also known as John F. Harwick, John Harwick, John F. Harwick Esq.
John F. Harwick strongly believes in the power of effective communication and going the extra mile to create successful attorney-client relationships. He is a partner at E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy and has been practicing personal injury and commercial litigation in upstate New York since 1995. As an experienced litigator, John understands that a case’s outcome depends on being prepared, knowledgeable, and maintain a close attention to detail. He has been recognized by top legal organizations for his zealous advocacy and dedication to his clients. In addition to an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell John has been named a “Top 25” lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine since 2018. He maintains a perfect 10.0 rating on Avvo. John strives to educate clients by answering their questions and keeping communication open during their legal proceeding.
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29 years | 500 cases
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200 Harborside Dr, #300, Schenectady, NY, 12305
28 2nd St, Troy, NY, 12180
41 State Street, Suite 604-05, Albany, NY, 12207
(By Appointment Only), 511 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
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Posted by Kate | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Caring and results-oriented from start to finish. There is always a sense of team effort, whether you are in deep discussion with John, or getting a quick answer from the legal assistant.
Posted by Mike | June 16, 2015
My case was a very confusing and difficult case to accept, and most lawyers would have turned me away. Mr. Harwick accepted my case and handled it amazingly. Throughout the process he kept me informed, updated and always returned calls and messages fast and was knowledgeable in my case and in the rar...
Posted by Angela | March 28, 2015
John was recommended to me by a few different people and I'm very happy that I worked with him. He is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. I wanted to be involved and updated as much as possible about the case and he did a great job of communicating with me every step of the way. I was extremely pleas...
Posted by Lori | March 16, 2015
John Harwick is a trustworthy lawyer who is honest with you and is always willing to answer all questions, he gives you the time and attention to help you to understand all aspects of your case. John Harwick is caring, respectful and honest with you during some of the worst and most difficult times...
Posted by James | March 11, 2015
John Harwick is the right guy to have on your side. I hired John to work on a LT Disability case and his expertise was masterful, right through the positive conclusion of the case. During the one case I had, my spouse and I had the opportunity to hire John again for a personal injury case from an a...
"John is an excellent lawyer. He treats his clients with respect, he is knowledgeable and extremely professional. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is a seasoned and talented attorney who brings a high level of professionalism to the practice of law. He takes very good care of his clients and is highly efficient at achieving excellent results for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. John has considerable experience in both personal injury and business/commercial litigation."
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2015
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News and World Reports
2013
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Voted top %5 by peers, "Superlawyers"
2011
"Superb" rating, AVVO
1995
Best Brief, Gabrielli Moot Court Competition
1995
Semi-Finalist - Gabrielli Moot Court Competition, Albany Law School
1995
Justinian Society, Albany Law School
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015 - Present
Partner, E. Stewart Jones, Hacker, Murphy LLP
1998 - Present
Partner, Hacker & Murphy, L.L.P.
1900 - Present
Partner, E. Stewart Jones Hacker Murphy
1996 - 1997
Associate, Law Office of David L. Ganje
2017 - Present
Albany County Bar AssociationChairperson, Newsletter Committee
2014 - Present
Capital District Trial Lawyers AssociationPast President
2008 - Present
National Association of Personal Injury LawyersGold Member
1998 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Albany County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Capital District Trial Lawyers AssociationPresident
2012 - 2013
Capital District Trial Lawyers AssociationVice President
2008 - 2011
Capital District Trial Lawyers AssociationTreasurer
1997 - 2000
Capital District Bankruptcy Bar AssociationFormer Member
1995 - 1996
Albany Law School Moot CourtBoard Member
Judgment for the plaintiff
Verdict in favor of Plaintiff following a bench trial
$1.25m Settlement
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1987
High School Diploma
2009
Depositions and Demonstrative Evidence
2007
Civil Litigation Seminar
2000
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