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Stephen Clark Harkess
also known as Stephen Harkess
About Stephen
Biography
I am a general practice attorney and have represented clients at all levels of the state and federal courts in Colorado. I have handled jury trials dealing with claims involving as little as $2 and claims in excess of $2 million.
I specialize in consumer bankruptcy (Ch 7 and Ch 13) and family law. I offer a free initial consultation by phone or email for bankruptcy and family law matters.
I have been practicing law for over twenty years. I helped hundreds of people and have been successful in stopping garnishments, ending creditor harassment, removing second or third mortgages from houses, saving homes from foreclosure, and giving people the peace of mind and fresh start that the bankruptcy code was created to provide.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
26 years
Mediation
20%
19 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
20 years
Criminal Defense
10%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 6 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 26 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 11 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
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Stephen Clark Harkess's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 33 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jeffrey | July 8, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Behind on child support?bullied the rest of your life
I had a question about child support rears and liens and in less than 6 hours I got my answer that satisfied my mind and it guided me in the direction for me to proceed thank you Mr Steven Clark.
Posted by Brianna | January 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommended
My credit score was in the low 500’s before I found JerryLink Credit Group. They were able to remove the negative items (Judgment, collections, inquiries, card debt) that were dragging me down and allowed me to purchase a new car for my family with a score over 800 in just a week! I think Mr. Jerry a...
Posted by Rick | January 29, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Involved In The Community. Helpful
Alan took the time to help me understand how to pursue my legal objectives. Please support lawyers who have the willingness to help without compensation.
Posted by Gibson | May 17, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Top Notch !!!!!!!
Mr. Harness is a top notch professional, very knowledgeable and a winner most of all.
Posted by anonymous | May 3, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Knowledgeable and Professional
A+ Gave a great and speedy reply to a question I had about LLC's. The answer was very helpful, on point and addressed my exact concerns.
Stephen Clark Harkess's Lawyer Endorsements
"Having read many (and learned from some) of his answers on Avvo, I can see this is an attorney who gets it."
"I have read many answers on avvo from Attorney Harkess. His answers are always thorough and spot on. I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephen has been an asset to the Colorado legal community for years. He knows what he's talking about and has never been hesitant to teach and share, as you can see from his many responses to questions posted here."
"I endorse and recommend Attorney Harkess."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harkess provides excellent guidance in the law in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Why? I endorse this lawyer. Why? If all attorneys providing answers on AVVO took the time to completely try and answer a question in detail showing like Mr. Harkess does, their knowledge, accurate and complete and thorough advice, then AVVO would have the cream of the crop. Look at some of his answers to questions and you can see why John is entitled to such a great endorsement. Great job and appreciated by a peer in another state (Washington State) but who has seen many of his over 18,000 answers on AVVO. I highly recommend this attorney for any bankruptcy-related work."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from his interactions with the public that he is an outstanding attorney. He answers questions with depth, concern, knowledge and passionate. Those are all qualities that make for an exceptional attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is nice to have someone who understands multiple areas of the law like Mr. Harkess. I would recommend that you speak to him if you are considering a divorce and have substantial bills in the marriage. If bankruptcy is on the horizon, you should discuss a strategy with Mr. Harkess about whether it would be best to file bankruptcy before or after a divorce. It is nice that Mr. Harkess offers free initial consultations."
"It has been an oversight not to endorse Mr. Harkess before now. His Avvo answers are consistently accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen's answers on this form reveals he is a highly capable attorney with extensive knowledge of criminal defense. law."
"Simply said Attorney Stephen C. Harkess, Esq., is one of America's Top Lawyers. No matter what your problem is, he has a solution. Fix your problem - Call him. I endorse him!"
"I endorse this attorney, who generously gives time to the AVVO community and provides solid legal advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harkess has a command of the law. Diligently works for the best interests of his clients."
"Mr. Harkess is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."
"I endorse Attorney Harkess. His answers to posted questions from Avvo users are thoughtful, well-reasoned and to the point."
"I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Stephen among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Harkess is a major contributor to the legal advice given on the Avvo site. His answers are always spot on, giving sound legal advice to countless people in need of help. Definitely an asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I not only endorse this lawyer. I give this lawyer 5 stars!"
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy for Bankruptcy Attorneys
2012
Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2007 - 2009
Contract Attorney, Law Office of Michael P. Medved, PC
2006 - 2017
Managing Partner, Colorado Legal Solutions
2002 - 2006
Attorney, Stephen C Harkess, Attorney at Law
2000 - 2002
Associate, Fowler, Schimberg & Flanagan P.C.
1998 - 2000
Judicial Law Clerk, Arapahoe County District Court
1997 - 1998
Pro Se Resource Center Coordinator, Arapahoe County District Court
Associations
2009 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2012 - 2014
National Crime Victim Bar AssociationMember
1998 - 1999
Phi Delta PhiSecretary
1998 - 1998
Preventive Law Reporter, University of DenverMember
Education
1999
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Colorado - Boulder
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Real Estate Radio Denver
Debt, Bankruptcy and Credit - Regular Guest
Languages
English
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