Atty. John M. Harris

Atty. John M. Harris

Mr. John M.

Morehead City Morehead City 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (252) 777-0283 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John M. Harris at a glance

John M. Harris is a Member based in Morehead City, North Carolina, practicing at The Harris Law Firm, PLLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and poa. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1981). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1981) and North Carolina State University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Carteret County (President, 1990) and North Carolina (Member, Real Estate Section) Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Land Title Association. Serands clients in Morehead City, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John M. Harris is a lawyer practicing real estate law, business law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from North Carolina State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices at The Harris Law Firm, PLLC in Morehead City, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John M. Harris's Areas of Practice

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

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 M. Harris is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John M. Harris is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John M. Harris is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Power of Attorney

John M. Harris is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John M. Harris

Where is John M. Harris's law office located?
John M. Harris's law practice is located in Morehead City, North Carolina. The firm is The Harris Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M. Harris handle?
John M. Harris focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John M. Harris practiced law?
John M. Harris has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John M. Harris go to law school?
John M. Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact John M. Harris for a consultation?
You can contact John M. 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 John M. Harris received?
John M. Harris's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1981
B.A.
North Carolina State University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1981

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