Atty. John David Harker

Atty. John David Harker

John David Harker is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Lancaster Lancaster 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About John David Harker at a glance

John David Harker is a Member based in Lancaster, Ohio, practicing at John Harker. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1973) and Ohio State University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Lancaster, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John David Harker is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at John Harker in Lancaster, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John David Harker's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John David Harker is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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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.

John David Harker is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John David Harker is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John David Harker is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Harker

Where is John David Harker's law office located?
John David Harker's law practice is located in Lancaster, Ohio. The firm is John Harker. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Harker handle?
John David Harker focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John David Harker practiced law?
John David Harker has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John David Harker go to law school?
John David Harker earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John David Harker for a consultation?
You can contact John David Harker 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 John David Harker received?
John David Harker's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1973
B.A.
Ohio State University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1974

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