Overview

Ella Vincent is an attorney in Stoel Rives’ Corporate group, focusing on insolvency and restructuring issues, alongside related litigation. She has adeptly represented clients across various venues, including bankruptcies, state court receiverships, and creditor-debtor cases. Ella excels in navigating complex challenges, delivering practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique business context and position to help them achieve the best possible outcome.

Before joining Stoel Rives in its Minneapolis office, Ella served as a law clerk to the Honorable Brian D. Lynch of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Washington, where she further developed her understanding of judicial processes and unique considerations in bankruptcy cases. Ella also served as an associate in two major bankruptcy groups in Seattle, Washington.

Ella’s professional dedication extends beyond her case work. She actively contributes to the legal community through her roles with the American Bar Association’s Business Bankruptcy Committee and the Minnesota Network of the International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC).

Education

University of Oregon School of Law, J.D., 2016; Order of the Coif; Managing Editor, Oregon Law Review

University of Minnesota, B.A., Political Science & French Studies, 2011, magna cum laude

Admissions

Minnesota

Washington

United States District Court for the District of Minnesota

United States District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Washington

Languages

  • French

Experience

  • Served on a team that represented a large commercial landlord as a creditor in a complex chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding, focusing on protecting the client’s interests in its complex leasing relationships.
  • Helped advise a major real estate management company on protecting its interests as a creditor in a subchapter V bankruptcy proceeding, including analyzing land use restrictions and the breadth of free and clear sales under section 363(f) of the Bankruptcy Code.
  • Advised commercial client in its responses to multiple Uniform Commercial Code section 9-406 letters demanding diversion of payments on vendor account payable.
  • Part of a team that successfully represented a municipal public hospital district in a case involving multifaceted aspects of bankruptcy and practical impacts on people's lives. Guided the hospital to stay open and continue operating as an essential resource for the rural community.

Insights

Insights & Presentations

  • “Chapter 5 and Estate Property and Section 363, Oh My!” (co-presenter), Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section, May 2024
  • “The CARES Act, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, and More: How the Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic Has Impacted Bankruptcy Law” (co-presenter), King County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section, May 2021
  • “Expanded Bankruptcy Subchapter V Eligibility for Small Business Debtors Extended for Another Year” (co-author), Miller Nash LLP’s Bank L. Monitor, March 29, 2021
  • “Temporary Amendment to Bankruptcy Code Opens Opportunities for Commercial Landlords and Tenants to Negotiate Deferred Payment Arrangements” (co-author), Miller Nash LLP’s Bank L. Monitor, March 8, 2021
  • “United States Supreme Court Holds ‘Mere Retention’ of Bankruptcy Estate Property Does Not Violate the Automatic Stay” (co-author), Miller Nash LLP’s Bank L. Monitor, January 26, 2021
  • “Ethical Pitfalls in the Representation of Bankruptcy Clients” (co-presenter), King County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law Section, May 2019

Recognition

  • Listed among Rising Stars (Bankruptcy), Minnesota Super Lawyers®, 2024
  • North Star Lawyer, Minnesota State Bar Association (recognition for donating 50+ annual pro bono hours), 2022
  • 20/20 Partners Rising Young Leader Award, American Bar Association, Business Law Section, Business Bankruptcy Committee, 2021

Affiliations

Professional

  • American Bar Association, Business Law Section, Business Bankruptcy Committee
    • Chair, Young & New Lawyers Subcommittee, 2023–Present
    • Vice Chair, Young & New Lawyers Subcommittee, 2022–2023
    • Vice Chair, Legislation Subcommittee, 2021–2023
  • International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC)–Minnesota Network
    • Co-Chair, Board of Directors, 2024–Present
    • Member, Board of Directors, 2023
  • National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges
    • Participant, 2023 Next Generation (NextGen) Program
  • Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
  • Member, Minnesota State Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section
  • Member, Washington State Bar Association, Creditor Debtor Rights Section

Civic

  • Member, Board of Directors, Consumer Education and Training Services (CENTS), 2021–2024
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