Atty. William Earl Harris

Atty. William Earl Harris

Mr. William Earl Harris is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust & estate, administration and 5 other areas of law.

Harlan Harlan 63 yrs experience 63 year
Call (260) 321-9351 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Earl Harris at a glance

William Earl Harris is a trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy attorney based in Harlan, Indiana. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1963). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1963) and DePauw University (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allen County and Indiana State (Member, Section of Probate, Trust and Real Property Law) Bar Associations National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives. Serands clients in Harlan, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Earl Harris is a lawyer practicing estate planning, trust & estate, administration and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • William practices in Harlan, IN

Practice Areas Explained

William Earl Harris's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

William Earl Harris is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

William Earl Harris is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

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.

William Earl Harris is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Real Estate Law

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

William Earl Harris is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Earl Harris is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Earl Harris

Where is William Earl Harris's law office located?
William Earl Harris's law practice is located in Harlan, Indiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Earl Harris handle?
William Earl Harris focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has William Earl Harris practiced law?
William Earl Harris has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did William Earl Harris go to law school?
William Earl Harris earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.A., 1960).
How can I contact William Earl Harris for a consultation?
You can contact William Earl 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 William Earl Harris received?
William Earl Harris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1963
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1963

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