Atty. Gerald Thomas Harper

Atty. Gerald Thomas Harper

Gerald Thomas Harper is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, florida supreme court certified circuit court mediator, employment law arbitrator. Gerald received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Thomas Harper at a glance

Gerald Thomas Harper is an Associate based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Harper Gerlach Pl. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment and adr. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1967), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas (1967), South Carolina (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1977). Educated at University of Arkansas (LL.B., 1967) and University of Arkansas (B.S.B.A. University, 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sebastian County and Arkansas Bar Associations. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald Thomas Harper is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, florida supreme court certified circuit court mediator, employment law arbitrator
  • Gerald received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Arkansas in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Gerald practices at Harper Gerlach, PL in Jacksonville, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Thomas Harper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Thomas Harper handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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

Gerald Thomas Harper is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Gerald Thomas Harper is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald Thomas Harper

Where is Gerald Thomas Harper's law office located?
Gerald Thomas Harper's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Harper Gerlach Pl. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Thomas Harper handle?
Gerald Thomas Harper focuses on employment, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Gerald Thomas Harper practiced law?
Gerald Thomas Harper has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Gerald Thomas Harper go to law school?
Gerald Thomas Harper earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.S.B.A. University, 1963).
How can I contact Gerald Thomas Harper for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald Thomas Harper received?
Gerald Thomas Harper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Arkansas
- 1967
B.S.B.A. University
University of Arkansas
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
Admitted: 1967
South Carolina
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983

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