Atty. Bethany S. Harbison

Atty. Bethany S. Harbison

Hon. Bethany S.

Fairbanks Fairbanks 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Bethany S. Harbison at a glance

Bethany S. Harbison is an Alaska Pub. Def. Agcy. based in Fairbanks, Alaska. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and family law. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1993). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1993) and Williams College (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Fairbanks, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hon. Bethany S. Harbison is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, child abuse and neglect, family law
  • Bethany received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Bethany practices in Fairbanks, AK

Practice Areas Explained

Bethany S. Harbison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bethany S. Harbison handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alaska

Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairbanks are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bethany S. Harbison

Where is Bethany S. Harbison's law office located?
Bethany S. Harbison's law practice is located in Fairbanks, Alaska. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bethany S. Harbison handle?
Bethany S. Harbison focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alaska.
How long has Bethany S. Harbison practiced law?
Bethany S. Harbison has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Bethany S. Harbison go to law school?
Bethany S. Harbison earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1993
B.A.
Williams College
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Alaska
Admitted: 1993

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