John Harrison
About John Harrison
John Harrison is a Legal Counsel at Ulmer & Berne LLP in Cleveland, Ohio, with extensive experience in probate and fiduciary litigation. He served as lead counsel in the significant case McQueen v. Cuyahoga County Probate Court, establishing the right to court-appointed counsel for those unable to afford legal representation.
Work at Ulmer & Berne LLP
John Harrison has been serving as Legal Counsel at Ulmer & Berne LLP since 2020. His role involves providing legal guidance and representation in various matters, particularly focusing on trusts and estates. The firm, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. Harrison's expertise in estate planning and fiduciary litigation enhances the firm's capabilities in these areas.
Education and Expertise
John Harrison earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. Prior to that, he obtained an A.B. in History from the University of Michigan, studying there from 1987 to 1990. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his legal career, which includes extensive experience in contested probate and fiduciary litigation.
Background
Before joining Ulmer & Berne LLP, John Harrison held various positions in the legal field. He worked as a Supervising Attorney and Development Director at The Legal Aid Society of Columbus from 2006 to 2009. He later became a Partner at Harrison and Weisbuch, LLC for a brief period in 2010 to 2011. From 2015 to 2020, he served as an Attorney/Shareholder at Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A., where he further developed his expertise in estate planning and fiduciary matters.
Achievements
John Harrison is recognized for his significant contributions to the legal field, particularly as lead counsel in the landmark Ohio Supreme Court case McQueen v. Cuyahoga County Probate Court. This case established the right to court-appointed counsel for wards under guardianship who cannot afford a lawyer. Additionally, he has been named to The Best Lawyers in America© for Trusts and Estates in Cleveland, reflecting his professional standing in the legal community.