Atty. Anthony Tyler Barnes

Atty. Anthony Tyler Barnes

Anthony Tyler Barnes is a lawyer practicing corporate law, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, technology licensing and 1 other area of law. Anthony received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Anthony Tyler Barnes at a glance

Anthony Tyler Barnes is a Counsel based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Varnum Llp. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1998) and Michigan (2003). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1998) and Kenyon College (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Georgia. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Anthony Tyler Barnes is a lawyer practicing corporate law, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, technology licensing and 1 other area of law
  • Anthony received a B.A. degree from Kenyon College in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Anthony practices at Varnum LLP in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Anthony Tyler Barnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Anthony Tyler Barnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Anthony Tyler Barnes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Anthony Tyler Barnes is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Michigan →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Anthony Tyler Barnes is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Anthony Tyler Barnes

Where is Anthony Tyler Barnes's law office located?
Anthony Tyler Barnes's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Varnum Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Anthony Tyler Barnes handle?
Anthony Tyler Barnes focuses on business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Anthony Tyler Barnes practiced law?
Anthony Tyler Barnes has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Anthony Tyler Barnes go to law school?
Anthony Tyler Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Anthony Tyler Barnes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Anthony Tyler Barnes received?
Anthony Tyler Barnes's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1998
B.A.
Kenyon College
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1998
Michigan
Admitted: 2003

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