Atty. Sara W. Bernard

Atty. Sara W. Bernard

Sara Bernard has handled a wide range of transactions as counsel for developers, builders, institutional lenders, and public and private entities. She has experience in negotiating, drafting, and closing complex commercial and residential purchase/sale transactions and has handled aspects of the development (including infrastructure development and the formation of community development districts), management and operation of all types of real estate including retail shopping centers, office buildings, industrial parks, medical and technology clusters, sports and entertainment clusters, senior

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Profile Summary

About Sara W. Bernard at a glance

Sara W. Bernard is a real estate attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (JD, 2004) and University of Central Florida (BS, 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Sara Bernard has handled a wide range of transactions as counsel for developers, builders, institutional lenders, and public and private entities
  • She has experience in negotiating, drafting, and closing complex commercial and residential purchase/sale transactions and has handled aspects of the development (including infrastructure development and the formation of community development districts), management and operation of all types of real estate including retail shopping centers, office buildings, industrial parks, medical and technology clusters, sports and entertainment clusters, senior-living communities, hospitals, golf courses, large scale mixed-use developments, residential subdivisions, apartments, and condominiums

Practice Areas Explained

Sara W. Bernard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sara W. Bernard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orlando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sara W. Bernard

Where is Sara W. Bernard's law office located?
Sara W. Bernard's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sara W. Bernard handle?
Sara W. Bernard focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Sara W. Bernard go to law school?
Sara W. Bernard earned their education at (JD, 2004); (BS, 2000).
How can I contact Sara W. Bernard for a consultation?
You can contact Sara W. Bernard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Sara W. Bernard received?
Sara W. Bernard's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating with Martindale-Hubbell.

Practice Areas

Education

JD
University of Miami School of Law
- 2004
BS
University of Central Florida
- 2000

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating with Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America for Real Estate Law (2014-2018)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: A Guide to America’s Leading Business Lawyers – Real Estate, (2014-2015)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — “40 Under 40” by Orlando Business Journal (2014)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, Florida

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