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5.0 /5.0
18 Client Reviews
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Daniel Allen Harris
also known as Daniel A. Harris
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About Daniel
Biography
Daniel Harris is an experienced and talented defense attorney who is widely recognized by his peers and by local judges for his skill in the courtroom and in trial, his knowledge of the law, his ability to interact with clients and others in the court system, and his integrity. Attorney Harris is a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in both State and Federal Law. Only 3.9% of North Carolina attorneys gain this certification in their area of concentration.
Attorney Harris is in the very select company of still practicing attorneys to have won a Federal Criminal Jury Trial in the Middle District of North Carolina, having his client found not guilty of an indictment for Impersonating a Federal Officer. Attorney Harris has also successfully argued multiple suppression motions in Federal Court, obtained probationary sentences, and helped clients receive substantial downward variances.
Attorney Harris is certified by the North Carolina Bar as a Board-Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law. This process of Specialization (in two areas) requires extensive qualification checks, jury trial experience, recommendations by other defense lawyers, judges, and prosecutors and then to pass multiple days of testing in Raleigh. Moreover, attorney Harris has been selected to Legal Elite nine times, and Super Lawyers seven times.
Attorney Harris has won numerous other jury trials, to include having a client found Not Guilty of three separate Class C trafficking charges, each charge carrying a mandatory minimum of 18.75 years. Attorney Harris has negotiated dismissals and reductions of First Degree Murder Charges, First Degree Sex Offense Charges, Habitual Felon indictments, Embezzlement, First Degree Kidnapping, Arson, and many more. In District Court Attorney Harris has won hundreds of cases and received numerous Not Guilty verdicts on cases including but not limited to DWIs, Assault on Female, Domestic Violence Protective Order Violations, Communicating Threats, Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Larceny, and much more. Attorney Harris is also widely respected by judges and local attorneys alike for his intimate knowledge of the North Carolina Expunction laws and processes.
While every case is different and we cannot make any promises about the outcome of your particular case, know you are in experienced and carrying hands if you hire Attorney Harris.
Dedicated to defending those accused in the Greensboro area. Stop worrying, call me now.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
20%
Federal Crime
20%
Violent Crime
20%
DUI and DWI
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014
2014
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Clifford and Harris Trial Lawyers
(336) 962-4469
Mobile
(336) 346-3292
Fax
415-B West Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC, 27401
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Online Presence
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Posted by Patience | October 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DWI case/ Domestic violence case
Daniel Harris got my DWI dismissed, which is rare in the state of NC. We went to trial for my case, and Daniel did his thing, he made a very good argument and the judge had no choice but to dismiss the charge. Thank you again Daniel Harris for everything you did for me this past year. He also got bot...
Posted by Franklin | May 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Works hard and very rersponsive
I have never dealt with a more responsive lawyer than Mr. Harris. He was straight forward, and kept me informed through the entire expungement process. When the state took forever to complete my background check, he even took the extra steps to have my expungement expedited by the county court when t...
Posted by Charlene Wamban | March 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Court case
Daniel was really helpful and responsive during my case. He made sure to attend court for me as promised and worked with me with the attorney fees. He made me feel comfortable to speak with him and spent time understanding my issues. I would definitely recommend him for anyone going through legal tro...
Posted by Mark | October 16, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Dedicated and Aknowlegeable
Daniel Harris represented me on a very sensitive and important matter. He was very knowledgeable in handling my case. I really like the way he presented my rights using what the law says. He represent me the way a lawyer should represent a client. He stayed in contact with during the process. And yes...
Posted by Christopher | September 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Excellent representation
Daniel was a great choice for me. He was very professional, yet friendly and understanding. I felt no personal judgment from him, only the desire for the best outcome for my case. He was pro-active and was able to address some issues that could have caused more serious complications for me. He a...
Daniel Allen Harris's Lawyer Endorsements
"I practice federal criminal defense in Michigan, and I needed a local attorney to assist me in a case in the US District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina. Before finding Daniel, I contacted several attorneys who never returned my call. When I spoke with Daniel, he was willing and eager to assist. He jumped right in, was extremely quick to respond at all times, and is immensely capable. I truly appreciated his professionalism, expertise, and can-do attitude. I would not hesitate to refer future clients to Daniel for federal criminal defense."
