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Alan B.
At Barker Law, we provide clients with superior service in trust, probate, and estate matters and litigation, contract drafting and review, outside general counsel services, negotiation, commercial litigation, and regulatory navigation. We confidently handle transactional and regulatory matters for businesses and individuals. As our feedback shows, we excel at meeting and exceeding our clients needs.
July 24, 2023
Tameko P.
Greene Litigation Group, PLLC., specializes in Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Contract Dispute, Wills & POAs, Irreconcilable Differences Divorce, Business Formation, Contract Drafting, and Landlord Tenant Law
April 2, 2024
William B.
Presently, I am a civil rights and insurance litigation attorney with a focus on representation government entities. Prior to this, I’ve represented some of the largest financial institutions in the world in litigation.
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Allen L.
Clear, strategic legal guidance when you need it most—whether you're planning ahead or defending a position. Legal challenges shouldn't feel confusing or overwhelming. Whether you're building an estate plan, structuring a business, or navigating a dispute, my practice is built on clarity, care, and practical strategy. I work with clients who want real solutions—not just paperwork—through planning and advice that truly fits their goals, families, and businesses. Planning & Structure I focus on estate planning, asset protection, and business succession, helping individuals and entrepreneurs organize their assets, reduce risk, and prepare for every stage of life. Whether you're setting up your first living trust, shielding your business from liability, or updating an existing estate plan, you'll receive clear guidance, fixed-fee pricing, and responsive support from start to finish. Each plan I design is tailored to your real-world priorities: preserving wealth, avoiding unnecessary taxes and probate, and ensuring the people you love are protected when it matters most. I also focus on general business matters outlined below. Disputes & Defense When legal conflicts arise—disputed contracts, demand letters, settlement negotiations, or litigation decisions—I provide realistic risk assessment and strategic guidance. I help clients understand their actual exposure (not just best-case scenarios), identify leverage points, and navigate toward efficient resolution. If you're facing a legal claim or need to evaluate your position before responding, I can walk you through the realistic options and their costs. Services: Estate Planning & Asset Protection --Simple wills and powers of attorney --Living trusts for small estates --Buy-sell agreements for family businesses Business Formation & Agreements --LLC or S-Corp formation filings --Operating Agreements / Shareholder Agreements --Founder or Investor Agreements --Bylaws and Minutes templates --Registered agent setup guidance Contracts & Commercial Matters --Service Agreements (consulting, marketing, software, design, etc.) --Independent Contractor Agreements --Employment contracts and offer letters --Non-compete, non-solicitation, or confidentiality agreements --Employee handbooks or HR policy updates --Termination or severance agreements --NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) --Partnership or Joint Venture Agreements --Sales or Vendor Contracts --Licensing or IP Agreements Terms and conditions SaaS Platforms --Terms of Service --Privacy Policy --Independent Contractor Agreements --Customer/User Agreements --Liability Waivers --Cancellation & Refund Policy --Non-Solicitation Clauses --Marketplace compliance documents Real Estate --Commercial lease drafting or review --Residential lease review --Purchase & sale agreements --Short-term rental (Airbnb) contracts --Property management agreements Professional Approach: I leverage modern legal research and writing technologies—including AI-assisted tools—to enhance the quality, speed, and clarity of my analysis. Like many legal professionals today, I use these tools to organize research, improve communication, and catch errors. On research tools: case law and statutory verification runs through a vLex/Fastcase subscription, and drafting and first-pass review is AI-assisted. Every analysis I provide is thoroughly reviewed and reflects my independent professional judgment as a licensed attorney. AI is a tool that supports my work; it does not replace it.
"Allen was absolutely great to work with. I'd not hesitate to work with him again if needed, and I'd definitely recommend him to other small business owners. He was very thorough in his evaluations of pertinent statutes, and explained things effectively and completely."
Adrienne H.
Senior Corporate Attorney with extensive experience across diverse law firms, specializing in M&A transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. Proven ability in risk mitigation and forming strategic partnerships, leveraging strong analytical skills to achieve successful outcomes. Recognized for high productivity and efficient task management. Expertise in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication that enhances navigation of complex legal issues for clients.
Joe S.
M. Joseph “Joe” Smith is the founder of Celina Law, P.C. and Amirext LLC. Licensed to practice law in Connecticut and Texas, he helps clients with commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, financing, corporate governance, and disputes. Whether reviewing a straightforward agreement or guiding a complex transaction, Joe brings practical judgment and personal attention to matters large and small.
"Joe was responsive, communicative and a real advocate for me. He was thorough with the work, and managed expectations very clearly. I would 100% hire Joe again, and may do so very soon."
Harry N.
Experienced business advisor and in-house counsel with extensive litigation experience, representing parties in a variety of complex commercial disputes, including securities, financial fraud, contract, and antitrust litigation.
"Harry was super thorough and thoughtful in reviewing my contract drafts. A pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!"
Jehan C.
Experience business, estate and intellectual property attorney ready to serve entrepreneurs and creatives in all 50 state and those that have wills and estate planning needs in the District of Columbia.
