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Avvo Rating9.9
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • Licensed for 16 years
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About Brent


Please note that contacting the Law Offices of Brent D. Harris to ask a question about a legal issue does not create an attorney client relationship. ALL of our clients execute a fee agreement with the Law Offices of Brent D. Harris, PLLC prior to beginning any sort of attorney client relationship. If you do not have a fee agreement with us, you are not our client. We offer legal advice and services only in the States of Arizona and Oregon, not in any other state and specifically not in Florida. Please do not include any confidential, time-sensitive, or personal information - if you need immediate legal assistance contact us or another attorney in your area and obtain legal representation immediately.

Practice areas

General practiceEstate planning
  1. Estate planning: 75%

    We provide estate planning, review and drafting. Never had an estate plan? We offer free consults regarding wills, trusts, powers of attorney, the use of deeds to avoid probate, etc. Have an old estate plan? We'll review it with you and revise it to keep up with changes in your family and legal developments.

    13 years

  2. General practice: 25%

    Brent D. Harris is a certified mediator and can assist with your ADR, mediation, negotiation and litigation needs.

    17 years

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Contact

PO Box 2913
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Law Offices of Brent D. Harris, PLLC

PO Box 2913
Flagstaff, AZ, 86003

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ORResigned201101/09/2021
AZActive 200411/28/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers610
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Mock Trial CoachPhi Alpha Delta NAU2006
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
MemberLaw Offices of Brent D. Harris, PLLC2010 - Present
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Big Brothers Big Sisters - FlagstaffBoard Member2011 - Present
Coconino County Bar AssociationPast President2010 - Present
Northern Arizona Rugby Football ClubBoard Member2004 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
American JailsJail Crowding: An Inevitability?2001
Honors ThesisBest Practices to Control Jail Overcrowding: A Survey of Arizona2000
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Arizona College of LawJuris Doctorate2004
University of ArizonaBachelor's2000
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
CCBA Ethics CLERepresenting the Client with Diminished Capacity2013
Rotary ClubCriminal Law Updates2010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
ASSAULTDismissal on all charges
DISORDERLY CONDUCTCase Dismissal
SUPER EXTREME DUIDismissal on all charges
DUIDismissal on all charges
ASSAULTDismissal with prejudice
FELONY DRUG POSSESSIONPlea to significantly reduced charges
DUI DRUGSDismissal on all charges
DUIDismiss DUI charges

Reviews

(13)
5 Star
92%
4 Star
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Review Brent Harris

Confident, Courteous, Knowledgeable and Professional

Posted by

Being charged in a criminal case is an extremely unnerving situation to find yourself in. Having no previous record, I had absolutely zero experience in how to handle the stresses of what comes with having a run in with the law. I personally knew Mr.Harris from playing rugby for the the Northern Arizona club and figured that he was the best person to turn to for seeking advice and services. I emailed Mr.Harris about my situation and he immediately scheduled a meeting with me to discuss my upcoming case and it proceedings. I was nervous at first, since I knew him on the rugby pitch he could have completely berated me and treated me like I was some sort of idiot for having got into trouble with the law. I was completely wrong to have been nervous because I walked into a very professional and sympathetic office with employees whom truly care about their clients. If you hire Brent he will be YOUR lawyer. He will inform you of what is the best plan of action and also what can happen if that plan of action fails. He is completely on top of the mounds of paperwork that comes with fighting a criminal case and will update you on each piece of paper that needs to be signed and submitted. Long story short, Brent fought for me and insured that neither of us had to go to Kingman to endure a trial and he got the case completely dismissed by the court and city attorney. If you're upfront and honest with Mr.Harris he will work with and for you in an excellent manner. **If you're thinking that you can represent yourself in any legal matter because you saw the Rock do it in a movie, don't be fooled by Hollywood. Lawyer Up! Hire Brent Harris.
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Excellent representation, communicative, and friendly.

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Brent Harris is an excellent choice for legal representation. He was great at explaining the legal process and what I should expect to happen in terms I could understand. He then went over all my options, told me what he recommended and why, and asked me how I would like to proceed. I was informed that it was unlikely my case would go to trial but he would gladly represent me if it came to that. He filed a motion on my behalf that resulted in my case being dropped. My only complaint is likely more with the legal system than Brent Harris. I would occasionally not hear from his office for weeks at a time, but whenever I called my questions were answered the same day. It turns out the legal system is far slower than I expected. I was always contacted when there was a new development in my case. Brent Harris's friendly demeanor, knowledge of the legal system, and experience make him an great choice for legal representation.

