Ellen Stewart

Administrative and Paralegal Support

Ellen is in her third year with Plumtree & Brunner LLP, where she provides both administrative and paralegal support to the firm. In her role, she assists with a wide range of day-to-day operations, including managing the mail room, calendaring court deadlines and events, and preparing support documents for the attorneys and staff. What began as a part-time opportunity after getting to know Ms. Plumtree through a Sunday morning group quickly evolved into a rewarding second career and a natural fit for Ellen’s skillset and professional background.

Before joining the legal profession, Ellen built an accomplished career in food science and regulatory compliance. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Food Science and a Master of Science in Agriculture before spending the majority of her career as an investigator with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. In that role, she focused on regulatory compliance under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, with specialized experience involving food manufacturing, fresh-cut produce, and low-acid canned foods. Earlier in her career, Ellen also worked in quality assurance for both Chiquita and Dole.

Outside of work, Ellen has been an active member of her local Lions Club for more than a decade, where she volunteers at sight screenings and other community service events. She is also an avid ping pong player and a dedicated NFL fan who proudly supports the Cincinnati Bengals.