Nancy Hutcheson Harris

Nancy Hutcheson Harris

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony ... +3 more

100 South Ashley Drive, Suite 300, Tampa, FL

About Nancy

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1985

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A.

100 South Ashley Drive, Suite 300, Tampa, FL, 33602

Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A.

2300 5th Avenue North, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33713

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Nancy Hutcheson Harris's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommended for Collaborative Divorce

Words can not fully express how fortunate I felt to have Nancy Harris from Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A. as my legal representative in recent family law proceedings. She is extremely attentive and knowledgeable in the collaborative dissolution process and worked diligently to ensure that I was informed ...and felt fully supported throughout the process. Collaborative divorce is a recent update to using litigation for separation and she proved herself to be extremely knowledgeable and supportive to ensure that everyone was protected, especially when minors are involved. I highly recommend her as legal representative in all cases regarding family law.

Posted by Lisa | August 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce lawyer

Nancy and her associate Cory were extremely attentive to an international divorce that could have been drawn out and messy. They were meticulous in detailing what was needed from us to allow the process to be as pain-free as it could possibly be under the circumstances. They were knowledgeable, forth...coming, expedient and caring. It was clear to us that they wanted to help and not hinder the process and they demonstrated a high level of humanity in the process. We are forever grateful and highly recommend Nancy and her firm.

Posted by Kevin | January 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Review of Nancy Harris

I was not planning to write a review of my attorney and am typically a bit skeptical of lawyers based on my background as a PhD in Communication Studies. That said, I feel compelled to write a review of Nancy Harris and her law firm Harris & Hunt. Nancy Harris was absolutely fantastic in assisting ...me with my separation and divorce, including the smallest details. If you are in the Tampa Bay area or anywhere close and need an attorney for any family issue, particularly a divorce, I would strongly recommend a consultation with Ms. Harris. She was incredibly attentive from the outset, extremely fair with her pricing including a surprisingly generous assessment of her own time, and knowledgeable about both the relevant legal questions and the overall process. I never felt like I was out of the loop and I know she fought hard for my rights while keeping my own sanity in mind. I have two children and her focus on the custody questions was a relief and ultimately very successful. Her firm was also helpful in preparing for an equitable distribution of assets with my ex-wife and I always received timely and useful replies to my queries. Hiring her was definitely a decision I am glad I made--her expertise was well-worth the expense and I am confident I obtained a fair arrangement and a much better settlement than I would have without her firm in my corner. Typically these are big moments in someone's life (it was for me) and Nancy Harris is the kind of attorney that is comforting and a strong advocate on behalf of her clients. I was not disappointed at all with my choice and feel as though she is the kind of attorney you need for such a difficult process.

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Nancy Hutcheson Harris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allyson Hughes

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nancy Harris is a highly experienced, knowledgable marital and family law attorney. She has been a leader in Collaborative Divorce Law and continues to encourage other attorneys to practice collaboratively. She is a creative and effective mediator, able to help parties and counsel resolve complicated family law matters. I highly recommend Ms. Harris as counsel on a case or as a mediator to assist the parties and their counsel to conclude their case."

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Jennifer Ficarrotta

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Truly dedicated to collaborative law and the benefits of same to Florida families."

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Stann Givens

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Nancy Harris is an extremely competent divorce lawyer. She was given the Professionalism Award by the Family Law Inn of Tampa and keeps her client's interests above all else."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers

2016

Nancy Harris, SuperLawyers

2015

The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2015

Tampa's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders

2015

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2014

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2014

Tampa's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2013

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2013

Bar Register of Preeminent Women Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Tampa's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders

2012

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2012

Tampa's Top Rated Lawyers, Legal Leaders

2011

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2010

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2010

Top Lawyers, Tampa Bay Magazine

2009

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2008

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2007

The Top Attorneys in Florida, Super Lawyers

2006

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2002

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2001

Hillsborough County Family Law Professionalism Award, Hillsborough County Family Law

1998

Leading Florida Attorneys, Law and Leading Lawyers

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Managing Partner, Harris, Hunt & Derr, P.A.

Associations

Hillsborough County's Maritial and Family Law

Former Chair

Tampa Bay Collaborative Divorce Group

Founding Member and Past Co-chair

Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Executive Committee

Former Chair

Florida Bar, Grievance Committee

Former Chair

Tampa Bay Collaborative Divorce Group, Executive Committee

Member

Collaborative Family Law Council of Florida

Past VP and Current Board Member

Florida Bar, Family Law Section, Family Law Rules Committee

Member

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Family Law Section, Executive Committee

Member, Past Chair

Global Collaborative Law Council

Member

Family Law American Inn of Court of Tampa

Master

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers

Member

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Collaborative Law Section

Member

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Civil (Non-Family) Collaborative Law Committee

Member

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

N/A

University of South Carolina School of Law

Law

Speaking Engagements

2014

Evidence: A Family Law Practitioner's Winning Game Plan

Hearsay: What Did They Say

2013

Stetson University College of Law

Interviewing and Counseling 101: How to get the right clients in the door and keep them there

2013

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Resolving Employment Disputes Through Collaborative Law Process

2012

Hillsborough County Bar Association , Mediation and Arbitration Section

Mediation - Tips from the Top

2012

Florida College of Advanced Judicial Studies

Childhood Sexual Abuse: What Every Judge Should Know

2011

AFCC 48th Annual Conference

Managing alienation, estrangement and child sexual abuse allegations in the parenting coordination process

2010

SPALSS

Collaborative Law

2009

Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Annual Institute

Joint Experts: When to Use or Not to Use

2006

Florida Bar, Family Law Section

Trial Preparation and Strategies

2005

Florida Bar Family Law Section

Trial Advocacy Seminar

N/A

NPR Interview

Alimony Termination/Modification Upon Retirement

N/A

Florida Bar Continuing Legal Education Seminars

Maritial and Family Law

N/A

CNN NEWS Televised Appearance

Impact of Retirement on Long Term Spousal Support

Publications

2014

Florida Family Law (Florida Practice Series) Collaborative Divorce

2013

Florida Family Law (Florida Practice Series) Collaborative Divorce

2013

Hillsborough County Bar Association Lawyer Magazine Collaborative Practice: Not Just for the Family Lawyer

2012

Florida Family Law (Florida Practice Series) Collaborative Divorce

2011

Florida Family Law (Florida Practice Series) Collaborative Divorce

2002

Florida Trend Enough is Enough

2001

The St. Petersburg Times Lawyers promote simpler divorces

Languages

English

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