"Jehan was responsive, spent time understanding the issue and provided a solution. Thank you."
October 24, 2025
Kevin S.
Over 10 Years of Litigation and Transactional experience.
Jen D.
I’m a business attorney with 25+ years of experience helping companies and creators protect their brands and get deals done right. After two decades working in-house for consumer product companies, I know how to balance legal protection with real-world business needs—and I bring that practical approach to every contract I handle.
November 7, 2025
kresimir p.
Kresimir Peharda is a corporate and M&A attorney. His clients benefit from his experience representing public companies and hands-on operational experience in three start-ups, two in healthcare and one in real estate. Kresimir has assisted his public clients in IPOs, spin-offs, going private transactions, SEC compliance, corporate governance, corporate reorganizations and complex financing transactions. He advises early stage and middle market companies on contracts, equity compensation, debt and equity financing, mergers and acquisitions, and shareholder matters.
Sean W.
Sean is an accomplished legal counsel with more than 10 years of experience providing assistance to individuals and companies of different sizes, from startups to Fortune 500s. He has been involved with various industries including biotechnology, consulting, healthcare, finance, hospitals, industrial manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, retail, software, and sports. He has been a key legal advisor and strategic business partner to senior leaders and stakeholder management, advising on a broad range of legal, contractual, corporate, and regulatory compliance matters on behalf of leading organizations in the U.S. and abroad.
Real Estate Legal Questions and Answers
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Real Estate Purchase Agreement
Florida
Deed
I am on a deed with my brother. He took a loan out on the home and fallen behind on payments. What can I do to protect my half of the deed and keep from losing our home.
Jason Q.
A joint owner of real estate can generally encumber the property, such as by mortgaging their interest, without permission of the other joint owner. If your brother falls behind on payments, the lender could foreclose on his interest in the property. They could then probably force a sale of the property in an action for partition. To prevent this, one option would be to pay off or assume the loan and buy out your brother's interest in the real estate. Since he is behind on his loan, you could probably drive a pretty hard bargain. If you do nothing, the lender could eventually take your brother's interest in the property and force a sale.
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Quitclaim Deed
Georgia
When to use a quitclaim deed?
I recently inherited a piece of property from a family member and I am looking to transfer ownership to another family member. I am not sure if a Quitclaim deed is the correct way to do this, and I am seeking legal advice to understand when to use a Quitclaim deed in this situation.
Bobby H.
Notwithstanding any statory formalities required for purposes of recording in the public records, in theory, any writing in which an owner intends to transfer propery that is adquatedly described and delivered to the transferee may function as a deed. However, in practice, you will find there are generally three broad categories of deeds mostly used to convey property in Georgia, depending on certain warranties, or the lack thereof, contained therein. These categorizes include warranty deeds, limited warranty deeds, and quitclaim deeds. In a warranty or general warranty deed, the grantor generally warrants title, and promises to defend the grantee against third party title claims that either arose, or which are based on events occuring at anytime during the grantor's ownership of property OR the ownership of any of the grantor's predecessors in title. In a limited warranty deed, a grantor generally only warrants and promises to defend the grantee against title claims which arose, or which are based on events occuring during the grantor's ownership. A quitclaim deed generally contains no warranties. Therefore, the grantee or transferee of a quitclaim deed has little to no recourse against the grantor if there is an issue with the title to the property based on the deed alone. Generally, in circumstances where there is a transfer of family property, between family members, in which no money is being exchanged, a quitclaim deed is fine. However, there may be certain tax consequences if the family member were to later resale the property. He/she may want to consult a tax professional prior to do so.
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Operating Agreement
District of Columbia
Review Operating Agreement for Real Estate Investment
I am planning to invest in LLC who is developing a project as class b share holders with fixed return Wanted to get advise on security of the investment
Jane C.
There are many attorneys on Contracts Counsel that can assist you with this matter.
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Release of Lien
Florida
Can a release of lien be obtained without paying off the underlying debt?
I purchased a property that had an existing lien on it, and the seller promised to obtain a release of lien before the closing, but now they are refusing to do so unless I pay off the remaining debt, even though the lien was filed against them, not me - I want to know if it is possible to obtain a release of lien without having to pay off the underlying debt.
Jorge G.
The standard practice is that any lien against the property should be paid off at or before closing. You should also have obtained title insurance, which generally covers liens that were not satisfied. You should have received a copy of your title insurance policy sometime after closing, and the lien coverage (or any exception) should appear on the policy. At this point, you should contact an attorney to review all of your closing documents and advise you on the best course of action.
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Agreement To Rent Or Lease
Illinois
Is new owner supposed to honor lease from previous owner in Illinois
New owner says he won't honor lease agreement from previous owner and is requesting to increase monthly rent.
Darryl S.
It would be advisable to have an attorney review your lease to see if that lease is terminated by sale of the property. You may also want to see the Purchase Agreement for the property to clarify if the buyer of the building has an obligation to continue honoring the lease.
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