Atty. John O. Harris

Atty. John O. Harris

John O. Harris is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 1 other area of law.

Ashland Ashland 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About John O. Harris at a glance

John O. Harris is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and construction attorney based in Ashland, Virginia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985). Educated at T.C. Williams Law School, University of Richmond (J.D., 1985) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Ashland, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John O. Harris is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 1 other area of law
  • John O. received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John O. practices in Ashland, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John O. Harris's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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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.

John O. Harris is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John O. Harris

Where is John O. Harris's law office located?
John O. Harris's law practice is located in Ashland, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John O. Harris handle?
John O. Harris focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John O. Harris practiced law?
John O. Harris has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John O. Harris go to law school?
John O. Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact John O. Harris for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
T.C. Williams Law School, University of Richmond
- 1985
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1985

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