$ 350-450 per hour
Shane L Harward
About Shane
Biography
Attorneys are called advocates and counselors. When you or your loved one has suffered a serious personal injury or wrongful death due to the negligence of another, you need a personal injury attorney who can competently fill both roles. Attorney Shane L. Harward is a down-to-earth personal injury and insurance bad faith attorney who strives to ensure that his clients are treated fairly and are awarded the money damages and benefits that they deserve.
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Being a lawyer is about serving justice. That's not only our greatest calling, it's our only calling. - Ellis Ruben, American Lawyer
Integrity, tenacity, determination, and the pursuit of perfection best describes Attorney Shane L. Harward's approach to both work and play. Mr. Harward received his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Brigham Young University with dual minors in Mathematics and Russian. He successfully completed military training as a Russian Interrogator (more like James Bond than Austin Powers). Then, onto law school at Arizona State University, where his diverse achievements included an Academic Scholarship, Honors in Legal Writing, and winning the three-point as well as the free-throw basketball shooting competitions. Mr. Harward demonstrates a constant willingness to devote himself with enthusiasm and focus to reaching his goals and in the representation of his clients.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Brain Injury
20%
30 years
Car Accident
20%
30 years
Insurance
20%
30 years
Personal Injury
20%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-45%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Arizona for 30 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Shane Harward
9375 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 100, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
Law Offices Of Shane L Harward, PLC
Post Office Box 12877, Scottsdale, AZ, 85267
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Shane L Harward's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 28 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Pat | October 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly recommend
To start, we’d like to say that this was the first time we needed an attorney and we didn’t realize all that goes into the process. Shane was very helpful guiding us through the required paperwork and offered suggestions on what we could do to make our case beneficial and fair for all involved. We di...
Posted by anonymous | November 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Happy clients
Shane is great with step by step communication and was very experienced. We are very happy with the results of our settlement and are grateful the Shane covered all of the bases to protect us during the process. I would recommend Shane as an attorney for a vehicle/injury.
Posted by Lisa | May 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommended Attorney
Shane did an amazing job with our case, I highly recommend him if you are looking for an attorney who specializes in car accidents, personal injury and wrongful death.
Posted by Melissa | September 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Harward Helps Client When Insurance Company Fails
Harward is an excellent and highly skillful attorney. His personal injury expertise, experience and attention to detail was exceptional. He clearly explained every step and possible next step in my case. He was available to answer my questions or concerns promptly via text, email or call. His work ma...
Posted by Howard | November 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He’s the Best at What He Does
When Shane first toook my case he was honest and upfront with his fees and more importantly what I could expect during the lawsuit process. Every step was anticipated and I never went into a deposition, interview, or medical exam unprepared. He explained in very clear terms what to expect and the tim...
Shane L Harward's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shane is an exceptional attorney who goes out of his way to provide the best representation for those in need of an attorney on matters involving serious bodily injury, wrongful death and insurance bad faith. He has handled several high profile such cases and has litigated them to successful conclusions. It is my honor to wholeheartedly endorse Shane Harward as an attorney."
"I endorse Shane. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I know Shane very well and he is an excellent attorney. Without hesitation, I would recommend him to family and friends, and if I need a lawyer, I would call him myself."
"Shane is very aggressive and passionate about what he does. Not only has he gained the reputation of excellence for that, but he also places his clients first amongst anything else. He is very extensive when it comes to caring for those who put their trust in him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Shane to be diligent, trustworthy and very knowledgable and would not hesitate to have him handle my personal injury case."
"Mr. Harward is a fine attorney. In my opinion, he is competent & highly ethical. He works hard to represent his clients' interests & protect their rights. Indeed, he is a "bulldog" who doesn't give up easily. I recommend him without reservation. The highest endorsement I can give him is that I would not hesitate to have him represent my loved ones or myself."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Top 10 Insurance Bad Faith Trial Lawyers in Arizona, The National Trial Lawyers Association
2022
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2022
AV Preeminent - highest level of professional excellence., Martindale-Hubbell®
2021
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2021
10 Best Attorneys for Arizona, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2021
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attoney, Best of the Best Attorneys
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Arizona, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Personal Injury Law Elite Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates
2019
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Top 100 Litigation Lawyers Arizona, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for Arizona, National Academy of Jurisprudence
2018
10 Best High Verdict & Settlement Winners for Arizona, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Selected as one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Arizona, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2017
Selected as one of the Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Arizona, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
One of the Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for Arizona, National Academy of Jurisprudence
2017
Personal Injury 10 Best Attorney Selection for Arizona, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2017
Silver Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2016
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Nominated as one of the 10 Best Attorneys for Arizona, American Institute of Personal Injury Lawyers
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 1%, American Registry
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Selected Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings
2016
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2015
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Selected one of Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Arizona, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
10 Best Attorneys for Arizona Nomination, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Selected Top 100 Litigation Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Selected Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Invited to be Lifetime Charter Member, Rue Ratings Best Attorneys of America
2013
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2011
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2011
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2010
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2010
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2009
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
A Rating, Better Business Bureau
2008
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Law Firm Rank #9 for Law Firms with less than 25 attorneys, Arizona Business Magazine
2005
Law Firm Rank #6 for Law Firms with less than 25 attorneys, Arizona Business Magazine
1997
Law Firm of the Month, Volunteer Legal Services Project
1992
Honors in Legal Methods and Writing, Arizona State University College of Law
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Shareholder, Law Offices Of Shane L Harward PLC
1996 - Present
Attorney, Arizona Senior Citizens Law Project
2004 - 2008
Judge Pro Tempore, Maricopa County Superior Court
1995 - 2006
Shareholder, Anderson Hurwitz And Harward
1994 - 1994
Clerk, Maricopa County Superior Court
1993 - 1995
Clerk, West Publishing (Westlaw)
Associations
2011 - Present
Scottsdale Chamber of CommerceMember
2008 - Present
Better Business BureauAccedited Business
2000 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Arizona Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Arizona State BarMember
1995 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2012
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember - Top 100 Trial Lawyers
2011 - 2012
United PolicyholdersPlatinum Sponsor
1999 - 2001
Arizona State Bar Association(Criminal Justice Section)Member
1995 - 1999
Arizona State Bar Association(Tax Section )Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Armendarez v. Progressive Insurance Company
Confidential Settlement Reached.
Laux v. Nationwide Insurance Company / Allied Insurance
$106k and $163k
Glass v. Progressive Insurance Company
Settlement ~$120,000.00
Ritthaler v. IDS Property & Casualty
Settlement
Rodriguez v. Progressive Insurance Company
Confidential Settlement
Education
2004
The Mediation Agency
Certified Mediator
1995
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Brigham Young University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1990
United States Army Intelligence Center
1988
Defense Language Institute
Speaking Engagements
2003
Allstate Claims Handling Colossus
Colossus
Publications
2011
Az Legal Center
Nationwide Is "Not" On Your Side
2004
Az Injury Center
The Truth About
Languages
Russian