Atty. John Irvin Harper

Atty. John Irvin Harper

Mr. John Irvin Harper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and 7 other areas of law.

Augusta Augusta 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (803) 455-9216 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Irvin Harper at a glance

John Irvin Harper is a Member based in Augusta, Georgia, practicing at John I. Harper, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1971). Educated at Emory University (L.L.M. Emory, 1994) and Mercer University (J.D., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Augusta Bar Association (President, 1989) State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Augusta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Irvin Harper is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, trusts and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a degree from Emory University in 1994, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at John I. Harper, P.C. in Augusta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

John Irvin Harper's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John Irvin Harper is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Georgia →

Trusts

John Irvin Harper is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Georgia →

Probate

John Irvin Harper is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Georgia →

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 Irvin Harper is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John Irvin Harper is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Irvin Harper

Where is John Irvin Harper's law office located?
John Irvin Harper's law practice is located in Augusta, Georgia. The firm is John I. Harper, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Irvin Harper handle?
John Irvin Harper focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has John Irvin Harper practiced law?
John Irvin Harper has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Irvin Harper go to law school?
John Irvin Harper earned their education at (L.L.M. Emory, 1994); (J.D., 1971).
How can I contact John Irvin Harper for a consultation?
You can contact John Irvin Harper 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 Irvin Harper received?
John Irvin Harper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

L.L.M. Emory
Emory University
- 1994
J.D.
Mercer University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1971

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