Gregory Owen Harbison

Gregory Owen Harbison

4.4
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 28 years

Social Security & Disability Lawyer at Mechanicsville, VA
Practice Areas: Social Security, Workers Compensation

9115 Dickey Drive, Mechanicsville, VA

About Gregory

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Practice Areas

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

15%-20%


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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 28 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Harbison & Kavanagh, PLLC

9115 Dickey Drive, Mechanicsville, VA, 23116

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Gregory Owen Harbison's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mr. Delk | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Excellent at what they do .

I would like to say that Harrison & Cavanaugh are all excellent lawyers. They take the time to hear your case ,research , and look over all paperwork . Thy are very efficient lawyers someone you can trust and definitely will keep you informed on your important matters. They definitely are great peo...ple to have on your side. I would like to also give special thanks to Mrs. Adela Carter and Sean Kavanagh because when Mr. Kavanagh is not available Mrs. Carter definitely handles the situation and ensure that he get all notes and paperwork sent in a timely manner. Thanks again for all your help and great work .

Posted by Sarah | April 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney

I told him if he didn't care about his business, then neither do I....

I had a problem with Harbison's Office Manager, Tom, whom spoke to me impatiently and condescendingly. He called me while I was collecting my autistic son from his school. I could've just told him this wasn't a good time and have him call back but I did not. His manner conveyed to me that I was bothe...ring him somehow. Later, when I was filing my claim online, I had questions and Tom blew me off in a condescending way, spoke to me with an unprofessional priapic attitude, giving me the unmistakable feeling that I am bothering him yet again. Yet, I was still willing to allow them to have my business as long as I only dealt with someone else other than Tom. I notified their office of this and was also told that Christian would call me the same day, Friday February 24, 2017 before the end of the day. Guess who didn't call............but Harbison called me himself, today, the 27th. I assumed he called to address the Tom issue, so I told him what happened. His response was that he didn't call to "rehash all that". I didn't curse, I wasn't rude, yet, Harbison wasn't concerned about how Tom in his firm was mistreating me. I thought someone who was successful would want to know if their business was being ruined by an unprofessional employee. I was wrong. I can only equate from any business owner who isn't interested in the mistreatment of their clientele as irresponsible and unacceptable for me. I need someone I can trust, who will not be opposed to answering questions, or get offended when I deign to ask a question. Unfortunately, that is not Harbison & Kavanagh.

Gregory Harbison

Replied last March 20, 2017

This is Greg Harbison. I am sorry you had a negative experience with my firm. We take these cases seriously and wish your experience as a potential new client was more positive. I also understand you are going through a difficult time and hope you have success with your case. I discussed this matter with my office manager in detail. I believe I could have handled the situation with you better. You left a very detailed message regarding your experience so I did not believe you needed to provide the same details to me again, but could have phrased my intent in a better way. I know you were trying to help me and I'm sorry I left you with the impression that I was not interested in your input. Thank you and I wish you well.

Posted by Juliet | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Exceptional

Mr. Harbison is an exceptional attorney, he took on my disability case after 2.5 years of denials. He used his years experience and skills as a great attorney and won my case. When Mr. Harbison took on my case he was in it for the win. He was always available when I needed him. If you are looking fo...r a great attorney, please contact Harbison and Kavanagh.

Posted by Stephanie | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Greg Harbison

Greg Harbison is by far best in class! Very easy to speak with and takes the time to walk you through the WC process. Quick to respond to all inquiries and explains everything in detail for full understanding. Highly recommend Greg……superior attorney!

Posted by Stephanie | August 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Excellent Attorney

I was a client of Greg Harbison. He represented me in a Worker’s Comp case and he won! Greg was very easy to speak with and took the time to walk me through the WC process. He was quick to respond to all inquiries and explained everything in detail for full understanding. Highly recommend Greg……e...xcellent attorney! Stephanie K

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2020

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2007

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Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Harbison & Kavanagh

1999 - 2010

Attorney, Geoffrey R. Mcdonald & Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

2009 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, CLE Committee

CLE Committee Member

2005 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Legislative Committee

Committee Member

1999 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wayne Beery v. KMart Corporation

Verdict in favor of injured worker

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Education

1997

Delaware Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of Virginia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Advanced Workers' Compensation Retreat

Rebutting the Willful Misconduct Defense

Publications

2004

The Journal (Virginia Trial Lawyers Association) "Workers Compensation 101"

Languages

English

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