Judge Harnett has taught law at Columbia, Rutgers, Kansas and Hofstra Universities’ Schools of Law, as well as the New York Practice of Law Institute. His reputation as a scholar originated at the Columbia University School of Law, where he graduated as the top James Kent scholar with the highest scholastic average in the three classes of his graduating year.

An established legal author -- Judge Harnett is best known in the insurance field for his learned four-volume treatise Responsibilities of Insurance Agents and Brokers (Matthew Bender, 1974-1998); a six-volume treatise, The Law of Life and Health Insurance (Matthew Bender, 1988-1998) co-authored with partner Irving I. Lesnick; and two books on taxation. He also has published many articles in law reviews and periodicals.

In addition to his scholarly works, Judge Harnett has written two books for the lay public; Lawyers and Laymen and Put the Law on Your Side, both published by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.

A national insurance authority -- Bertram Harnett is a recognized national authority on insurance matters, whose writings are often cited in court opinions and publications. He is frequently called upon as an expert witness in Court and generally as a consultant regarding insurance industry practices and policy claims.

Arbitrator and referee -- Judge Harnett serves as an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. He also conducts administrative hearings for a New York State government agency.

Throughout his career, Judge Harnett has devoted considerable time to voluntary public activities, including the co-founding of The Children’s Medical Fund of New York and serving as its long-time chairman.

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