Edward W. Harness

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 95% Bankruptcy / Debt
    12 years, 450 cases
  • 5% Foreclosure
    12 years

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information

  • Harness Law Offices, LLC
    316 N Milwaukee St
    Suite 403
    Milwaukee, WI 53202
    Office: 414-647-2222
    Fax: 414-751-5133
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

Photos (1)

Videos (0)

Corner Man By Jim Walsh Former cop Ed Harness is empathetic and unintimidated Published in Wisconsin Rising Stars 2009 December 2009 When the going gets... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Empathy x Three”

Posted by: Pete and Kathleen, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: We are very satisfied with the assistance provided by Ed and his dedicated staff, Alma, Mary and Elvis. They're fully aware of the impact bankruptcy... more
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5 star rating

“Ed Harness helps make the best of a difficult situation”

Posted by: Vicki, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: As calm, knowledgeable and confident as Ed is, his staff of Mary and Alma are equally top notch. Would I recommend him and his firm? I have!... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

3 endorsements


Michelle B. Fitzgerald

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Michelle Fitzgerald , Brookfield (WI), 23 days ago
Karen M Oakes

Ed has the ability to advise his clients of the difficult choices in bankruptcy and to strongly recommend the best choice for that particular client -... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Karen Oakes , Medford (OR), Almost 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

12 years since Edward W. Harness was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Wisconsin Active 2000 03/07/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Director - Dispute Resolution Center at Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin 1999–2001
Police Officer at Milwaukee Police Department 1991–1997

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Marquette U Law JD - Juris Doctor 2000
Concordia University Management of Criminal Justice Operations Bachelor of Science 1997

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Wisconsin Rising Star 2010 Law & Politics Magazine 2010
SuperLawyers Wisconsin Rising Star 2009 Law & Politics Magazine 2009
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Commissioner Whitefish Bay Police Commission 2007-present
Attorney National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys 2005-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 7
Answers: 11 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
4 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
5 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Saving family homes: Is your client eligible for mortgage refinancing or modification under HR 1106 Wisconsin State Bar: Inside Track 2009
Mortgage Modifiers: Beware of Upfont Fees Wisconsin State Bar: Inside Track 2009

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Strategies for Tough Financial Times Neighbors Teaching Neighbors 2012
Using Bankruptcy to Prevent Foreclosure NBI-National Teleconference 2011
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