Ellen J. Brooke

About Ellen

Renowned for her expertise in Arson and Fraud detection and prevention, and matters involving Coverage and First and Third Party Bad Faith, Ms. Brooke has become a trusted advisor to insurers nationwide. With an impressive track record of over 800 cases for both small and large insurance companies, she has solidified her reputation as a go-to resource in the industry. Esteemed fraud-fighting organizations, including the IAAI, NSPII, and NICB have sought her knowledge and expertise to deliver captivating lectures on relevant law and policy considerations to adjusters, claim managers, and law enforcement officials. Missouri born, Ms. Brooke was raised in a family rich with military and law enforcement history. In 2000, after having spent a decade traveling the world as a military spouse, Ms. Brooke returned to Missouri, where she pursued her passion for law and order, graduating from the University of Missouri in 2006 with awards for her trial and mediation skills. Inspired by her work with the school’s Family Violence Clinic, Ms. Brooke continues to champion the rights of domestic violence victims by providing pro bono legal representation. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ms. Brooke finds joy in her role as a devoted mother to three accomplished adult sons: Tanner, Brendan, and Jace. Together with her life partner Tom, a seasoned engineer with over 35 years of experience at AT&T and a proud native of St. Louis, they form a close-knit and supportive family unit.

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Colleagues at Rynearson, Suess, Schnurbusch & Champion LLC

William Hoagland

Of Counsel

Michael Margherio

Partner

Sam Rynearson

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Stephen Mudge

Of Counsel

J. Michael Waller

Partner

Brian Brink

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