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Richard A. Harris
 I originally hail from New York City, but have made Colorado my home for the past 17 years. I received my Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Southern California and my Juris Doctor degree from the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver.
My passion for superior representation in the practice of divorce and child custody law is the driving force behind The Harris Law Firm. I have been recognized by my peers in the legal community on numerous occasions, and frequently speak on family law issues. Committed to the idea that clients should be as informed as possible about their legal rights, I am the author of numerous, published articles about family law that include “Forging through the Legislative Labyrinth; an Overview of Colorado’s Postsecondary Education Statute", "Grandparent’s Rights After the Supreme Court Decision in Troxel", and most recently a piece about moving out of the marital home for Colorado’s “Divorce in Denver” magazine entitled “Moving Out.” I am also a substantial contributor to the newly published ABA publication, "FAQs About Divorce: A Client Manual". Recent lecture topics include: "Business Valuations in Colorado Divorce”, “Grandparent and Third Party Visitation Rights”, “Preventing Child Abductions”, and “Summary of Colorado Child Custody and Support”.
I have been awarded the highest “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and I am a Fellow of the Colorado Bar Association, and an active member of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association and the National Association of Counsel for Children.
Community participation and volunteering my time are important aspects of I am as a lawyer and as a human being. I am regularly involved in numerous professional and community associations including The Adoption Exchange, the Denver Bar Association, the Family Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association, and Rotary International. Furthermore, I serve on the boards of Metro Volunteer Lawyers, the Colorado Lawyers Committee, and AIPAC.
I also encourage the attorneys and staff at The Harris Law Firm to participate in the many events the firm supports in tandem with local charitable organizations. This year we have joined forces with The Horse Protection League, Law Line 9, Mi Casa, The Family Tree, The Denver Rescue Mission, The Denver Bar Association's School Supply Drive, Food Bank of the Rockies, The Denver Polo Classic, and The Max Fund.
Assisting families and children gets me up in the morning and this passion governs my personal and professional life. I am married with three young children and enjoy coaching youth sports, golfing, and traveling with my family.
Awards
Denver Business Journal – 40 Under 40
For the past ten years, The Denver Business Journal has included a special section called 40 Under 40 to recognize a diverse group of young, dynamic business leaders whose efforts in the office and in the community are shaping the future of Denver.
In 2006, Rich Harris was chosen to be one of Denver's 40 Under 40 based on three criteria of equal importance:
1. Business Leadership
2. Recognition of Accomplishments
3. Community Involvement
Colorado Super Lawyer Award
Colorado's lawyers who have been in practice for at least five years are nominated for this honor by other attorneys. Those who receive the highest number of points from each practice area are invited to serve on the selection panel. Rich Harris was selected as one of Colorado Super Lawyers for Family Law for 2006 and 2007. Super Lawyers are considered leading attorneys in the area of law in which they practice, and are selected via a survey of the state's top lawyers by Law & Politics Magazine.
Congratulations to Rich Harris!
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