William D. Tucker, III is the founding partner of Tucker Griffin Barnes, and one of Charlottesville-Albemarle’s leading experts in real estate law. Tucker’s 35 plus years of experience as a real estate lawyer, and his business acumen have helped create the success of Tucker Griffin Barnes. People seek out Tucker for his real estate and business expertise.
Born in Miami, Florida, Tucker grew up in Miami and Huntsville, Alabama. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida, Tucker moved to Charlottesville where he earned his J.D. from the University of Virginia in 1971. He was subsequently, admitted to the bar in both Virginia and Florida.
Tucker continues to reside in Charlottesville with his wife, Elly of 27 years, and their two children Dory, an elementary school teacher, and Josh a ninth-grader at Tandem Friends School. His eldest son Tee is a realtor in the Charlottesville area. Tucker involves himself with the community and is an active supporter of the local performing arts, and is an active member of Congregation Beth Israel. Currently, Tucker serves as a board member of the Piedmont Housing Alliance, the Paramount Theater, Tandem Friends School and Camp Albemarle.
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WILLIAM D. TUCKER, III
Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C.
307 W. Rio Road
Charlottesville, Virginia 22901
Education:
Juris Doctor, 1971, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, 1968, University of Florida
Employment:
1990 to present, Founding partner, and real estate lawyer with Tucker Griffin Barnes, P.C.
1971 - 1990, Real estate lawyer with Bailes, Lindstrom & Tucker and Tucker, Coles & Parker, P.C.
Practice Areas:
Real Estate: Purchases, Sales, Refinances, Tax Free Exchanges, Development
Troubled Real Estate: Short Sales, Loan Modifications, REO Purchases, Deeds in Lieu of Foreclosure
Business Transactions: Start-ups, Purchases, Sales and Mergers
Associations/Memberships:
1972 - Virginia Bar Association
1972 - Florida Bar Association
1980 - American Bar Association
Activities/Community Involvement:
1982-Present: Board Member of Camp Albemarle
1990-Present: Board Member of Paramount Theater
2009-Present: Board Member of Tandem Friends School
2009-Present: Board Member of Piedmont Housing Alliance
Previously: Board Member of Virginia Institute of Autism, Save the Fireworks, First Night Va, Charlottesville YMCA
Practice areas
Mostly residential real estate closings: Sales, Purchase, Refinancing, Short Sales and many others.
47 years
Mostly LLCs and small corporations, especially where real estate is involved.
47 years
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C. Attorneys At Law
307 West Rio Road
Charlottesville, VA, 22901
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9 South Augusta Street
Suite A
Staunton, VA, 24401
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265 Turkeysag Trail Suite 111 Lake Monticello Jefferson Centre
Palmyra, VA, 22963
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590 Neff Ave
Suite 2000
Harrisonburg, VA, 22801
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 1972 | 06/01/2022 |
VA | Authorized to Practice Law | 1971 | 03/25/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Favorite Law Firm in Charlottesville | Daily Progress | 2013 |
Best Law Firm in Charlottesville | C-Ville | 2013 |
Distinguished Attorneys | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
#1 Family Lawyer | Albemarle Family Magazine | 2010 |
Favorite Law Firm | C'ville Magazine | 2009 |
Favorite Law Firm | Daily Progress | 2009 |
Family Friendly Business | Youth & Family Services | 2003 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founding Partner | Tucker Griffin Barnes P.C. Attorneys At Law | 1990 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Charlottlesville Albemarle Bar Association | Member | 1990 - Present |
Florida Bar | Member | N/A |
Virginia Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Tucker's Tips | Another Contract "Termination" Option | 2014 |
Tucker's Tips | New Guidelines for FHA/HUD Short Sales | 2013 |
Tucker's Tips | The Charlottesville Spring Market - Is It Heating Up? | 2012 |
Tucker's Tips | Freedie Mac Attempts to Force use of REO Attorney | 2012 |
Tucker's Tips | When Do I Get My Keys? | 2012 |
Tucker's Tips | Surveys & Plats | 2012 |
Tucker's Tips | Insane Short Sale Story | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Virginia School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1971 |
University of Florida | BS - Bachelor of Science | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Seminar | Termite, Well & Septic Reports | 2014 |
Seminar | A Nonconforming Building vs. an Illegal Building | 2013 |
Seminar | Value of Physical Surveys | 2012 |
Seminar | REO & Short Sale Purchases | 2011 |
Short Sale Realtor Seminar | Short Sale State of the Union | 2010 |
First TIme Home Buyers Seminar | Buying Your First Home | 2010 |
Closing Seminar | Residential Settlements - Whats Involved | 2010 |
Realtor Update | New Good Faith Estimate Regulations | 2009 |
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I endorse this lawyer. I worked at Tucker Griffin Barnes for about 3 years. I found him to be an extremely knowledgeable and zealous advocate for his clients, while maintaining a high degree of professionalism. He enjoys an excellent reputation in the Charlottesville legal community. He has a dedicated staff who go out of their way to get the job done for their clients.
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