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Harrison A. Lord

Business Attorney at Charlotte, NC

4.6   10 reviews
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  • Licensed for 16 years
    State NC
    Acquired 2007
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    Active No misconduct found

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Dana- Rise and Shine Dental Collection, Inc
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About Harrison

Learn Harrison’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Business
    40%
    Advise small businesses on reducing risk and resolving disputes of all kinds. Regularly draft, review, and enforce contracts. Experienced trial lawyer with a history of success litigating before both judges and juries.

  2. Litigation
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    Experienced trial lawyer with a history of success litigating before both judges and juries.

  3. Debt collection
    20%
    Wide range of experience pursuing payment of debts and past-due invoices, including pre-litigation negotiations, filing and prosecution of lawsuits, and assisting with post-judgment collections and remedies.

Harrison A. Lord is a trial lawyer and the founder and managing member of Lord Law Firm, PLLC. His practice focuses on helping small businesses reduce their risks and collect the money owed them, and representing these businesses in commercial litigation and disputes of all sorts. In addition to his business practice, Harrison regularly represents people involved in family disputes regarding wills, trusts, or estates.

Before founding the Lord Law Firm, Harrison was a trial lawyer with Bernhardt and Strawser, P.A. He began his career with James, McElroy & Diehl after a two-year clerkship to the Honorable Richard A. Elmore of the North Carolina Court of Appeals. He is active in the North Carolina Bar Association, and is a Past Chair of the Young Lawyers Division.  Harrison was also a member of the Charter Class of the North Carolina Bar Association Leadership Academy and the recipient of the 2010-2011 Charles F. Blanchard Outstanding Young Lawyer Award.  

Harrison grew up in Harnett County, North Carolina, before attending high school at the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics in Durham. He received his A.B. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he double majored in Classics and History. While in college, Harrison twice earned the Monogram Award as a member of the varsity fencing team, and was listed three times on the ACC Academic Honor Roll.

Harrison graduated with honors from the Washington University School of Law, where he received a Scholars in Law merit-based scholarship and served as Associate Editor for the Washington University Journal of Law and Policy.  At graduation, Harrison was awarded the Judge John W. Calhoun Trial Practice Award in recognition of his talent for and dedication to trial work.