"Daniel is a talented and committed criminal defense attorney in the Greensboro community."
"Mr. Harris is a highly intelligent, well-respected attorney. He is trustworthy and a true advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Daniel is truly a rising star among the criminal defense bar in North Carolina. He is immensely qualified to handle any criminal matter, large or small. He is my first choice when referring any potential clients to criminal defense attorneys in the Greensboro area."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Daniel since law school and can say without equivocation that he is one of the brightest, most hardworking attorneys I know. He is dedicated to getting the best results for his clients and I would not hesitate to refer a client facing criminal charges to his office."
"Daniel is a very smart and hard working young attorney who I would endorse to anyone."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Daniel for several years and recently worked with him on a multi-county criminal matter. Daniel's work ethic, attention to detail, and personable nature are evident. I would highly recommend Daniel to anyone in need of a good criminal defense attorney in the triad area."
"Mr. Harris is an excellent attorney that I have had the pleasure of knowing over the past five years. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to Mr. Harris."
"Daniel Harris is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend Daniel for representation in any criminal matter at the state or federal level."
"I've known Daniel Harris since law school, and I would strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney in the Greensboro area. Daniel's comprehensive and thoughtful approach to criminal defense enables him to obtain the best possible results for his clients. Accordingly, I gladly endorse Daniel in all his areas of practice."
"I know Mr. Harris to be a very resourceful attorney who zealously advocates for his clients."
"Daniel is a knowledgable, skilled and well-respected criminal defense attorney. I would recommend Daniel to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney in Greensboro, without reservation."
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"Daniel is a very good criminal defense attorney. He hustles for his clients to obtain the best possible result in difficult situations. I highly recommend him."
"Daniel is a very passionate and skilled lawyer who is already well respected in the Criminal Law community in Greensboro."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2017
Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina
2016
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2015
Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina
2015
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2012
3rd Best Brief, 2012 Leroy R. Hassell, Sr. National Constitutional Law Moot Court Competition
2011
Semi-finalist, 2011 Elon University School of Law Intramural Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner/Attorney, Clifford & Harris, PLLC
1900 - Present
Attorney, Clifford & Harris, PLLC
2013 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Clifford Clendenin & O'Hale, LLP
2011 - 2013
Legal Intern, Clifford Clendenin & O'Hale, LLP
2011 - 2011
Judicial Intern, Honorable R. Stuart Albright
Associations
2017 - Present
United States District Court, Western District of North CarolinaAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
United States District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
2014 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Fourth Circuit
2013 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association Foundation
2013 - Present
Greensboro Bar Association
2013 - Present
Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2013 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina
Sample of Legal Cases
North Carolina v. LG
Plea Deal
North Carolina v. FR
Dismissed
United States v. AG
Dismissed
United States v. MT
Probation
North Carolina v. RH
All dismissed
North Carolina v. DH
Dismissed
North Carolina v. AB
Dismissed
North Carolina v. LC
Dismissed
North Carolina v. LL
Probation
Education
2013
Elon University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
University of North Carolina
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
UNC-G Tonight Radio Show
Voter ID Law
2016
Elon University School of Law Pro Bono Award Ceremony
Featured Speaker
2014
Beyond Ferguson: A Frank Discussion of Race, Policing and the 4th Amendment
Terry Stops, the 4th Amendment, and Race
2011
Moderator of Roundtable Discussion with T.R. Reid
The Healing of America
Publications
2015
Florida Firearms - Law, Use & Ownership: Eighth Edition
The Law of North Carolina
2014
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Daniel earned significant contribution points in 2014.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Is it harassment if someone is video taping you in public ?
15 Aug 2014
Q&A
Banned form store or shopping center for life?
22 Jun 2014
Q&A
Should I have been given audio and video during my motion for discovery? Is withholding this evidence grounds for a retrial.
16 Jun 2014