Atty. Michael Dexter Harper

Atty. Michael Dexter Harper

Ambitious lawyer works to maximize clients’ compensation. Since 1996, my firm has been highly recommended by clients and colleagues because they have found my counsel to be:• Trustworthy — For any personal injury, I have the knowledge and experience to give you honest advice and diligent representation.• Responsive — I respond promptly and personally to all questions and concerns.

Atlanta Atlanta 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Dexter Harper at a glance

Michael Dexter Harper is a Managing Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at The Harper Law Firm. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1996). Educated at Boston College School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Georgia State University (B.A. Pre, 1993). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ambitious lawyer works to maximize clients’ compensation
  • Since 1996, my firm has been highly recommended by clients and colleagues because they have found my counsel to be:• Trustworthy — For any personal injury, I have the knowledge and experience to give you honest advice and diligent representation.• Responsive — I respond promptly and personally to all questions and concerns
  • You will be in constant contact with your actual attorney and not their staff.• Caring — No matter how you have been injured, I am committed to protecting your legal rights and making a positive difference in the lives of you and your family
  • I understand the financial pressures that injured people face
  • That is why I strive to ease my clients’ financial burden by maintaining affordable rates and offering a free initial consultation, and you pay no attorneys’ fees unless you obtain a recovery through a verdict or settlement
  • Skilled advocate handles a complete range of personal injury matters
  • My Atlanta firm represents clients from across Georgia in all types of personal injury litigation, including matters arising from:• Medical malpractice — If you believe you might be a victim of medical malpractice, I can investigate whether healthcare providers violated legal standards of care and take appropriate action.• Auto accidents — Busy roads in the Atlanta area and throughout Georgia lead to numerous auto accidents
  • My firm advocates for injured clients in court and with insurance companies.• Slips and falls — When slip and fall incidents occur, unsafe conditions are often to blame
  • I represent clients in premises liability actions against property owners and others who are responsible for maintenance.• Defective products — I file products liability lawsuits on behalf of people who are harmed by dangerous products, including defective medical devices.• Civil litigation — My firm handles various kinds of civil litigation cases, including those involving civil rights and allegations of police brutality.No matter how powerful the interests opposing your claim, I will stand with you and won’t let you be intimidated.Contact a Georgia personal injury attorney for a free initial consultationThe Law Offices of Michael D. Harper, P.C. represents clients throughout Georgia in a full range of personal injury cases, including medical malpractice claims
  • Please call 404-480-9562 or contact me online to schedule a free initial consultation at my midtown Atlanta office

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Dexter Harper's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Dexter Harper is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →

Medical Malpractice

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

Michael Dexter Harper is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Michael Dexter Harper is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

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Michael Dexter Harper is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Rights

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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 Atlanta 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 Michael Dexter Harper

Where is Michael Dexter Harper's law office located?
Michael Dexter Harper's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is The Harper Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Dexter Harper handle?
Michael Dexter Harper focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Michael Dexter Harper practiced law?
Michael Dexter Harper has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Dexter Harper go to law school?
Michael Dexter Harper earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Pre, 1993).
How can I contact Michael Dexter Harper for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston College School of Law
- 1996
B.A. Pre
Georgia State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1996

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