Robert Harris, Member of Harris Law Firm
Professional Experience
I’ve prosecuted and defended many criminal cases. From DUII to Measure 11 cases.
Professional Experience
I’ve prosecuted and defended many criminal cases. From DUII to Measure 11 cases. I’ve also represented many businesses and individuals in real estate, business, personal injury and estate planning. I personally founded and operated a Construction business and this Law Firm. This varied background gives me a unique perspective on representing individuals and businesses.
Outside Activities
I believe community service is a duty for people who have the time and energy. I currently serve on the Hillsboro School Board Bond review committee where I can contribute my knowledge about constructing and financing to better our schools. I am Vice Chair of the Hillsboro Library Foundation, which is committed to supporting literacy and libraries, and which raised one million dollars recently to help fund the new Hillsboro main library. I'm a former member of the Washington County Juvenile Crime Prevention Committee, the Hillsboro Libarary Board (including two years as its chairperson), Commissioner for the Washigton County Commission on Children and Families, and Board member of the Clark County Washington Head Start.
How I Serve My Clients
I like to solve problems and to achieve results. I will review the issue that brought you into my office, analyze all aspects of that issue and develop a plan of action assessing your risks or opportunities. My background in virtually all areas of the law and my business background in owning and operating non-legal businesses, give me a unique perspective that I use to my clients benefit.
Experience
Harris Law Firm, (Hillsboro, Tigard, Portland, OR)
President, 1989 - present
Founded Harris Law firm as 2 attorney firm. Harris Law Firm has grown to a multi office regional law firm located in the Portland Oregon area, serving client with all their legal needs.
City of Hillsboro, (Hillsboro, OR)
Municipal Court Judge, 1989 - 1999
Washington County District Attorney Offices, (Hillsboro, OR)
Assistant District Attorney, 1987 - 1989
Prosecuted misdemeanors, including DUII's, advanced to supervisor of all misdemeanor prosecutions in the county. Advanced to prosecuting major felonies, including drug charges.
Landerholm Law Firm, (Vancouver, OR)
Associate Attorney, 1985 - 1987
Represented small to large businesses in organizations and transactions.
Education
University Of Washington, (Seattle, WA)
B.A., Urban PLanning 1982
Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College, (Portland, OR)
J.D., Law 1986
