Marks & Harrison, a personal injury and workers' compensation law firm with offices across Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland, is commemorating its 115th year of continuous operation. Founded in 1911, the firm has recovered more than $1 billion in compensation for injured individuals and their families, establishing itself as a fixture in the region's legal landscape. The milestone underscores not only the firm's longevity but also its sustained impact on thousands of clients who have relied on its representation.
The firm's early history was shaped by three attorneys whose public service and legal careers set a precedent for advocacy. David A. Harrison Jr., a University of Virginia School of Law graduate, served in the Virginia House of Delegates, secured the charter for the City of Hopewell, and later became that city's mayor and first Commonwealth's Attorney. C. Hardaway Marks was a prominent trial lawyer and longtime Virginia politician who chaired the House Courts of Justice and Corporations, Insurance, and Banking committees; he received the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association's Distinguished Service Award. James A. Harrison was active in the Virginia State Bar's Labor Law Division and Committee on Nominations to the Supreme Court of Virginia, and in 1980 received the Arthur Sydney Bedell Award for his work in water pollution control. Together, these figures laid the foundation for the firm's enduring success.
Today, Marks & Harrison employs 34 attorneys and more than 130 support staff, including in-house investigators and bilingual personnel, across 14 offices. This infrastructure allows the firm to offer personalized legal representation while drawing on substantial resources. The firm's attorneys have been recognized by organizations and publications such as the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Martindale-Hubbell, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, U.S. News & World Report, Virginia Lawyers Weekly, The Richmond-Times Dispatch, and The Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star. Such recognition signals the firm's standing within the legal community and its ability to attract top talent.
Beyond the courtroom, Marks & Harrison maintains longstanding community ties through support of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Richmond, the Virginia Court Reporters Association, the Yellow Door Foundation, Haven House, Tappahannock RivahFest, Comfort Zone Camp, Toys for Tots, and Central Virginia Legal Aid Society. This year also marks the firm's 15th consecutive year sponsoring the WE CARE Festival, which benefits residents of Richmond's Northside community. These commitments reflect a broader corporate philosophy that extends beyond legal services.
"Reaching 115 years is an extraordinary milestone for Marks & Harrison," says personal injury attorney James G. Harrison III. "Though our firm has grown over the years, our commitment to obtaining justice for injured people has never wavered. We're honored to carry that legacy forward for many years to come." The firm's main office is located at 1500 Forest Avenue, Room 100, Richmond, Va., 23229. For more information, call (804) 286-2770 or visit its online contact form. Additional details about the firm's history and services are available at Marks & Harrison.
The 115-year milestone matters because it demonstrates that a personal injury practice can endure through changing legal landscapes while staying true to its mission. For injured individuals in Virginia and the DC Metro area, the firm's track record offers a measure of confidence that their cases will be handled with experience and dedication. As the region grows, Marks & Harrison's continued presence ensures that accident and injury victims have access to seasoned legal representation.
