. She also participated in the Post-Conviction Justice Project. She has been a member of the California Bar since 2005 and is additionally registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Emilie also has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Creighton University, where she graduated number one in her class. In 2011, Emilie returned to her roots in Visalia, California. After spending over two years there working as a registered nurse in an emergency room, she decided to return to the practice of law.

Emilie makes her home in Arroyo Grande with three kids. Emilie has served on the board of directors of CASA of San Luis Obispo County and the Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo. In her spare time she enjoys doing yoga and Pilates, meditating, running, snowboarding and SCUBA diving.

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT

• American Associate of Nurse Attorneys – member

• California Board of Registered Nursing – member

• American Bar Association, Health Law Division

• San Luis Obispo County Bar Association

• United States Patent and Trademark Office, Registered Patent Agent/Attorney (2004-present)

Working with Emilie on a business matter

With years of experience working for large law firms in San Francisco and Los Angeles, Emilie Elliott joined Carmel & Naccasha as an attorney in 2015. After being with the firm for five years, Emilie started her own practice during the pandemic while continuing to work for the firm on an Of-Counsel basis. She is very excited to be back with the firm and looks forward to continuing to serve our…

Who Emilie represents

Emilie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and health care matters in San Luis Obispo and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Emilie studied and practices

  • University of Southern California Law School

    J.D. · 2005

  • University of California at Los Angeles

    B.S. Creighton · 2000

Jurisdictions

Emilie's state bar admissions

  • California (Inactive

    2005 · ACTIVE

Emilie studied at J.D. in University of Southern California Law School and B.S. Creighton in University of California at Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Emilie completed J.D. in University of Southern California Law School and B.S. Creighton in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emilie runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Emilie Kate Elliott's office in San Luis Obispo

Emilie's primary office is at 694 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Carmel & Naccasha LLP

694 Santa Rosa Street

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Hiring guide

How to hire Emilie Kate Elliott — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emilie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Emilie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emilie's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Emilie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Luis Obispo, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Emilie

Emilie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Emilie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Emilie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Emilie Kate Elliott

  • How much does it cost to hire Emilie for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emilie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Emilie offer a free consultation?

    Emilie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emilie's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Emilie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Emilie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Emilie take my case if I'm outside San Luis Obispo?

    Emilie is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Emilie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Emilie?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Emilie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Emilie accepting new business clients right now?

    Emilie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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