About Donald

Donald Harris is a seasoned legal professional based in Sandusky, Ohio, with over two decades of experience across various areas of law. He earned his Juris Doctor from The University of Toledo College of Law in 1996, where he focused on Business Law. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology at Yale University in 1969. This strong educational foundation gave him the skills necessary to navigate complex legal issues effectively. His primary practice areas include Bankruptcy, Consumer Law, Foreclosure Defense, Immigration Law, Appeals & Appellate, and Civil Rights. Harris is admitted to practice in several jurisdictions, including the District of Columbia, the 6th Circuit, the D.C.

Circuit, and the Federal Circuit. As a member of the American Bar Association and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, he stays informed about the latest developments in the legal field. His office is conveniently located at 158 E Market St, Sandusky, OH 44870, and he can be reached at (419) 621-9388 for consultations. In 2013, the Supreme Court of Ohio addressed a disciplinary matter involving Harris. The court ruled that he was not subject to Ohio's disciplinary rules due to not being admitted to the Ohio bar, and the case was dismissed in deference to the bankruptcy court's authority. This ruling underscores the details of legal practice across state lines and highlights Harris's commitment to maintaining ethical standards in his work.

Harris's practice encompasses many legal services. In bankruptcy law, he adeptly handles Chapter 7, 11, and 13 cases, providing tailored debt relief solutions for both individual and business clients. His consumer law practice includes class actions and lemon law cases, where he advocates for clients against unfair business practices. In foreclosure defense, he represents homeowners who seek to prevent foreclosure through various legal strategies, ensuring they understand their rights and options. Additionally, Harris offers comprehensive immigration law services, including asylum applications, citizenship, deportation defense, family visas, green cards, and work visas. His expertise extends to appeals and civil rights cases, addressing issues such as discrimination, employment rights, and police misconduct.

This diverse array of practice areas supports his serving the varied needs of his clients. Before establishing his own practice, Harris worked as an associate attorney at the Donald Harris Law Firm in Sandusky from November 2009 to June 2010. He also served as a law clerk at Kovacs & Associates, Attorneys at Law, in Toledo, Ohio, from August 2008 to July 2009 and again from September 2009 to November 2009. His experience and diverse practice areas make him a valuable resource for clients seeking legal assistance in Sandusky and the surrounding regions.

Education

The University of Toledo College of Law

J.D. | Business

1996

Yale University

B.S. | Biology

1969

Accepted Jurisdictions

6th Circuit
District of Columbia
Federal Circuit
D.C. Circuit

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. Circuit Court

Types of Cases Handled

Bankruptcy Consumer Law Foreclosure Defense Immigration Law Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights

Legal Services Scope

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Debt Relief Class Action Lemon Law Asylum Citizenship Deportation Defense Family Visas Green Cards Immigration Appeals Investment Visas Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas Student Visas Visitor Visas Work Visas Civil Appeals Federal Appeals Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Discrimination Employment Fair Housing Police Misconduct Privacy Law

Professional Associations

ABA

member 2006 - Current

National Association of Consumer Bankrupcy Lawyers

member 2005 - Current

District of Columbia Bar

has membership 2004 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 158 E Market St Sandusky OH 44870