$ 300-300 per hour
Michael Clyde Harman
About Michael
Biography
Honest and authentic are not typically words used to describe attorneys. I learned that quickly when I began my legal career. For most law firms, the focus tends to be on how much revenue clients can generate rather than ensuring they obtain the justice they deserve. I knew instantly my personal values and integrity did not align with these principles. I knew my clients deserved better.
As the firm’s principal attorney, I specialize in employment litigation, representing employees and small companies across North Carolina during every stage of employment. I have widespread experience representing clients at unemployment appeal hearings and before courts and administrative agencies with cases concerning all facets of discrimination, workplace harassment, wrongful termination and retaliation, The Family and Medical Leave Act, and wage and hour disputes, among others.
I also serve as counsel for local unions, advising and representing the union and its members in contract interpretation, the grievance process and a variety of employment issues.
My secondary practice area is focused on civil litigation and handling general negligence issues, including personal injury and other tort claims, in both state and federal court. Prior to opening Harman Law, PLLC, I gained extensive experience in this area of the law, serving as Senior Associate Attorney for a prestigious personal injury firm in Charlotte.
I am a member of the North Carolina and Mecklenburg County Bar Associations and am currently licensed and admitted to practice before all North Carolina state courts; the U.S. District Court for the Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina; and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 13 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Harman Law, PLLC
10224 Hickorywood Hill Ave, Ste 202, Huntersville, NC, 28078
Harman Law PLLC
520 8th St. NE, #203, Hickory, NC, 28601
Harman Law PLLC
5940 Monroe Road, Suite 201, Charlotte, NC, 28212
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Michael Clyde Harman's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Matt | July 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Professional
Michael and his team were fantastic. Very honest and fair attorney. Gave sound advice and offered great customer service.
Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Severance negotiation
Michael was very good to work with from the initial consult thru the final negotiation with my previous employeer. He was pragmatic and kept me grounded on possible settlement amounts, open to discuss tactics, and flexible in working with me. I felt all along that he had my best interest in mind an...
Posted by Chip | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Service!
I found Michael Harman to very knowlegeable in the service I asked him to perform. After being fired from my employer he successfully navigated a sizeable settlement for me in as little as a couple months timeframe from start to finish. I found him to be extremely patient with every question / con...
Posted by Bethenny | January 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Amazing Attorney!
I chose Michael from the recommendations I'd seen online, to handle my employment compensation/EEOC issue. I couldn't have made a better choice. Michael and his staff were always quick to answer, patient, kind, and efficient. Michael worked hard for me and made sure to detail exactly what was happ...
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Grateful for Michael's Help!
I approached Michael Harman regarding my employers not paying me for over 6 months. Not only did he listen to me, but he really care about the outcome of my situation. He worked very diligently for months and made sure I understood every step of the process of filing a suit and what my options were. ...
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Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 16
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"I endorse and would recommend Mr. Harman to everyone and anyone. I have been practicing for 24 years. I was the youngest judge in Colorado history, a magistrate, a prosecutor in three districts, a law professor, and have worked in private practice for years. I still learn from his Avvo answers each and every day. He is a huge credit to the legal system. Hire him."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
2018 Best Employment Lawyers in Charlotte, Expertise
2017
2017 Best Employment Lawyers in Charlotte, Expertise
2011
Pro Bono Honors, Charlotte School of Law
2011
Dean's List, Charlotte School of Law
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Charlotte School Of Law
2016 - Present
Attorney, Harman Law, PLLC
2014 - 2016
Senior Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Stefan Latorre
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Angel Law Firm, PLLC
2011 - 2012
Clerk, Hull & Chandler, PA
2010 - 2011
Employment Law Intern, Legal Services of Southern Piedmont
2004 - 2010
Membership Director, YMCA of Iredell County
Associations
2016 - Present
Lake Norman Young ProfessionalsMember
2016 - Present
Communications Committee - MCBMember
2016 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionChair
2019 - 2020
Mecklenburg County BarBoard of Directors
2018 - 2019
Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionVice Chair
2017 - 2018
Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers SectionSecretary/Treasurer
2015 - 2017
YLD Membership Committee, Mecklenburg County BarChair
2014 - 2017
Legal Assistance CommitteeMember
2013 - 2015
Nonprofits and Client Pro Bono Committee - Mecklenburg County BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Education
Successfully assisted parent through school's grievance procedure after child was wrongfully retained, resulting in the child being promoted to the next grade.
Settlement
Negotiated a favorable settlement on behalf of a client against a national retailer in a case involving claims of disability discrimination and violation of ERISA
Settlement
Obtained favorable settlement for a client against a national financial institution in a case involving claims of disability discrimination and violation of FMLA.
Summary Judgment
Successfully defended a motion for summary judgment in the Office of Administrative Hearings in a case involving the revocation of a correctional officer's certification.
Education
2011
Charlotte School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
Newsmakers Breakfasts
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
2016
Professionalism for New Attorneys
Time Management for New Attorneys
2016
Professionalism for New Attorneys
YLD Panel
2016
North Carolina Certified Paralegal Exam Review Course
Civil Litigation
Publications
2016
Harman Law Blog
The Process of Obtaining Unemployment in North Carolina
2016
Harman Law Blog
Unlawful Retaliation for Reporting Your Injury
2016
2015
Harman Law Blog
Is My Personal Injury Case Worth Pursuing?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am pregnant and my doctor has requested that I do not lift anything over 30lbs can my job terminate me?
09 Jun 2018
Q&A
Can someone be fired for not assisting a customer that is communicating threats?
03 Apr 2018
Q&A
CCan I find another workers comp attorney if my wc lawyer withdrawns from my case?
03 Apr 2018