Kevin R Harper

Kevin R Harper

also known as Kevin Harper

4.3
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 27 years

Real estate Lawyer at Gilbert, AZ
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Employment & Labor

50 W. Vaughn Ave., Suite 204, Gilbert, AZ

About Kevin

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 26 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 27 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Harper Law PLC

50 W. Vaughn Ave., Suite 204, Gilbert, AZ, 85234

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Kevin R Harper's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Posted by Earlene | March 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Joint tenancy with rights of survivorship

I hired Kevin to represent me in a very elongated situation, whereby, I was divorced but I was a joint tenancy owner with rights of survivorship on my house. Needless to say, there was a battle between my ex and I regarding the sale of the house. There was not much in terms of case law regarding join...t tenancy with rights of survivorship, however through Kevin’s diligence and persistence, we won my case. I would highly recommend hiring Kevin. He was very professional and kept me abreast of each facet on my case. Kudos, Kevin for a job well done.

Posted by Bryan | December 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Commercial Realestate

I had a realtor try to sue me for a commission that she thought was due to her. I own a few commercial properties and Linda’s loser lawyer tried to become a pain in my ass so I would just pay them to go away . But Kevin kicked there Ass ! I know there is never a guaranteed out come with what you hear... on the news about law suits but I was willing to fight it out of principle . We offered this realtor 17,000 dollars to go hide under a rock . And she refused the money and lost on a Summary judgement . And had to pay me $25,000k . Kevin filed the judgment with the county and couple years later she couldn’t sell her house without paying me . There are times I would call Kevin on other matters and he would tell me I shouldn’t sue because I signed the contract even though I thought I was right . So I didn’t . He could have said yeah sue them and take my retainer but he didn’t .

Posted by Leslie | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HOA False Allegations. Animals Involved

It was very difficult for me to post this due to Avvo vetting. Mr. Harper, a talented attorney, seemed like he wasn't going to do anything after I put money down and signed the contract. I am a paralegal with over 15 years of experience. I produced 180 professional level exhibits and did legal resea...rch after my neighbor did not want animals next door. I had everything approved and have an excellent reputation for cleanliness over a period of many years. I had to call and confront Mr. Harper because an Answer was not filed. He blamed a computer glitch. I have no choice but to accept that. I was very busy working on a Master's and working. Suddenly I realized a couple weeks before the hearing I had not heard anything. I confronted his office. His paralegal tried to back out of the case at the last minute. He then filed a competent pleading, however, it was deemed much too late and the Court rejected it. He showed up at the hearing and presented one exhibit (more than likely he would have been in trouble if he didn't show.) I am not even sure if that one exhibit was admitted properly. He has no empathy whatsover for the fact that my hands are tied. If I have an attorney, the attorney has to do the presentation, unless I want to cause a big scene before the Court. These HOA cases have become very rough and difficult due to legislation. He could not stomach the challenge. I think he is typical of the Bar here in Arizona. Now that I confronted him and took action I may not have the basis for a Bar complaint, but for malpractice, which will require more down on a malpractice attorney, another suit, etc.

Kevin Harper

Replied last October 11, 2017

I recognize that in every case at least one party is disappointed in the outcome and may wish to blame his or her attorney, but in this case the complaints have absolutely no connection with reality. This case involved an HOA suing this client, and the outcome at trial was actually favorable to this client. First, it should be noted that I was hired to replace a previous lawyer, and based on some of the complaints I can only assume some lapse in memory as to who did what. For example, there was never any call about an Answer not being filed, and there was never any blaming anything on a computer glitch. To the best of my recollection, my office has never suffered a computer glitch, and in this case we actually filed an Answer within two weeks of being retained, and just days after the prior lawyer withdrew from the case. It is also not true that my paralegal tried to back out of the case at the last minute. I can't even begin to imagine what this refers to because there was no paralegal working on this case, which I handled personally, and there was never any effort to back out of the case at any time. As for the outcome of the trial, it is also not true that I "showed up at the hearing and presented one exhibit." The truth is that I traveled to Tucson and met with this client the night before the hearing for a couple of hours, at which time we reviewed our numerous exhibits, and at which time she could see and commented on how well prepared we were. Notably, because I empathized for her financial situation, this client was not billed for almost 10 hours of travel time and hotel bills. The next day at trial in southern Arizona ten exhibits were marked into evidence (the Court's Minute Entry confirms proper admission of the exhibits) and this client actually prevailed on the primary issue in the Complaint that had been filed against her. She was upset that the judge also found in part that she had violated the the HOA's rules. This client is actually a very nice person and I wish her the very best.

