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Elana “Capps” Ramos is a civil litigation attorney who represents insurance carriers and insureds in complex liability and coverage disputes. She handles matters involving property damage, professional liability, transportation-related claims, and long-term care litigation, with a focus on resolving issues related to coverage, bad faith exposure, and contested damages through strategic, results-driven advocacy.

Elana defends insurance carriers and insureds through all phases of litigation, from initial claim evaluation through resolution. She routinely handles matters involving first-party property claims, bodily injury and catastrophic loss, long-term care and nursing home litigation, and professional liability disputes. Her work includes analyzing coverage issues, developing early case strategies, preparing dispositive motions, managing written discovery and depositions, and coordinating with experts to evaluate causation and damages. She also addresses allegations of insurer bad faith and advises clients on risk exposure and claims handling practices.

Elana takes a proactive, strategy-driven approach to litigation, emphasizing early case assessment, targeted discovery, and efficient resolution. She works closely with clients and claims professionals to identify key defenses, control litigation costs, and position cases for summary judgment, settlement, or trial. Drawing on her prior experience as a prosecutor, she is skilled in courtroom advocacy, witness examination, and evidentiary analysis, allowing her to effectively present complex factual and legal issues. Her approach is focused on achieving favorable outcomes while minimizing risk and exposure for her clients.

Elana has received recognition for her legal writing and has published in the areas of water law and public works. Her background in research and analysis informs her litigation practice, where she provides clear, strategic advocacy grounded in a thorough understanding of complex legal and regulatory issues.