Brendan P Harris

Brendan P Harris

also known as Harris Law Center

2.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Springfield, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody ... +3 more

231 S 6th St, Springfield, IL

About Brendan

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 19 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Harris Law Center

231 S 6th St, Springfield, IL, 62701-1564

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Brendan P Harris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

2.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (1)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Not good at all

Talked like a wreck. Dressed like a wreck. Was incredibly late for court. Was incredibly rude to both parties. Pretty much just a very bad actor

Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Works hard, lots of experience

Worked hard on my divorce case with kids. Does things in a calculated way and very good at negotiating with other parties.

Posted by Christine | November 29, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professionally Lacking

He told me on the phone what legal means would be required and the cost with which I agreed. When I talked with him again, he said he wanted to consult with an associate for a possible short cut. The next time I talked with him on a Monday, he said that if I didn't hear from him by Wednesday, to... call him. I called his office and cell phones emphasizing that we really needed his legal help and he never returned my calls. He effectively wasted approximately two weeks of valuable time in the pressing legal matter we discussed. I know myself and the other involved party were very anxious in getting things in process. If he was not able to help, he could be professional and courteous and come right out and say it. I would respect that; instead I have a very bad impression of him.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Would NOT recommend

Took weeks sometimes to return phone calls, never answered many of the questions I had, delayed getting divorce finalized while I and my ex were amicable and ended up costing me thousands more than it should have. I asked many times for him to demand my ex prove things he was claiming on financial af...fidavits but he never asked for proof. I provided proof my ex was lying but nothing was done. I had proof my ex was working more than he reported but nothing was done. I had never had an atty before and was too naive to fire him as soon as I should have. I finally wised up and fired him but not until lots of damage financially and emotionally was done.

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Michael Ebner

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

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"Brendan is an excellent attorney who brings knowledge, wisdom and experience to the criminal defense process for his clients. I highly recommend him as he is that rare professional who both knows the substance and procedure and has the unique skill to communicate it effectively to both his clients and other lawyers."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2006

Certificate in Trial Advocacy, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

2006

Certificate in Child and Family Law, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

2006

Pro Bono Recognition Award, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

2006

2nd-place: IADR National Law School Mediation Competition, Loyola University Chicago School of Law National Mediation Team

Work Experience

2007 - 2009

Volunteer Attorney, Cabrini Green Legal Aid Center

2005 - 2006

Extern, Law Clerk: Felony Trial Division and Homicide Task Force, Cook County Public Defender's Office

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk, Illinois Attorney General's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Judicial Evaluation Committee

2007 - 2010

Illinois State Bar Association, Child Law Section

CLE Planning & Cable TV Programming Committee Chair

Education

2006

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

J.D.

2000

University of Wisconsin-Madison

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2013

Illinois State Bar Association

DUI, Traffic and Secretary of State-Related Issues

Languages

English

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