Atty. Jay Harvey

Atty. Jay Harvey

Jay Harvey is a trial lawyer with Winckler, Harvey & McConnell LLP in Austin, Texas . His practice focuses on representing individuals and families in personal injury and medical malpractice cases.

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Profile Summary

About Jay Harvey at a glance

Jay Harvey is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Winckler, Harvey & McConnell LLP. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at Texas Tech University (—, 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jay Harvey is a trial lawyer with Winckler, Harvey & McConnell LLP in Austin, Texas
  • His practice focuses on representing individuals and families in personal injury and medical malpractice cases
  • Through his work in Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Jay represents people who have been seriously harmed due to negligence, including injuries involving health care providers, unsafe conditions, and other preventable incidents
  • Clients turn to Jay for thoughtful, thorough representation when facing life‑altering injuries
  • He approaches each case with careful preparation and a commitment to understanding how an injury has affected a client’s health, livelihood, and family
  • Whether the case involves complex medical issues or catastrophic injuries caused by another party’s negligence, Jay works to pursue accountability and fair compensation under Texas law
  • Jay is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by a limited percentage of attorneys in Texas
  • This certification reflects substantial experience in trial practice, peer review, and continued involvement in personal injury litigation
  • Beyond his courtroom work, Jay has long been involved in efforts related to the rights of injured patients and workers
  • He is a past president of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and continues to remain active in the organization
  • In 2023, he received the Champion of Justice award from Texas Watch, a non‑partisan citizen advocacy organization focused on holding insurance companies and corporations accountable to consumers
  • Outside the office, Jay enjoys golfing, biking, traveling, and spending time at his ranch
  • He and his wife enjoy time with their adult daughter and their two dogs

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Harvey's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Jay Harvey is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Texas →

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.

Jay Harvey is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay Harvey

Where is Jay Harvey's law office located?
Jay Harvey's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Winckler, Harvey & McConnell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Harvey handle?
Jay Harvey focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Jay Harvey go to law school?
Jay Harvey earned their education at (—, 1982).
How can I contact Jay Harvey for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Harvey 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 Jay Harvey received?
Jay Harvey's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice; Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice.

Education

Texas Tech University
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "AV" Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — VerdictSearch's Top Texas Verdicts of 2011
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Austin)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Austin)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Austin)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Austin)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Austin)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas

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