Stephen T. Harper, Workers Comp Attorney in Richmond, Virginia
Over 31 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratReinhardt Harper Davis, PLC
Richmond, VA
Practicing workers comp in Richmond since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Stephen T. Harper is a partner based in Richmond, VA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Stephen has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reinhardt Harper Davis, PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Richmond, VA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from Richmond, VA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Stephen T. Harper: Stephen T. Harper is a partner based in Richmond, VA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Stephen has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reinhardt Harper Davis, PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Stephen T. Harper
Stephen concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Richmond, Virginia
Stephen takes workers comp matters in Richmond, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Stephen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Stephen T. Harper — Over 31 years of Virginia workers comp experience
Stephen T. Harper is a partner based in Richmond, VA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Stephen has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reinhardt Harper Davis, PLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Stephen concentrates his practice on workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. After graduating from the University of Richmond School of Law, he quickly developed his skills as a trial attorney, trying approximately 50 personal injury jury trials to a verdict in his first four years of practice! An AV Preeminent-rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, he lobbies on behalf of injured workers at the Virginia General Assembly.
While his primary focus after law school was in personal injury, Stephen began to lean into workers’ compensation claims. He has fought for injured workers in hundreds of cases, and when necessary, represents them in the highest courts, including the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Virginia. He has been involved in numerous cases that set significant precedents in this area of law, including benefits and settlements in excess of a million dollars. In 2021, he helped a well-deserving client receive an award of $5,300,000 – the second-largest workers’ compensation settlement in the history of Virginia, according to Virginia Lawyers Weekly. In 2021, it was the third largest settlement of any kind in the Commonwealth.
He is an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (VTLA), where he serves on the board of governors and is the legislative co-chair of their Workers’ Compensation Section. He’s also active within the Richmond Bar Association, the American Association for Justice (AAJ), and is a Fellow within the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers. Because of his tireless work on behalf of his clients, Stephen has been recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly as a 2021 Leader in The Law. Stephen has also been selected as a Virginia Super Lawyer, and a Best Lawyer in America since 2016. The Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group named him one of the Nation’s Top 100 Injured Workers’ Attorneys in 2021, among many other accolades in the legal profession.
Stephen spends much of his free time working on his race car, as he regularly races in the NASA Mid-Atlantic region circuit. He has numerous wins and class championships to his name. Stephen also enjoys supporting the Liverpool F.C. soccer team with his wife Jennifer, and spending time with their three children.
Bar Admissions
- Commonwealth of Virginia
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Court Admissions
- Virginia Supreme Court
- U.S. Court of Appeals – Fourth Circuit
Honors
- AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale Hubbell (2019-Present)
- Best Lawyers in America – Lawyer of the Year, Workers’ Compensation – Claimants (2021)
- Go-To Lawyers for Workers’ Comp Law, Virginia Lawyers Weekly (2021)
- Leaders in the Law (2021)
- Best Lawyers in America (2016 – present)
- Virginia Super Lawyers (2016 – present)
- Top 50 Attorneys in Richmond (2020-2025)
- Top 100 Attorneys in Virginia (2020-2025)
- Top 100 Injured Workers’ Attorney, Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group
Professional Affiliations
- Richmond Bar Association
- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association – Board of Governors
- College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers – Fellow
- Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group – Board of Governors
- Virginia Workers’ Compensation American Inn of Court
- American Association for Justice
Media
- Channel 8 Showcase
- Meet Stephen Harper
- Injured at Work?
- Virginia This Morning
Published Work
- Hidden Tort Gems, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association Convention (2015)
How Stephen handles workers comp matters
Stephen concentrates his practice on workers’ compensation and personal injury cases. After graduating from the University of Richmond School of Law, he quickly developed his skills as a trial attorney, trying approximately 50 personal injury jury trials to a verdict in his first four years of practice! An AV Preeminent-rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, he lobbies on behalf of injured workers…
Who Stephen represents
Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Richmond and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Stephen T. Harper's legal education and bar admissions
University of Richmond
J.D. · 1995
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Stephen's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1995 · ACTIVE
Virginia
1995 · ACTIVE
Stephen studied at J.D. in University of Richmond and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Stephen completed J.D. in University of Richmond and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Stephen T. Harper
Stephen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Stephen's professional memberships and bar associations
Virginia State Bar Richmond Bar Association Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (Member, Workers Compensation Section) Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Stephen T. Harper's office in Richmond
Stephen's primary office is at 4915 Radford Avenue, Suite 100, Richmond, VA, 23230. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Reinhardt Harper Davis, PLC
4915 Radford Avenue, Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23230
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Client reviews of Stephen T. Harper — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Stephen T. Harper — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Richmond, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Stephen
Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Stephen T. Harper
How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple workers comp 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Richmond?
Stephen is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Stephen'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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