Bert J. Harris, III

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Bert J. Harris, III: Attorney with Swaine, Harris & Wohl, P.A.
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Biography

Bert J. Harris, III, a partner at Swaine & Harris P.A., based in the Lake Placid Office, brings over three decades of experience in commercial and real property transactions, litigation, administrative, and government law. A native of Lake Placid, Bert's family roots in the area span about 80 years.

Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Florida in 1975 and a Masters of Agricultural Management and Resource Development in 1976, Bert was actively involved in campus life, serving as secretary of Florida Blue Key and a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.

Bert earned his Juris Doctorate from the Florida State University College of Law in 1979 and began his legal career in Tallahassee, specializing in administrative law. He returned to Lake Placid in 1981, joining Robert P. Dunty, Jr.'s practice. In 1990, Bert merged practices with Mike Swaine to form Swaine & Harris, P.A.

Currently serving as Town Attorney for the Town of Lake Placid and attorney for the Highlands County Hospital District, Bert is also a founding director of Heartland National Bank, N.A.

In his leisure time, Bert tends to his family citrus grove and enjoys quality time with his wife, Lisa, and their daughter, Katherine.

Bert holds licenses to practice in front of the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, and all Florida state courts.
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Areas of Practice (5)

  • Civil Litigation
  • Planning and Land Use
  • Zoning
  • Real Property, Probate & Trust
  • City, County & Local Govt Law

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Florida, B.S., 1975; University of Florida, M.A., Agricultural Management and Resource Development, 1976
Law School Attended:
Florida State University College of Law, J.D., 1979
Year of First Admission:
1979
Admission:
1979, Florida; 1981, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida; 1982, U.S District Court, Middle District of Florida; 1996, U.S. Supreme Court
Memberships:
Highlands County and American Bar Associations; The Florida Bar (Circuit Representative, Executive Council, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section, 1999-2003).
Birth Information:
Lake Placid, Florida, December 13, 1952
ISLN:
906677177

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Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (17 reviews)
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    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

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  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

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  • Legal Experience

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/14/24 in Real Estate

    cream of the crop

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/14/24 in Civil Litigation

    He is highly analytical and thorough and finds ways to address a variety of issues.. He treats people with respect and always goes the extra mile. He is an advocate while also showing integrity and the ability to get along with adversaries. I am... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 03/13/24 in Real Estate

    Bert applies the law in a very practical manner. He is incredibly personable and is a seasoned attorney who works hard for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/13/24 in Civil Litigation

    Bert is the finest most ethical lawyer I have ever worked with. The practice of law means a lot to Bert and Bert means a lot to the practice of law. You will not find a finer gentleman!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 12/27/15 in Real Property

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 03/26/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 1.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 12/11/15 in Civil Litigation

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448-231-2930  Phone

863-465-6999  Fax

heartlandlaw.com/bert-j-harris-iii

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