Rooted in principle. Grounded by experience. Commited to justice.
Meet Your Advocate
When Rights Are at Risk,
Strategy Matters.
With more than 30 years of legal experience, John I. Harris III has built a reputation for principled counsel and strategic litigation. Known nationally for his work in firearms and Second Amendment law, Mr. Harris also represents clients in estate disputes, business matters, and constitutional claims across Tennessee. Every case is approached with clarity, preparation, and a deep respect for the rule of law.
- Over three decades representing clients across Tennessee
- Nationally recognized in firearms and Second Amendment law
- Proven advocate in estate, business, and civil litigation
- Grounded in principle, prepared for every challenge
35+ Years
Experience in Litigation & Counsel
2A Focused
Second Amendment Legal Advocacy
Constitutional Roots
Grounded in civil liberties and Tennessee law, with a practice shaped by decades of advocacy in firearms rights and Second Amendment protections.
Strategic Legal Counsel
Every case is approached with clear strategy, focused preparation, and a commitment to lawful outcomes rooted in integrity and long-term perspective.
Know Your Rights
Your constitutional protections don’t stop at the courthouse door. Learn how the law applies to you and where your rights stand in today’s legal climate.
Practice Areas
Strategic Legal Support Across Many Service Areas
With decades of experience and a principled approach to litigation, we provide trusted counsel in areas ranging from Second Amendment defense to estate disputes, family matters, and civil claims. Every case is met with focus, clarity, and commitment.
From The Desk
Perspectives, Updates, & Legal Insight That Matter
Stay informed with timely commentary, legislative updates, and case analysis directly from the desk of attorney John Harris. Whether it’s state law, federal overreach, or precedent-shaping decisions—you’ll find the context here.
Do you need help making adjustments to guard against the new administration’s policies?
Within the first 30 days of a new administration we often seen significant changes at the federal particularly when there is a change in party control of both the office of President and Congress as occurred in 2021. We can expect many changes to tax codes, business regulations, and regulations
Updating your estate plan in light of the Covid experience?
There are lots of reasons that you might need to evaluate and update your estate plan and family’s documents at this time and with the change in administration. One reason is lessons learned from the experiences related to Covid. Almost everyone knows someone who has been infected by, sick with,
Do you need a will in Tennessee?
Do you need a will in Tennessee? The short answer is simply no. People die every day without a will because having a will does not prohibit or delay death. The practical answer is yes, you need a will. In Tennessee, you do as a practical matter have a will