About Ellie K. Harris

Ellie K. Harris is a partner at the law firm of Schwarz & Harris, P.A., where she focuses her legal practice on Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection, Probate, Trust Administration, and Guardianship.

She earned her Juris Doctor degree from Michigan State University and received a full athletic scholarship to play volleyball at the State University of New York at Buffalo, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Additionally, Ms. Harris holds an LL.M. in Elder Law from Stetson University College of Law, distinguishing her as the only known attorney in Charlotte County with this advanced specialization in Elder Law.

Ms. Harris is an active participant in her community, engaging with various local and state organizations, including the Charlotte Estate Planning Council, Charlotte County Bar Association, and Business and Professional Women of Charlotte County. She has previously served on the General Elder Law Guardianship Committee of the Florida Bar and has held board positions for the Life Long Learning Institute at Edison College, the YMCA, and as Treasurer of the Charlotte County Young Lawyers’ Division.

In addition to her legal practice, Ms. Harris has taught the Guardianship Education Course for appointed guardians. She has also provided training for the Exam Committee Initial Training Course and taught the Estate Planning Course at the Edison College Life Long Learning Institute.

Outside of her professional life, Ms. Harris enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married for 21 years to her husband, who is a teacher and coaches high school basketball. Together, they love watching their teenage boys play football and basketball and cherish their time spent together.

Originally born in Michigan and raised in Sarasota, Florida, Ellie K. Harris combines her legal expertise with a deep commitment to her clients and community, ensuring that individuals and families receive the guidance they need to protect themselves and their families for generations.

 

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Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by Barbara
February 08, 2022
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Ellie has done an outstanding job guiding me through the legal process of guardianship, probate, trust and much more. Her knowledge and experience has been invaluable. I would highly recommend her and her team. The team does an amazing job!!

Elder Law
Posted by Charlene
January 27, 2022
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Ellie has done an outstanding job guiding me through the legal process of guardianship, her knowledge and experience has been invaluable. I would highly recommend her and her team.

Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
October 22, 2020
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Ellie managed all aspects of estate probate for me, an out-of-state client. She and her staff provided the most pleasant, competent and effective service that I've ever received from anyone, any company. Throughout the entire process, from initial consultation through completion, her firm was always immediately accessible, very helpful and unerringly accurate. I highly recommend her services.

 
Wills and Probate
Posted by anonymous
August 05, 2020
Hired Attorney

I reached out to Ms Harris for a consultation regarding my fathers estate after he recently passed away. Her practice had very good reviews online, it was the first I contacted. Not only was her staff immediately responsive, Ms Harris was as well, even though she was on personal leave. I had some time sensitive decisions to make, that were further complicated by COVID-19 restrictions and my living in a different state, making things very stressful. Ms Harris helped clarify some things so I could move forward, and her team provided additional support until she returned. Beyond all this, she was very compassionate, which is not something you see very much today. I would recommend her to anyone!

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2020
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We whole heatedly selected the skills above that applies to our experience with Attorney Ellie Harris, she and the members of her firm performed most professionally and with the utmost competence. We expect a long term relationship with Ellie as our needs for legal council in her areas of expertise arise.

Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
March 13, 2020
Hired Attorney

Ellie is very professional and clearly explains how we should move forward to achieve our goals. We highly recommend her services to anyone who needs it.

Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by anonymous
February 21, 2020
Hired Attorney

I found Ellie K. Harris and her staff when I had an emergency situation come up involving my father who has dementia, I live in another state and he lives in FL and I found out that people were trying to take advantage of him. I contacted Ellie and she knew exactly what to do in order to protect my father. She is very ethical, knowledgeable, and communicative. I chose Ellie by reading reviews just like this and believe me you cannot find a better person/lawyer to help you with these difficult things. I know firsthand why she is so highly recommended.

 
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Posted by anonymous
October 10, 2019
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On the advice of another attorney, we made an emergency contact with Ellie to help us through the legal maze of arranging for a professional guardian for my elderly, dementia suffering sister, securing her remaining assets from fraud, and dealing with the Probate court. She demonstrated total competence in these complex legal matters, and we give the highest recommendations.

 
Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
December 21, 2018
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My Aunt was a RN and cared for my Uncle because of his health in FL. My Aunt passed away and my Uncle was left alone. I was referred to Ellie Harris by another Attorney. I contacted Ellie Harris’s office and set up a conference call. Ellie is extremely professional and direct which I like. I retained Ellie. Ellie and her staff did outstanding work.She has a amazing staff. Attorney Ellie Harris and her staff are outstanding and true professionals

 
Elder Law
Posted by anonymous
December 20, 2018
Hired Attorney

I would highly recommend Ellie in elder care law, wills and trusts, estate planning and guardianship. We found her to be very knowledgeable in these areas. Her expertise helped us with a very difficult and lengthy case. Her staff are very friendly and were in constant contact keeping us up to date on what was happening with our case.

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Areas of Law

  • Elder Law
  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Health Care 1
    • Medicare and Medicaid
  • Other 5
    • Wills
    • Trusts
    • Probate
    • Trust Administration
    • Guardianship

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2006, Florida
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Michigan State University
    Class of 2005
    J.D.
    Other Education
    State University of New York at Buffalo
    Class of 2002
    B.A.
    Political Science

    Stetson University College of Law
    Class of 2012
    LL.M. Elder Law

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Managing Partner at Schwarz & Harris P.A. Attorneys at Law
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17841 Murdock CirclePort Charlotte, FL 33948-4000U.S.A.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Ellie K. Harris was admitted in 2006 to the State of Florida.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Ellie K. Harris has a 4.3 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Ellie K. Harris has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    Schwarz & Harris P.A. Attorneys at Law has 3 attorneys at this location.
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    Schwarz & Harris P.A. Attorneys at Law was established in 2010.