Andrew Harris

Attorney

I started this practice in 2013 out of my second bedroom and with nothing more than a computer and plenty of time on my hands after quitting my previous job. I knew that I wanted to help passionate entrepreneurs create and build companies, and I wanted to be a knowledgeable and accessible resource for them. Like every entrepreneur, I’ve learned so many lessons along the way – one of the most important being that a great team is absolutely necessary to build a lasting company.

 

I launched NWCL to help Pacific Northwest entrepreneurs

We try to play to our strengths and narrowly focus on helping clients launch, grow, and buy and sell companies with ties to the Pacific Northwest. 

 

Fit is important

We want to work with clients who are excited to work with us, understand the value we can bring, and want to have a relationship for life. I’ve become friends with many of my clients and built some incredible relationships with them over the years.

 

Something I’ve learned over the years

If you want quick business success, then be early in line before a big opportunity and adapt quickly.

 

We’re always looking to improve and be more responsive

We listen to what our clients want and adapt to support their needs. For example, our lawyers can work from anywhere and be readily accessible over phone, text, or video  for a quick and seamless experience.

 

A free piece of legal advice for entrepreneurs

Don’t try to be your own lawyer. Related: anyone can post anything on Google, so be careful what you read and make sure you trust the source before relying on it.

 

The Pacific Northwest is home and is a great place to launch a business

Being on the West Coast, there’s a culture of innovation and forward-thinking creativity here in the Pacific Northwest. That, along with abundant access to the outdoors and friendly, well-educated people, it’s a great place to start and run a business.

ACADEMICS
  • J.D. 2005 Loyola University Chicago School of Law
  • B.A. 2000 University of Wisconsin-Madison
 

 

BAR MEMBERSHIP

Oregon

Washington

 

 

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

Andrew tries to spend as much time as possible being active outdoors and exploring his backyard in the Columbia River Gorge with his lovely wife and kids.

 

Through the firm, he also sponsors the NW Corporate Law Scholarship to help law students offset some of the costs associated with law school.