Harris Blum
Associate, Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Associate, Smyser Kaplan & Veselka LLP
Law Clerk to the Hon. Robin Rosenbaum, United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
J.D., magna cum laude, University of Miami School of Law
B.A., University of Maryland
A key member of MBS’s civil, white-collar, and appellate teams, Harris brings tireless dedication and strategic creativity to every case. His litigation experience spans multiple industries and practice areas, including trusts and estates, constitutional law, energy, corporate governance, and partnership disputes. Whether he's navigating intricate corporate structures or defending clients in multi-million-dollar disputes, Harris works relentlessly to comprehensively understand complex legal issues, uncover crucial facts that others may miss, and craft innovative legal strategies tailored to the specific needs of each client. This unwavering commitment to clients, unparalleled attention to detail, and focus on results makes him a valuable asset to clients seeking comprehensive, thoughtful legal representation.
During law school, Harris was Articles and Comments Editor for the University of Miami Law Review and a Charles C. Papy, Jr. Moot Court competitor. He was also recognized as the top student in Antitrust, Evidence, Property, Judicial Writing, and Legal Communication and Research. Harris served as intern to the Honorable Jose Martinez on the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
Noteworthy
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State Bars of Texas and Maryland
Houston Bar Association
Fellow, Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
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Harris Blum, Slapping Back in Federal Court: Florida's Anti-SLAPP Statute, 76 U. Mia. L. Rev. 345 (2021).
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