Christopher M. Harne, Esq.

Chris Harne is an experienced strategist who focuses on getting the best possible results for his clients while minimizing their risks. Chris is a life-long Floridian who grew up in Orlando. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Emory University, where he majored in English with a minor in Italian. He then went on to Mercer University's Walter F. George School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctorate and graduated Cum Laude. Chris was a member of the law review at Mercer, and competed on a moot court team that reached the national semifinals while earning the Best Brief Award. He was also named a National Member of The Order of Barristers, and earned the Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement in Legal Writing.

Following law school, Chris began his legal practice with an established law firm in Orlando in the areas of civil and commercial litigation. He has expanded his practice through the years and assisted clients in a diverse array of matters. Chris has litigated cases involving partnership disputes, insurance claims, contract and business disputes, business torts, defamation, Internet disputes, intellectual property, employment disputes, personal injury and wrongful death.

Chris also helps clients with general business law matters, helping them get new businesses off the ground or re-structure and manage existing businesses. He has significant experience advising businesses regarding risk management and employment matters, as well as preparing the agreements and governing documents necessary to protect the interests of small business owners.

Chris is licensed to practice in all Florida state courts, as well as the United States District Court for the Middle, Southern and Northern Districts of Florida, and the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit. He is a past member of the Board of Directors of the Historical Society of Central Florida, and has been published in the Florida Bar Journal and Mercer Law Review.