J. Christopher Harris

Christopher Harris is a partner with Hatfield Harris, PLLC, in Rogers, Arkansas. He concentrates his practice in bankruptcy, taxation, business entity formation and planning, and estate planning. His tax work includes tax return preparation, tax-exempt organizations, tax planning, and tax litigation matters.

Chris earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 1999. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1991. Before law school, he worked for the Internal Revenue Service in the Employee Plans and Exempt Organizations Division.

Chris is admitted to practice in Arkansas and before the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas and the United States Tax Court. His background with the Internal Revenue Service gives him valuable insight when advising clients on complex tax and compliance matters.

Chris assists individuals and businesses with bankruptcy filings, tax disputes, and long-term tax planning strategies. He also works with clients to form and structure business entities and to develop estate plans that reflect their financial goals and family needs.

In addition to his legal practice, Chris remains active in the Northwest Arkansas community. He serves as Treasurer of the Optimist Club of Rogers and has held leadership roles with Main Street Rogers, Inc., Classical Ballet Academy, and Benton County Charter School Organization, Inc.

Through his work at Hatfield Harris, PLLC, J. Christopher Harris provides practical and informed legal guidance in tax, bankruptcy, business, and estate matters, helping clients navigate complex financial issues with clarity and confidence.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Hatfield Harris, PLLC
• Member, Arkansas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Arkansas

Education

• University of Arkansas, School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas – Arlington
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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