Atty. James R. Harris

Atty. James R. Harris

James R. Harris is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, civil litigation.

Lincoln Lincoln 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About James R. Harris at a glance

James R. Harris is a Member based in Lincoln, Nebraska, practicing at Harris Law Offices, PC, LLO. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at University of Nebraska College of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Nebraska (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lincoln and American Bar Associations Nebraska State Bar Association Nebraska Association of Trial Attorneys The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Lincoln, NE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James R. Harris is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, civil litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at Harris Law Offices, PC, LLO in Lincoln, NE

Practice Areas Explained

James R. Harris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James R. Harris handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James R. Harris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nebraska →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James R. Harris is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Nebraska →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James R. Harris is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Nebraska →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nebraska

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James R. Harris

Where is James R. Harris's law office located?
James R. Harris's law practice is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The firm is Harris Law Offices, PC, LLO. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James R. Harris handle?
James R. Harris focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nebraska.
How long has James R. Harris practiced law?
James R. Harris has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James R. Harris go to law school?
James R. Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James R. Harris for a consultation?
You can contact James R. Harris directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James R. Harris received?
James R. Harris's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Nebraska
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Nebraska
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985

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