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Lord Law Firm, PLLC
1057 East Morehead Street
Suite 120
Charlotte, NC, 28204
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Posted by Dana- Rise and Shine Dental Collection, Inc | December 16, 2015
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Very knowledgeable Attorney
I would recommend Mr Lord for any business services. Although I have not hired him as of yet, I most certainly will be. He spent time talking to me and explaining some things that other attorneys will not discuss until you have hired them. His initial advice was sound and professional. The review titles used for his other 5 star reviews are exactly what I would use to describe Mr. Lord.
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Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2015
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Will actually talk to you without taking your money first
I'm dealing with two issues with contractors. It's our first time having to go to court. We're not quite sure if our case should be in small claims or in district court and trying to find a lawyer which handles what we're dealing with has been trying. I'm sure there are plenty out there but you're going to have to pay $100 to $200 to find out if a lawyer is a fit for you in most cases. Everybody other than Harrison, only would say come in and pay our fee and we'll see if we can help you. Harrison asked us to type up the details of our issue. It was probably a good 2 or 3 page email. He read through it and called me. He spent 15 minutes on the phone advising to first go to small claims and if that didn't work out to file an appeal and how to do so. He is not the cheapest but gave a truthful answer as to why. It's not clear if we'll need his services before all this plays out. I don't usually write reviews unless I have a problem. However, in this realm it was refreshing have somebody care about doing the right thing without taking your money first and seeing if they can help you with what's right for them. Thank you Harrison. This is stressful having somebody like you take 10 minutes to listen and give us honest feedback helped a lot.
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Posted by GERALD | October 27, 2015
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LAWSUIT - SETTLEMENT
I HIRED HARRISON LORD, TO HANDLE A MATTER INVOLVING A REAL ESTATE COMMISSION OWED MY FIRM. I FOUND HIM TO BE ETHICAL AND FORTH -COMING IN ALL OUR DEALINGS. ALTHOUGH I WAS OFFERED A SETTLEMENT BY THE DEFENDANT, HARRISON ENCOURAGED ME TO RESIST THE TEMPTATION AND HOLD FOR A BETTER OFFER. WITHIN WEEKS HARRISON SETTLED THE MATTER FOR A CONSIDERABLY HIGHER AMOUNT. I AM PLEASED WITH THE FINAL RESULT AND HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIS SERVICES FOR ANY LEGAL DISPUTE THAT COMES YOUR WAY.
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Posted by Caroline | September 21, 2015
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Highly responsive, engaged, and caring
Harrison is always wonderful to work with. I had a fairly straightforward question for him, and rather than simply give me an easy answer, he took the time to make sure he understood the reason for my question to ensure there weren't any issues I hadn't considered. I really appreciated not just how quickly he responded, but how much it felt like he cared about me and my individual issue. I very much recommend him and will definitely consult him again with any future issues.
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Posted by anonymous | September 3, 2015
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Above and Beyond
Words can't express my gratitude toward Harrison. He is top notch! For an attorney to go that extra mile as Harrison did shows true professionalism, passion for the position and care for his clients. Harrisons legal advice was stellar! He was not all about getting hired and making the most money off my company, he was more concerned with teaching me how to handle our situation. THAT to me is class! I will most definitely be recommending him to anyone that asks me about a collections attorney. He is on my list for future collection needs for sure! THANKS Harrison!
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Posted by Brian | December 20, 2014
Highly recommended for collection
Harrison helped me with a very difficult collection case and provided excellent advice every step of the way. He knows the legal process inside and out and helped me to make well-informed decisions by discussing possible outcomes and consequences for each course of action. I can say nothing but good things about the services he provides and I wouldn't hesitate to ask him to represent me again.
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Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2014
Excellent. Very Clever, Strategic, always responsive.
Understood my problem intuitively. Came up with a strategy and kept me up to date every step of the way. He was very knowledgeable, aggressive, but still had a strong sense of not crossing the line that can become uncomfortable. I strongly recommend Harrison.
Posted by Isaac | June 27, 2012
Professional, knowledgeable, friendly, effective lawyer.
My wife and I had an issue where we were bamboozled into buying something we didn't really need or want. Harrison got a good result quickly and efficiently, and relieved our anxiety. He was very knowledgeable, answered all of our questions, and was extremely helpful. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing any sort of lawyer.
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Posted by Sean | April 8, 2010
Contractual Dispute
Working with Harrison Lord was exceptional is all aspects. The contract dispute we were having with our client seemed to drag on forever until we teamed with Harrison. His advice brought our situation to a close quickly and with the matter settled completely in our favor and without having to go to court. I full-heartedly recommend him for all such matters.
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Posted by Deborah | September 18, 2013
Legal Aid of NC/ Illegal Eviction
I was contacted by Mr. Lord due a call to Legal Aid Of NC, who referred him to call me. He was totally out of his league in answer to any of my questions and 'Guessed' as to what his ideas where. He actually said he wasn't sure when I asked a few questions and said he would have to talk to 'someone else'. I feel he should not even be voulunteering at NC Legal Aid on issues he's not familiar with. As a previous landlord myself, I knew the answers he was giving me was wrong, even as a layman. I will report him to NC Bar Association and hope he is never assigned to another Legal Aid issue he is not even familiar with. His attitude was very cocky and wanted to overtalk my issues. Beware if he is your 'assigned' attorney unless he is in knowledgable in the legal issues you are having.
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Response from Harrison Lord September 19, 2013
Deborah, I'm sorry you are unhappy with the pro bono service I provided you. I knew you were unhappy with my analysis at the time, which is why I promised to solicit a second opinion from the folks at Legal Aid (who deal with these issues full-time). I did so, and I understand that the Legal Aid attorneys agreed with my conclusions. I volunteer my time to help Legal Aid clients. This is the first time I have ever had a client respond with anything but gratitude. I note that I called you literally within minutes of receiving your file, and that we spoke only one time. I did my best to help you, but I would have been happy to have your case assigned to a Legal Aid lawyer or another volunteer if you had told me you were unsatisfied. Again, I am sorry that you disagree with my professional opinion. If you would like someone else to take a look at your case, I would still be happy to put you in touch with another Legal Aid lawyer or volunteer. Best, Harrison
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Cost

