Harvey Specter

Grew up

poor. Harvey was 16 when he first caught his mom cheating on his dad. Harvey knew of his mother’s repeated infidelities during the two years leading up to his parents’ divorce, and remained silent about them to protect his father. While still a young man working in a firm’s mailroom, Harvey met Jessica Pearson, his future boss and colleague. After managing to impress Jessica with his initiative, cunning, and negotiating abilities, she offered to send him to Harvard Law, all expenses paid.

Living

in luxury. The bank account of a high-powered lawyer in New York City allows for some high-expense fun and games.

Profession

attorney, and the self-proclaimed “best closer in New York city” – though others sometimes proclaim it too. It’s undeniable that Harvey is good at what he does. With raw talent, encyclopedic knowledge of the law, and unorthodox methods, Harvey never fails to amaze. He can improvise where he needs to, and even his working principle of “keep pressing till it hurts” isn’t industry-standard.

Interests

poker, the higher the stakes the better. Harvey likes cars too, and is known to drive a Bentley, an Aston Martin, a Mercedes, a Lexus, and a vintage Mustang. In high school he enjoyed playing baseball, and played it well. The trait that links Harvey’s passions is that he’s a competitor, in and out of the boardroom.

Challenge

caring about more than just himself. Perhaps due to childhood trauma, Harvey makes a point of depending on no one and getting his fulfilment from ambition, material success, and expression of his own worth. Harvey’s challenge is to move beyond the sarcasm and wit that characterize an ironic attitude toward existence and learn what it means to have responsibility to others. If he can’t find a way to base his happiness on more than winning for himself – and admit it – then he may remain alone forever.

Personality

confidence, assertiveness, and charisma, charming, sometimes arrogant man. Harvey doesn't apologize for who he is. You'll notice that people recognize this and accepts this fact. He defines his realm. He is highly rational and has a talent for reaching his goals. Charismatic and ambitious, he is a natural leader. With unmatched confidence and drive, he will keep going until he achieves what he set out to do. Harvey approaches life from a logical perspective and enjoys debating with people who can match him on an intellectual level. Harvey is strategic and enjoys coming up with innovative, efficient solutions to problems. In certain situations, Harvey can be impatient.