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Daniel T Barker
also known as Barker Richardson, PLLC
About Daniel
Biography
A native of New Bern, North Carolina, Daniel graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1989 after graduating from Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia. He then attended Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama, earning a Juris Doctorate Degree in 1992. During his third year of law school, Daniel was elected and served as President of the Student Bar Association. Daniel returned to Raleigh to begin his career as a sole practitioner for six years in the areas of real property transactions, criminal defense and civil litigation before joining the Raleigh office of Stubbs & Purdue in 1999. After practicing in bankruptcy court for a year, he returned to solo practice until 2016, when he and current law partner, Ian Richardson formed Barker Richardson, PLLC. From 1999-2009, Mr. Barker was certified by the North Carolina State Bar - Board of Legal Specialization as a Certified Specialist in Real Property Law, Residential Transactions. Daniel is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, the North Carolina Bar Association, Wake County Bar Association and Tenth Judicial District Bar and the Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers. Daniel has more than twenty-four years of experience in the private practice of law, and is admitted to practice in all North Carolina State Courts as well as the United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Mr. Barker has served on the boards of several non-profit entities, including serving as a Trustee for The Montessori School of Raleigh, where he was Vice President in 2009-10, as well as a Founding Board Member of The Childs Advocate (now a part of Legal Aid of North Carolina). In addition, Mr. Barker currently serves on the Communications/Technology Committee of the Wake County Bar Association. In December 2017, Daniel was elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Wake County Bar Association and Tenth Judicial District Bar for a three-year term 2018-2020. In July 2018, Daniel began service on the 4All Service Day and Privacy and Data Security Committees of the NCBA for 2018-2019.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Litigation
50%
33 years
Criminal Defense
20%
33 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
33 years
Animal and Dog Bites
5%
33 years | 3 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-325 per hour
Contingency
15%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 30 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 32 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Barker Richardson, PLLC
318 South McDowell Street, Post Office Box 95, Raleigh, NC, 27602-0095
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Daniel T Barker's Reviews
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Posted by Stacie | June 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great service and results
Daniel helped with a speeding ticket my daughter received in another NC county. He was great to work with. Knowledgeable, informative, very responsive (both text and email) and got the best possible outcome for us!
Posted by John D. | January 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Positive outcome in Durham Co.
Attorney Barker represented me in Durham County traffic court. He was responsive to my questions, kept me up-to-date on all developments, and got a positive outcome. I will definitely use him again if the need arises and recommend him to all my friends.
Posted by Deborah Ireland | July 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Recommended
I highly recommend the legal services of Barker Richardson Daniel Barker is professional, thorough, knowledgeable, protective, personable, caring and supportive. Daniel has represented me in a separation and divorce case since early summer 2015. What started out as a simple case became very compl...
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2014
A very good ole fashioned lawyer
A very honest, trustworthy and like able lawyer and person. He's quick to tell you if your question is not in his practice area, and even quicker to find the answer or refer you to someone that practices in that area. Very competent and great results!
Daniel T Barker's Lawyer Endorsements
"Daniel does a fantastic job catering to the needs of his clients. He is a hard worker, and is knowledgeable about many different areas of law."
"I am happy to endorse Daniel T. Barker. He is a creative and thorough lawyer who always fights hard for his clients. Daniel works tirelessly to protect his clients, whether they have been injured by the negligence of others or charged with a crime. Daniel is also devoted to the Raleigh community, dedicating his time and resources to various organizations and causes. I am pleased to call Daniel my law partner, and would highly recommend his legal services to friends, family, and colleagues."
"What can I say about Daniel Barker?? Well, there is certainly not enough space in this review for me to adequately describe how amazing Daniel is. As a fellow attorney in the Wake County legal community, I have great respect for Daniel and his abilities as an attorney. He is well versed in many areas of the law and is extremely smart. Daniel is a zealous advocate for his clients and is focused on providing extraordinary customer service. I have experienced firsthand Daniel's commitment to his clients when he recently assisted me with an issue during a real estate closing gone wrong. Daniel went above and beyond to help me during a really tough time. Daniel is willing to assist others in really difficult and complex legal situations and has the ability to make others feel confident and relaxed during the process. I would certainly recommend Daniel to anyone looking for a super sharp attorney who also has that personal touch and commitment to customer service."
"Daniel is a caring and competent lawyer in traffic, criminal, and real estate law. He is honest and trustworthy and works hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan is a great criminal defense lawyer who is able to fully grasp the nuances of the case and to negotiate the best plea or masterfully defend the client to attain the best trial result."
William Plyler
Wrongful death lawyer
William Webb
Criminal defense lawyer
F. Brice
Environmental and natural resources lawyer
Kristi Haddock
Criminal defense lawyer
Anne Debnam
Divorce and separation lawyer
Ian Richardson
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Managing Partner, Barker Richardson, PLLC
2000 - 2016
Attorney, Law Offices of Daniel T. Barker, PLLC
1999 - 2000
Partner, Stubbs & Perdue, PA
1993 - 1999
Attorney, Daniel T. