Atty. James William Harris

Atty. James William Harris

James William Harris is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Arkansas State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Blytheville Blytheville 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About James William Harris at a glance

James William Harris is a Partner based in Blytheville, Arkansas, practicing at Hoskins & Harris, P.A.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1998), Tennessee (1998), and Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee and U.S. District Court, District of Co (2004). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1997) and Arkansas State University (B.S. Business, 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Blytheville, Arkansas, Tennessee and American Bar Associations Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers National Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Blytheville, AR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Harris is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, civil litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Arkansas State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices at Hoskins & Harris, P.A. in Blytheville, AR and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

James William Harris's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James William Harris is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Arkansas →

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 William Harris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Arkansas →

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.

James William Harris is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Arkansas →

Workers Compensation

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

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

Civil Litigation

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

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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arkansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Harris

Where is James William Harris's law office located?
James William Harris's law practice is located in Blytheville, Arkansas. The firm is Hoskins & Harris, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Harris handle?
James William Harris focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arkansas.
How long has James William Harris practiced law?
James William Harris has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James William Harris go to law school?
James William Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Business, 1982).
How can I contact James William Harris for a consultation?
You can contact James William 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 William Harris received?
James William Harris's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1997
B.S. Business
Arkansas State University
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1998
Tennessee
Admitted: 1998
Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee and U.S. District Court, District of Co
Admitted: 2004

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