Posted by Jerry | August 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Manufacturing Rep Contract Dispute

Kevin was my attorney on a very difficult contract dispute with a company I represented in Arizona. Since the company wrote the contract terms it was based on Arizona law and I needed to hire an Arizona attorney. I live in the Northeast so I had no one in Arizona to help me. I am extremely grateful t...hat I was so fortunate to find Attorney Harper. Our civil case started in Federal Superior Court in Arizona and dragged on for five years because of delaying tactics by the other side. Kevin was finally able to break the logjam by getting the other side to agree to move our case to arbitration. We reached a very satisfactory settlement last year within 3 months of the time that both parties approved arbitration. Kevin was pure gold to deal with for the entire 5 years. He always responded promptly to any of my phone calls and emails, which were frequent. I highly recommend Attorney Kevin Harper. I can't imagine that anyone could have done a better job on my case than he did.

Posted by Karyne | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

By far has the best interest of the client.

I was referred to Harper Law regarding an unfortunate employment layoff, His staff returned my calls with in a hour or sooner, Very courteous and professional. I was able to complete all paperwork and payment via phone, internet. Kevin is aggressive, professional and will represent each client wi...th confidence. I will continue to refer his practice. With out his expertise, I would have not received the severance from a long term employer get my family by while searching for another job,

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Michael Stubben

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kevin as a highly qualified and experienced attorney. Kevin completed work on a contract matter for me. Kevin's work was timely, professional, and the work product exceeded my expectations."

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DeShon Pullen

Commercial real estate lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I had a matter several years ago against Kevin Harper and was very impressed by his agressive representation and knowledgable advocacy. I have continued to follow his very successful practice and continue to be impressed with his strength as an advocate and his dedication to his clients."

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Derek Jacques

Real estate lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Harper is a very talented attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need."

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David Szostek

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Contracts and agreements lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 20

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"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An outstanding and well respected attorney in the legal community. I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone needing legal representation."

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Jason Smith

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 06

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"Mr. Harper is an active contributor to Avvo. He is knowledgeable and has a sharp legal mind. I recommend and endorse Mr. Harper."

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Fareesh Sarangi

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Harper gives sound, thoughtful, and practical legal advice. After reading scores of his responses to Avvo questions, I have a high level of confidence in his abilities and would refer clients to him without hesitation."

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Mark Caruso

Real estate lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kevin Harper. Mr. Harper is rated as one of the best real estate lawyers in Arizona."

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Jayson Lutzky

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 21

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shawn Alexander

Real estate lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer Mr. Harper knowledge and skill make him a valuable asset and advocate to any client in need."

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C. Abbott

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Harper for his zealous advocacy on behalf of his clients."

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Alena Shautsova

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 16

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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Kyle Bristow

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

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"I endorse this lawyer based upon his years of practicing law."

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Ronald Burdge

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer - he has the endorsement of other attorneys who know him well and his answers to questions published at Avvo.com show he knows contract law and real estate law extremely well. If that is your problem, then he is your answer and I recommend him to you."

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Rex Christensen

Real estate lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Kevin on many cases over the years. He knows Arizona real estate law extremely well, is easy to work with, and is always looking for creative ways to help his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2011

Best Real Estate Law Firm, Arizona Foothills Magazine

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Harper Law PLC

2004 - 2004

Attorney, Combs Law Group, PC

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Mann, Berens & Wisner

2000 - 2003

Attorney, Bryan Cave

1999 - 2000

Attorney, Evans Keane LLP

1998 - 1999

Attorney, Munger Chadwick

Associations

1999 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jason Baca v. Corina Medina

Title to property successfully quieted in favor of client at trial and then confirmed on appeal.

Baker v. Dolphin Beach Rental & Management, LLC

After appeal and remand to trial court, the case was settled.

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Education

1998

University of Arizona College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Boise State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

Real Estate Matters Radio Show

Real Estate Law Q & A

2009

Real Estate Matters Radio Show

Real Estate Law Q & A

Publications

Languages

Portuguese

Activity

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