jonathan harris

As a partner of Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, Jonathan Harris brings both a strong work ethic and the vital experience of working on both sides of the docket to each of his cases. He enjoys using sophisticated technology to make strong legal arguments in court, and his impressive legal record tells the story of his success. He is board certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Jonathan S. Harris Attorney

Partner

Jonathan Harris’s experience as a former defense attorney to insurance companies and large corporations gives him a unique perspective and the ability to build strong cases when taking on these entities on behalf of injured clients.

  • Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law – Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • Texas Trucking Accidents – Plaintiff
  • Houston Motorcycle Accidents – Plaintiff
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents — Plaintiff
  • Premises Liability — Plaintiff
  • Property Damage — Plaintiff
  • Railroad Accidents — Plaintiff
  • Slip and Fall — Plaintiff
  • Wrongful Death — Plaintiff
  • Products Liability Law
  • Professional Malpractice Law
  • Bad Faith
  • Insurance Subrogation
  • Insurance Malpractice
  • Jones Act
  • Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act
  • Maintenance and Cure
  • General Maritime Law
  • DOHSA – Death on the High Seas Act
  • Maritime Piracy
  • Public Vessel Act
  • Suits in Admiralty
  • Merchant Mariners Act
  • Admiralty Extension Act
  • OSCLA – Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act
  • Military Sealift Command
  • FELA Claims – Plaintiff
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Houston Bar Association
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Houston Trial Lawyers Association
  • Texas Trial Lawyers Association
  • The Association of Trial Lawyers of America
  • TACTAS – Texas Association of Civil Trial and Appellate Specialists, group which only accepts Board Certified Specialists
  • South Texas College of Law, Houston, TX, J.D.
  • University of Texas, Austin, Texas, B.A. Major Finance
  • Texas, 1996
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas, 1997
  • Texas Super Lawyers – Rising Stars 2007-2010
  • Texas Super Lawyers – 2011

100% of practice devoted to litigation

  • Bernsen, Jamail, & Goodson, LLP, Associate, 1996 – 1999

Companies We’ve Taken On And Won

They handled my maritime case fast and effectively

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Mr. Shaffer was great, he handled my maritime case fast and effectively. They ensured I received the medical treatment and care that I needed and his team always made me feel at ease. I would hands down recommend Mr. Shaffer and his team to anyone looking for a trustworthy lawyer.
John R.
Case Type: Maritime Law

They were very thorough, available, and prompt

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Laura De La Cruz and Matt Shaffer had expert knowledge of maritime law and plenty of experience dealing with the maritime industry. They were very thorough and always available and prompt in answering any of my questions and concerns. My experience was nothing short of great!!! Thanks again!
Richard W.
Case Type: Maritime Law

They never gave up and battled on my behalf

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Little did I know when I first contacted them in 2017, the amazing outcome that would come about in 2020. They never gave up and continued all those years to battle on my behalf, even when at times I wanted to give up. While the accident negatively impacted me physically, I am now better, both physically and financially.
Waskom R.
Case Type: Maritime Law
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