James Harris
Davie,FL
Summary
Tenacious and confident attorney with proven history as a Senior Assistant Statewide Prosecutor, Assistant State Attorney and Lead Prosecutor, skilled as a savvy negotiator, creative problem solving, trial preparation, development of trial exhibits, and organization of trial discovery documentation.
Proven track record of handling complex criminal cases with focus on thorough legal research and precise litigation. A reliable team player, consistently adaptable to dynamic legal environments, with strong analytical and communication skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Assistant Statewide Prosecutor
Office of the Attorney General of Florida
06.2020 - Current
- Legal Advisor for the Twenty-Second Statewide Grand Jury.
- Represented the State of Florida in the criminal prosecution of serious felonies, not limited to Racketeering, Drug Trafficking and Fraud.
- Negotiated plea agreements in appropriate circumstances, balancing the interests of justice with efficient case resolution.
- Conducted legal research to stay abreast of evolving case law relevant to ongoing prosecutions or potential appeals.
- Promoted public safety by prosecuting violent offenders and seeking appropriate sentencing measures to deter future criminal activity.
- Enhanced inter-agency collaboration by fostering strong relationships with law enforcement, expert witnesses, and partner organizations.
- Secured convictions in complex cases through thorough preparation, compelling arguments, and strategic use of evidentiary materials.
Asst. Attorney General-Children's Legal Services
Office of the Attorney General Florida
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Represented the State of Florida as a lead trial attorney in dependency and termination of parental rights cases in Broward County, FL.
- Researched and interpreted laws in connection with litigation in cases involving the abuse, abandonment or neglect of children.
Attorney/Document Review
UnitedLex Corp.
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Conducted E-Discovery review of various documents in connection with pending litigation.
- Reviewed various documents to determine whether they should be disclosed to opposing counsel, whether any privileges existed for the client, and created privilege logs if applicable.
Team Lead/Attorney
Beacon Hill Staffing Group
12.2015 - 08.2017
- Supervised the E-Discovery review of various documents by the Ft. Lauderdale office, consisting of thirty plus attorneys/law school graduates, in connection with an anti-trust lawsuit.
- Reviewed various documents to determine whether they should be disclosed to opposing counsel or the Department of Justice, whether any privileges existed for the client, and created privilege logs if applicable.
Associate Attorney
Cole, Scott & Kissane, PA
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Defended breach of contract claims seeking PIP benefits with thorough review of claims files to accurately assess legal issues the client was facing.
- Researched and conducted discovery to build effective defense theories for client.
Private Practice Attorney
Law Office of James R. Harris, PA
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Litigation Attorney specializing in domestic violence, juvenile delinquency, and breach of contract for criminal and civil matters.
Associate Attorney
Hyman & Lewis, PLLC
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Provided representation for financial institutions for commercial loan litigation including review and drafting of promissory notes, mortgages, and other financial loan documents; argued motions in state and federal courts
Associate Attorney
McCalla Raymer, LLC
04.2012 - 06.2014
- Litigated commercial loan default for financial institutions; argued motions in state court and mediated settlements for clients.
Assistant State Attorney
State Attorney’s Office
06.2004 - 03.2012
- Lead Prosecutor, Special Unit Prosecutor and Supervisor with oversight of litigation for first degree felonies and juvenile sexual offenses.
- Interviewed witnesses, took depositions, and selected juries in criminal cases; argued against motions to suppress, dismiss, and to mitigate sentences.
Education
Juris Doctor -
Florida State University College of Law
Tallahassee, FL05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Criminology & Psychology
Florida State University College of Law
Tallahassee, FL04.2000
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Broward Community College
Broward County, FL06-1998
Timeline
Sr. Assistant Statewide Prosecutor
Office of the Attorney General of Florida
06.2020 - Current
Asst. Attorney General-Children's Legal Services
Office of the Attorney General Florida
11.2017 - 06.2020
Attorney/Document Review
UnitedLex Corp.
09.2017 - 11.2017
Team Lead/Attorney
Beacon Hill Staffing Group
12.2015 - 08.2017
Associate Attorney
Cole, Scott & Kissane, PA
12.2014 - 08.2015
Private Practice Attorney
Law Office of James R. Harris, PA
09.2014 - 12.2014
Associate Attorney
Hyman & Lewis, PLLC
06.2014 - 09.2014
Associate Attorney
McCalla Raymer, LLC
04.2012 - 06.2014
Assistant State Attorney
State Attorney’s Office
06.2004 - 03.2012
Juris Doctor -
Florida State University College of Law
Bachelor of Science - Criminology & Psychology
Florida State University College of Law
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Broward Community College
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