The right judgment can change the trajectory of a life.
The right judgment can change the trajectory of a life.

The right judgment can change the trajectory of a life.
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working to improve
Fostering Court Improvement is a collaborative partnership involving stakeholders from all the professions working with families involved with the foster care system.
Bill is a member of the group and represented Boone County on a panel at Missouri's 2025 statewide gathering.

Supporting our youth
Job Point’s YouthBuild Program has been young people from central Missouri improve their lives for more than 20 years. It offers young people the opportunity to take control of their futures by completing their educations while also developing crucial career and leadership skills.
Bill met with the group in January to learn how the program can continue and even expand its positive impact on our community.

why bill is running
"I’m running for judge because I believe our courts should be more than places of punishment — they should be places of accountability and opportunity.
After years of representing adults, parents, and children in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Probate, Traffic, and Juvenile Divisions of Boone County’s Court, I've seen firsthand how the right guidance and the right judgment can change the trajectory of a life. That experience taught me that justice isn’t only about decisions made in the moment – it’s about shaping futures."
-- Bill Ellis, Candidate for Division 9 Boone County Associate Circuit Judge
Bill has the experience to be
Ready on Day One
Bill is running for Division 9 Associate Circuit Judge, currently Boone County's juvenile court division. And with a career filled with deep experience, he has the background necessary to treat any case with the consideration and care it deserves.
Court Appointed Guardian ad Litem. Since 2012, Bill has been responsible for advising the Boone County Circuit Court on the best interests of more than 500 abused and neglected children impacted by the justice system. He has undergone scores of hours of specialized training on ensuring that our court system serves the best interest of these children.
Missouri Juvenile Justice Advisory Board. Since it was created in 2016 following the tragic death of Michael Brown, Bill has served as one of only two Missouri Bar appointees on this statutory board responsible for providing consultation and recommendations to the General Assembly on best practices for our juvenile court system.
Former Deputy Juvenile Officer. Prior to law school, Bill worked directly with at-risk children and their families in Boone and Callaway counties providing supervision, guidance, and education intended to enable them to be successful and positive contributors to the community.
Legal Counsel for the MO Department of Revenue. After graduation law school, Bill worked as an administrative hearing officer in hundreds of hearings, and counsel to the Director of Revenue in dozens of trials, against individuals charged with driving while intoxicated among other offenses.
Criminal Defense Attorney. Over his nearly 25-year legal career, Bill has defended hundreds of people accused of felonies and misdemeanors, with an emphasis on serving juveniles and clients charged with alcohol and drug related offenses. Bill has substantial experience both in trial and in advising clients on the rehabilitative process through probation, community service, and treatment.
Civil Litigation Attorney. Bill also has years of experience representing people and businesses in a wide range of civil cases, including personal injury claims, real estate disputes, probate and trust actions, and professional license disciplinary proceedings.
Latest Campaign News
Bill is committed to engaging community members. Here are some upcoming events. More will be added to our Events page, so stay tuned!
event
Annual BBQ, Stump Speeches & Silent Auction
Bill Ellis will make his first appearance as a candidate at the Annual BBQ & Stump Speeches hosted by the Boone County Democratic Party at Stephens Lake Park on October 12 from 11:30AM to 2:30PM. This is a candidate focused event that will also feature a silent auction of baked goods and other items.
PRESS RELEASE
Columbia Attorney Bill Ellis Announces Candidacy for Division 9 Boone County Associate Circuit Judge
Columbia, MO attorney William C. "Bill" Ellis announced today that he is a candidate for the Division IX Boone County Associate Circuit Judge position that will become open upon the retirement of Judge Tracy Gonzalez.
"I have had the unique privilege of appearing in Juvenile Court before Judge Gonzalez nearly every week since she was elected in 2018,” Ellis said, "and if elected, I pledge to do my level best to carry on her exemplary work for our community."
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