Our Attorneys : John D. Harris

JOHN D. HARRIS
Partner

Download vCard Tel: (602) 340-1234
Fax: (602) 944-0908
Email: jharris@tharpe-howell.com
JOHN D. HARRIS is a Partner of the Firm in the Phoenix Office. He has represented nationally recognized companies and individuals in both business matters and litigation in the State and Federal Courts for more than 23 years. His litigation experience involves complex litigation with an approach focused on identifying the issues and moving toward resolution appropriate for the client. He is no stranger to the Courtroom and jury trials. He is prepared to protect clients' rights in the jury trial process, should that expertise be required and appropriate. He has successfully appealed matters before the Appellate Courts, including the Arizona Supreme Court.

Mr. Harris has effectively managed his own law firm and uses such experience to lead the Phoenix Office in its representation of the Firm's clients throughout Arizona.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Trial practice

  • Post-Trial and Appellate work

  • Construction defect litigation

  • Insurance defense

  • Complex commercial and contract litigation

  • Business transaction litigation

  • Auto/truck/boating accidents

  • Premises liability litigation

  • Bad faith litigation

  • Common law fraud and fraudulent conveyance litigation

  • Real estate agent, broker liability issues

  • Employment litigation


EDUCATION
J.D., University of Arkansas School of Law, 1981
B.S., Arizona State University, 1974

BAR ADMISSIONS
Arizona State Bar

COURT ADMISSIONS
Arizona Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
United States District Court for District of Arizona

MEMBERSHIPS
American Bar Association
Maricopa County Bar Association