James Richard Harmon, Insurance Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Partner, Section Head Insurance Litigation & Coverage SectionatThompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP
Dallas, TX
Practicing insurance in Dallas since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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James Richard Harmon is a partner, section head insurance litigation & coverage section based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dallas, TX
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Product Liability
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability matters from Dallas, TX.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About James Richard Harmon: James Richard Harmon is a partner, section head insurance litigation & coverage section based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
James's practice areas in Dallas
James concentrates on insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Product Liability
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Insurance cases in Dallas, Texas
James takes insurance matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas
James takes litigation matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Dallas, Texas
James takes product liability matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
James Richard Harmon, insurance attorney serving Dallas
James Richard Harmon is a partner, section head insurance litigation & coverage section based in Dallas, TX. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Product Liability. James has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. James works from Dallas, Texas and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Mr. James Richard Harmon is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation & coverage, insurance, litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP in Dallas, TX.
How James handles insurance matters
Mr. James Richard Harmon is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation & coverage, insurance, litigation and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. James practices at Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP in Dallas, TX.
The kind of cases James takes
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and product liability matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Credentials — where James studied and practices
Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. · 1991
University of Texas at Arlington
B.S. · 1987
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Texas U.S. District
1991 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.S. in University of Texas at Arlington.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in Texas Tech University School of Law and B.S. in University of Texas at Arlington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
James's legal honors and published work
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Association of Young Lawyers
membership
Locations
James Richard Harmon's office in Dallas
James's primary office is at Twenty-Fifth Floor, Plaza of the Americas, 700 N. Pearl St., Dallas, TX, 75201-2832. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons, LLP
Twenty-Fifth Floor, Plaza of the Americas, 700 N. Pearl St.
Dallas, TX 75201-2832
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How to hire James Richard Harmon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James Richard Harmon
How much does it cost to hire James for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Texas typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
James is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with James?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new insurance clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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