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John Harkavy is one of the most respected civil trial attorneys in Massachusetts, who has a forty-two year proven track record of success. His office handles civil litigation including business and real estate litigation, personal injury, wrongful death, automobile accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, dog bite cases, products liability, personal injury, general commercial litigation, brokerage disputes, employment, home owner construction disputes, commercial landlord/tenant disputes, insurance defense, and appeals. He has mediated numerous cases resulting in multi-million dollar victories for his clients without the necessity of a trial. His office also represents homeowners who are having disputes with construction contractors. Clients range from Fortune 500 companies, commercial real estate brokerage firms and developers to individuals. The aggressive use of prejudgment remedies, including attachments and injunctions, has resulted in significant legal victories without the need for lengthy and costly litigation.
John has been named a Superlawyer for 15 straight years. He has also been recognized by Boston Magazine as a Top Lawyer since 2022.
John graduated from Brown University and Boston University School of Law.
John enjoys playing tennis semi-competitively and was the captain of the Brown University tennis team. John has coached youth basketball and softball.
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Chat withState: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1983
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State: New York
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
89 Woodside Avenue, Wellesley, MA, 02482
20 Client Reviews
Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews
Posted by Elizabeth | November 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Pleased with the Outcome!
John successfully helped us with a difficult case, and we are very pleased with the outcome. He listened patiently and carefully to both sides’ points of view, and after much negotiation with the other party and their lawyer, we got the result we were hoping for. He was always available to listen to...
Posted by Henri | May 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
smart, honest and # 1 lawyer
I keep hiring Mr.Harkavy because I always get better than expected results. He is very accurate, responsive and finishes the job in a timely manner. hire him, you will win.
Posted by george | May 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
Great partner and advisor
John represented me to handle a Landlord/Tenant dispute case. His professionalism and attention to detail along with quick response time was top notch. He is very strategic to come up with a cost effective and obtained a final satisfactory results. i would high recommend John and will not hesitate...
Posted by Catia | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great service!
This was my first time working with John and my firm’s second time using his services. When we were faced with an issue there was no hesitation in contacting the Law Office of John B. Harkavy. John was very attentive and able to help us with our problem with his calm and empathetic demeanor. We are ...
Posted by Brian | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
John Harkavy-exceptional representation
Hired John to represent me in a personal injury claim. He did an amazing job gathering facts and speaking with the responsible parties to resolve my claim in our favor. He deposed the appropriate people and uncovered the information critical to prevailing in our claim. He did an excellent job keeping...
Real estate lawyer
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2013
Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Super Lawyer, Massachusetts Super Lawyers
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Top 100 Trial Lawyers In Massachusetts, American Trial Lawyers Association
2009
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media
2008
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Massachusetts Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media
2006
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011 - Present
Principal, Law Office of John B. Harkavy
2011 - 2011
Vice President Chief Corporate Counsel, Diningin.com,Inc.
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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