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  • Hourly Rates $ 350-350 per hour
  • Contingency 33%-33%
  • Retainer Sometimes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Founder
  • [ask LEGAL]
  • 2015 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Bernhardt and Strawser, P.A.
  • 2013 - Present
  • Attorney
  • James, McElroy & Diehl
  • 2008 - 2013
  • Contributing Editor
  • Eli Research
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Richard A. Elmore
  • North Carolina Court of Appeals
  • 2006 - 2008
  • Rule 13 Certified Intern
  • St. Louis County Public Defenders Office
  • 2006 - 2006
  • Summer Associate
  • Shipman & Goodwin
  • 2005 - 2005
  • Clerk
  • Brown & James, PC
  • 2004 - 2004
  • Intern
  • Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
  • 2004 - 2004
  • Service Representative
  • Western & Southern Financial Group
  • 2002 - 2003
  • Intern
  • North Carolina Attorney General's Office
  • 2000 - 2000
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Education

  • Washington University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor, with honors
  • 2006
  • University of North Carolina
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2002
  • North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
  • 1998

Associations

  • North Carolina Bar Association, 4All Task Force
  • Co-Chair, Charlotte Site
  • 2011 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Strategic Planning and Emerging Trends Committee
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Mecklenburg County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers Section
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • Mecklenburg County Bar
  • Member
  • 2008 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - Present
  • Tau Epsilon Phi
  • N/A
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Chair
  • 2015 - 2016
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Chair Elect
  • 2014 - 2015
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Secretary
  • 2013 - 2014
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Call 4ALL Task Force
  • Co-chair
  • 2012 - 2013
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • Division Director
  • 2011 - 2013
  • North Carolina Bar Association Leadership Academy
  • Inaugural Member
  • 2011 - 2011
  • American Agricultural Law Association
  • Member
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Wake County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2007 - 2008
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Newsletter Committee
  • Co-chair
  • 2007 - 2011
  • Washington University Journal of Law and Policy
  • Associate Editor
  • 2005 - 2006
  • Delta Theta Phi
  • Founding Member (Benton Senate)
  • 2005 - 2006
  • Washington University Journal of Law and Policy
  • Staff Editor
  • 2004 - 2005
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Varsity Fencing Team
  • Athlete
  • 1998 - 2002
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Legal Elite Business
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2017
  • Rising Star
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • 2017
  • Rising Star
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • 2016
  • Legal Elite Young Guns
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2016
  • Legal Elite Litigation
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2016
  • Legal Elite Litigation
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2015
  • Legal Elite Young Guns
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2015
  • Rising Star
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Legal Elite Young Guns
  • Business North Carolina
  • 2014
  • Rising Star
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Charles F. Blanchard Young Lawyer of the Year
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
  • 2011
  • Judge John W. Calhoun Trial Practice Award
  • Washington University School of Law
  • 2006
  • Scholars in Law Award
  • Washington University School of Law
  • 2003
  • AV Peer Review Rating
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • N/A
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Publications

  • Bankruptcy Law and Litigation Report
  • Insurance Claimants Beware: Consummation Of A Plan Can Shoot Down Your Appeal!
  • 2008
  • Bankruptcy Law and Litigation Report
  • Why You Need To Prove Tortious Conduct To Render Breach-Of-Contract Damages Nondischargeable
  • 2008
  • Construction Claims Monthly
  • BEWARE: OVERREACHING CLAIMS ESTIMATES CAN PUT YOU UNDER WITH FCA
  • 2007

Attorney endorsements

Received (8)
Given (5)
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Adam Altman
Litigation Attorney | May 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Harrison is an intelligent, hard-working, and courteous lawyer and also is a leader in in the legal community."
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Andrew Dickens
Unknown Attorney | Mar 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I am impressed with Mr. Lord's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
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Jason Haber
Unknown Attorney | Jul 06
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Edwin Hardy
Debt collection Attorney | Apr 09
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. He is proficient and reasonable."
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Justin Bice
Litigation Attorney | Nov 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Harrison is an outstanding attorney with an excellent reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession."
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Michael Waddington
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Harrison. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Melissa Brumback
Communications and media Attorney | Dec 17
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Harrison and I have served as co-Editors of the Advocate, the NCBA YLD newsletter. His leadership and communication skills are excellent."
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Blakely Lord
Litigation Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Family member
"Harrison is smart, capable, and hard working. He takes pride in his work and treats his clients with respect."
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Debra Foster
Estate planning
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Jason Haber
Unknown
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William Heroy
Criminal defense
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Melissa Brumback
Construction and development
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Blakely Lord
Litigation
Charlotte Business Lawyer Harrison A. Lord
Harrison A. Lord
Business Attorney
Charlotte, NC
Licensed for 16 years
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