Jonathan O. Harris, Employment Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
focused on Employment and Litigation
Nashville, TN
Trusted employment attorney serving Nashville.
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Jonathan O. Harris is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Nashville, TENNESSEE
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Jonathan O. Harris: Jonathan O. Harris is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jonathan takes on
Jonathan concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jonathan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Jonathan takes employment matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Jonathan takes litigation matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jonathan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jonathan O. Harris — employment lawyer in Nashville
Jonathan O. Harris is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Jon Harris is a trusted counselor to employers in all aspects of their labor and employment law needs. He also spends a significant amount of his practice defending companies in data privacy class actions. Jon has gained repeated recognition for his responsiveness and problem-solving prowess. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Jon tailors solutions to a client’s business needs and risk tolerance. Jon is known as a strategic advisor and zealous advocate in employment matters, including litigation and appeals in courts across the country. In addition to defending single-plaintiff lawsuits, Jon also represents employers in class and collective actions. On data privacy matters, he has utilized his extensive class experience to deploy unique strategies to bring those matters to a favorable conclusion.
In his two decades of practice, Jon has obtained numerous successes, both in federal and state court. More than 100 cases can be found on Westlaw or Lexis, where he led a case to a successful conclusion for his clients. Jon is not afraid to represent employers in cases involving challenging facts, and he enjoys the opportunity to take a case to trial.
Jon is a frequent speaker on topics relating to all types of employment issues, and he works with clients on preventive strategies to avoid discrimination, retaliation and other employment claims. After graduating from the Washington University School of Law, from 2000 to 2001, Jon served as a law clerk for the Honorable E. Richard Weber, a United States District Court Judge in the Eastern District of Missouri. Jon is a Fellow of the Nashville Bar Foundation and a Trustee of the Nashville Bar Foundation. He has been recognized by the publications The Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers, and his peers have rated him as “AV Preeminent” in Martindale-Hubbell.
At his prior firm, Jon served as office managing shareholder for five years. He was known for team building and fostering an environment of mutual respect. Jon loves taking his family on adventures overseas, exploring new wines, and listening to vinyl.
Jon is also honored to lead Jackson Lewis' Disability/Neurodiversity resource group that supports the professional and business development of JL attorneys with all types of disabilities, including physical and mental disabilities of any kind.
Jonathan's approach to employment cases
Jon Harris is a trusted counselor to employers in all aspects of their labor and employment law needs. He also spends a significant amount of his practice defending companies in data privacy class actions. Jon has gained repeated recognition for his responsiveness and problem-solving prowess. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Jon tailors solutions to a client’s business needs and risk…
Clients Jonathan works with
Jonathan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vanderbilt University
BA
Jurisdictions
Jonathan's state bar admissions
Missouri, The Missou
ACTIVE
Tennessee, Tennessee
ACTIVE
Jonathan studied at BA in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Jonathan completed BA in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jonathan runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jonathan has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "AV Preeminent" - Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers (2013)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — "AV Preeminent" - Martindale-Hubbell (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers (2013) (2026).
Locations
Jonathan O. Harris's office in Nashville
Jonathan's primary office is at 611 Commerce Street, Suite 2803, Nashville, Tennessee, 37203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jonathan O. Harris — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jonathan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jonathan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan'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; Jonathan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Jonathan
Jonathan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Jonathan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jonathan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jonathan O. Harris
How much does it cost to hire Jonathan for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jonathan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jonathan offer a free consultation?
Jonathan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jonathan's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jonathan's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple employment 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. Jonathan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jonathan take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Jonathan is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jonathan 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 Jonathan?
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. Jonathan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jonathan accepting new employment clients right now?
Jonathan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee
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