Excellent Defense

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Brent is an exceptional attorney (I am comparing his handling of my case with that of two other attorneys with whom I have worked in the past). He is tough when he needs to be but also one of the most compassionate people I have ever known. In a sense, Brent "gave me back my life" in a very stressful situation, allowing me to become functional and get on with daily living (and even enjoy it), while he worked to uncover and understand mitigating circumstances and resolve (through a deferred prosecution) the legal issues surrounding my arrest for assault. He helped me through the most difficult time of my life to date and I am grateful beyond words. More recently I have retained Brent's services again to help with my estate planning. In this very different situation I again see his natural tendency to focus on what is best for his client, even if it is not the most lucrative path for the attorney. He is honest, very forthright, and combines professionalism with a refreshing sense of humor. I would highly recommend Brent to friends, and I already have.

Estate Planning

Posted by

Mr. Harris met with me to update my Trust and Will. There had been a few changes since my trust was last updated 4 years ago. He went through the process very methodically and asked good questions. In a few weeks, I had updated documents and felt great that my son and his family would know exactly how to handle my accounts.

Estate Planning

Posted by

Brent is approachable, and he accommodates working peoples' hours. Estate planning does touch on sensitive issues, especially money and relationships, and he is comfortable and knowledgeable about family dynamics and how they enter the estate planning scenario. He also individualizes his estate planning, rather than utilizing a one size fits all approach. I recommend Brent Harris.

Honest Defesne Lawyer

Posted by

You often hear of the scumbag defense attorneys. Mr. Harris is not one of them. He will fight for you innocent or guilty. However he knows and lets you know, that if you are truly guilty there is only so much he can and will do. If you are guilty expect there to be punishment, Mr. Harris will try his best to make sure it does not destroy your life. As a client falsely accused of a crime Mr. Harris fought and the had the charges dismissed not because of some slimy trick but because he was honest, knowledgeable, and dedicated too his goal. I strongly recommend anyone in the area to speak with him regarding a case, he is honest and professional and will do his best to aid you.

Mr. Harris is a very capable attorney

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Mr. Harris is a very smart, honest and accomplished attorney. In addition he is instantly liked by everyone, with the possible exception of opposing attorneys. He dealt with a trust issue for me quickly and efficiently. I heartily recommend him for any legal matters that you might face.

Excellent

Posted by

I sent my sister to him for estate planning and he did an excellent job and charged a reasonable amount of money.

Estate Planning Lawyer

Posted by

I have used Mr Harris as my estate planning attorney for the past 2 years. He has offered a number of good suggestions regarding distribution of my assets through a trust and how to handle real estate transfers upon death. Very easy to work with and knowledgeable.

Very professional!!

Posted by

Mr. Harris was very informative about my situation. He explained in complete detail all my options and then discussed with me each pro and con. I'm a student at NAU and so he gave me a free consultation. NO other lawyer I called offered me that. Thank you Mr. Harris for making this unfortunate situation much better!!
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Attorney endorsements

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Tevis Reich, General practice Attorney on Feb 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have worked with Brent for many years and would endorse him as a competent practitioner within his areas of practice.

Stephen Schwartz, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 21, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I have consulted with Brent on numerous matters regarding many clients. His skill and knowledge in criminal and DUI law and practice is unparalleled. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to him.

Hovanes Margarian

I endorse this lawyer.

Shiloh Hoggard

Brent is well-known and respected in the northern Arizona legal community. I fully endorse him.

Kevin Crowley, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Harris is a skilled lawyer in several practice areas. I recommend his services for anyone in Northern Arizona.

Maxwell Mahoney

Mr. Harris is a very knowledgeable and competent attorney.

John Phillips

I endorse Attorney Harris. From seeing the time and effort he spends on AVVO, providing answers, for free, to the public, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos.

Jason Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Harris is an active contributor to Avvo legal questions and answers. He is very knowledgeable and has a sharp legal mind. I recommend and endorse Mr. Harris.

Kenneth Sheffield, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 13, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I have known Mr. Harris for quite some time, and have worked with him and against him on numerous matters. He is aggressive and knowledgeable and stands up for his client's rights.

Wendy Edwards, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Brian Furuya, General practice Attorney on Dec 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brent is dedicated, honorable and works hard for his clients.

Paul Knost, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Brent D. Harris, Esq. In reading some of his writings here on AVVO.com, it is clear to me that he knows what he is talking about. He takes the time to think about a person's situation and then he gives a real answer, unlike others who simply copy-and-paste some blurb about how the person should hire their "firm." I am refreshed to have found a good colleague up in the northern part of Arizona.

David Kephart, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 27, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I regularly send my northern Arizona referrals to Mr. Harris. I've only heard great things back from these referrals about Mr. Harris' quality representation.

Linda Wallace, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Brent Harris is a strong advocate for his clients with great knowledge and experience. He communicates complicated situations in an easy to understand manner. I would send members of my own family to him.

Scott Silva, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Harris is always there to help clients with complex legal questions and provides honest and accurate legal advice.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$225-$225/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card