Atty. Thomas R Harris

Atty. Thomas R Harris

Mr. Thomas R Harris is a lawyer practicing state workers' compensation, federal longshore and harbor workers' compensation, insurance defense litigation and 1 other area of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas R Harris at a glance

Thomas R Harris is a personal injury, workers comp, insurance, and maritime attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (Inactive) (1982), Florida (1991), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1991), and District of Columbia (2016). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1982) and University of Alabama (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas R Harris is a lawyer practicing state workers' compensation, federal longshore and harbor workers' compensation, insurance defense litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Thomas practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas R Harris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas R 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.

Thomas R Harris is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas R Harris is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thomas R Harris is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Florida →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Thomas R Harris is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas R Harris

Where is Thomas R Harris's law office located?
Thomas R Harris's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas R Harris handle?
Thomas R Harris focuses on personal injury, workers comp, insurance, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Thomas R Harris practiced law?
Thomas R Harris has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas R Harris go to law school?
Thomas R Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Thomas R Harris for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas R Harris received?
Thomas R Harris's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1982
B.S.
University of Alabama
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Mississippi (Inactive)
Admitted: 1982
Florida
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2016

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