Atty. David Butler Harrison

Atty. David Butler Harrison

David Butler Harrison is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities & investment fraud, intellectual property and 18 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Short Hills Short Hills 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About David Butler Harrison at a glance

David Butler Harrison is a Member based in Short Hills, New Jersey, practicing at Spiro Harrison. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, ip, and securities. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2008) and New York (2009). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2007) and Syracuse University (B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Short Hills, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Butler Harrison is a lawyer practicing business litigation, securities & investment fraud, intellectual property and 18 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • David practices at Spiro Harrison in Short Hills, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

David Butler Harrison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Butler Harrison 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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Short Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Butler Harrison

Where is David Butler Harrison's law office located?
David Butler Harrison's law practice is located in Short Hills, New Jersey. The firm is Spiro Harrison. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Butler Harrison handle?
David Butler Harrison focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, ip, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has David Butler Harrison practiced law?
David Butler Harrison has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did David Butler Harrison go to law school?
David Butler Harrison earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact David Butler Harrison for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 2007
B.A.
Syracuse University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2008
New York
Admitted: 2009

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