Marty Harper is the vice chair of Polsinelli Shughart's Commercial Litigation practice group. With over 38 years experience, Mr. Harper has represented a wide range of entities in a diverse array of large complex civil litigation matters. He is an AV® peer reviewed litigator who has been included in Best Lawyers in America for his experiences in Commercial Litigation, Construction and Labor and Employment Law.
Mr. Harper is the immediate past chair of Mackrell International, a leading network of law firms from around the world. Mr. Harper was the chair of Mackrell International from June 2008 through May 2011. This network allows firms to remain close to their clients while at the same time offering them the expertise and knowledge obtained by professionals in other jurisdictions. In his role as chairman, Mr. Harper had a dynamic impact on the shape of the organization, adding 20 quality law firms to its membership to assist clients in reaching their on-going global legal needs during his tenure as chair. Mr. Harper's position required him to chair meetings around the globe, from Hanoi, Vietnam to Budapest, Hungary, Charleston, South Carolina and Athens, Greece.
Areas of Practice
Commercial Litigation
Representing businesses, financial institutions and individuals in contract, distribution and franchise disputes, stock valuation disputes, securities fraud, partnership and shareholder claims, lender liability breech of fiduciary duty, business torts and general commercial litigation.
Construction Law
Representing owners, general contractors, major subcontractors and design professionals on public and private projects in contract drafting and negotiation, claims preparation, arbitration and trial of claims, surety claims, job site injuries and design professional liability issues.
Labor and Employment Law
Representing large groups of pilots and other airline employees in disputes with their union and others arising under the Railway Labor Act; owners and key employees in non-compete and trade secret disputes.