Since being admitted to practice in 1983, Massachusetts attorney John B. Harkavy has represented individuals, insurance companies, and corporate clients in a broad range of civil litigation matters. With this breadth of experience, Mr. Harkavy understands civil litigation from all sides and uses this knowledge to provide straightforward answers and an honest assessment of his client’s case. He is committed to providing comprehensive advice and responsive legal service as he fights to protect his client’s rights.

After spending decades as a successful civil litigation attorney with prestigious Boston law firms, John founded his solo practice in 2010. He is committed to practicing law with the utmost integrity, focusing on providing responsible service and tenacious advocacy that achieves outstanding results.

When you work with the Law Office of John B. Harkavy, you will work directly with John. He provides direct, straightforward advice guided by his knowledge of Massachusetts law and extensive practical experience.

Education
  • Boston University School of Law, Juris Doctor, 1983
  • Brown University, Bachelor of Arts, 1979
Professional Licenses
  • Massachusetts
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Honors & Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell – AV “Superior” Rating
  • Boston Magazine – Top Lawyer
  • Avvo.com  – “Superb” rating (highest available)
  • Law & Politics  – Recognized as a Massachusetts Super Lawyer, 2006, 2009, 2011- 2025
Reported Decisions
  • Li-Jen Lin Trustee of the Lin Family Trust v. Chin, 22 Misc. 000224 (2024)
  • Lin v. Lin, 104 Mass. App. Ct. 1106 (2024)
  • The Chad LLC, v. Purple Point, LLC, No. 2016-00231 (2017)
  • Comprops Ltd. Partnership v. Spangenberg Group, 27 Mass. L. Rptr., 171 (Mass. Super. 2010)
  • Brookridge Funding Corp. v. Aquamarine, Inc., 675 F. Supp. 2d  227 (D.Mass. 2009)
  • Kaufman as Receiver v. Alcatel USA Marketing, Inc., 65 Mass. App. Ct. 1115 (2006)
  • Moran v. Gala, 66 Mass. App. Ct. 135 (2006)
  • Mullin v. Hunneman Real Estate Corp., 62 Mass. App. Ct. 1108 (2004)
  • Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland v. Sproules, 60 Mass. App. Ct. 93 (2003)
  • Hunneman Real Estate Corp. v. The Norwood Realty, Inc., 54 Mass. App. Ct. 416 (2002)