So you’re sitting in a courtroom, maybe feeling overwhelmed, and the judge says, “You’ll be represented by an attorney from the Harris Firm.” Maybe you’ve heard of us, maybe you haven’t. Now you’re wondering: What happens next? Will this attorney really care about my case?
When one of our local attorneys is appointed to your case, you’re not getting second-best. You’re getting someone who shows up with heart and purpose. Court-appointed doesn’t mean corner-cutting or going through the motions. It means the court saw that your situation matters, and we’re here to prove that it does.
💼 We Treat You Like a Retained Client—Because You Deserve It
At the Harris Firm, we don’t have two tiers of service, one for paying clients and another for appointed ones. Every person we represent gets the same level of commitment, communication, and legal care. When we’re appointed, we prepare for your case just like we would for a private client. We meet deadlines, return calls, explain your options, and walk into court ready to advocate.
You won’t be treated like a case file. You’ll be treated like a client with a life, a family, and a future worth protecting. We know you may have doubts about the process, and that’s okay. We will show you how we’ve earned our reputation though handling your case with the same care our retained clients expect from us.
📞 Your First Call Matters to Us
As soon as we’re appointed, our first priority is reaching out to connect with you. That first phone call or meeting isn’t a quick formality. It’s the moment we begin building trust. We take the time to listen, ask questions, and learn your story.
During that initial conversation, we’ll walk through what type of case you’re facing, what paperwork or notices you’ve received, and what the court expects next. We’ll let you know what we need from you and what you can expect from us. This call lays the groundwork for everything that follows. While you didn’t pick us, we’ll make sure you feel seen, respected, and supported from day one.
📚 We Help You Understand What’s Happening
Family law can be overwhelming, especially when the language is unfamiliar and the stakes are high. That’s why one of our biggest commitments is to keep you informed in a way that actually makes sense.
We’ll explain each part of your case, what the court expects from you, what each hearing means, and what possible outcomes might look like. You won’t be left in the dark. We don’t just want you to go through the process; we want you to understand it, participate in it, and feel confident navigating it with our support.
🧱 We Build a Strategy, Not Just a File
Some folks think court-appointed attorneys just “show up” to hearings and do the bare minimum. That’s not how we work. We build real legal strategies based on your needs, your goals, and the facts of your case.
Depending on what your case calls for, we may gather records, talk to witnesses, challenge evidence, or file motions. If you’re facing a custody fight, a DHR investigation, or working toward reunification, we’ll help map a path forward. If we’re serving as a Guardian ad Litem for your child, we’ll advocate for their safety and well-being with just as much heart. Every step is intentional. We’re not here to coast, we’re here to carry the case with care.
💛 We See the Person, Not Just the Case
We know life doesn’t pause when you’re in family court. Maybe you’re raising kids, working overtime, going through recovery, or just trying to stay afloat. Whatever your circumstances, we see you, and we respect what you’re carrying.
You won’t get judgment from us. You’ll get patience, professionalism, and people who truly care about helping you through a hard moment in life. We understand the emotions behind the paperwork. We know what’s at stake. We’ll treat your case, and your story, with the dignity it deserves.
🌾 When the Court Sends You to Us, We Show Up
When your name comes across our desk through a court appointment, we don’t just take the case, we take it to heart. You didn’t ask for us, but that doesn’t mean we’re going to offer anything less than our full support, experience, and compassion. You’re not just a court date. You’re not just a file. You’re a person in need of a steady hand, and that’s exactly what we aim to be. If the judge draws our name from the court-appointed hat and hands us your case, we’ll meet you with honesty, warmth, and a fierce dedication to helping you move forward.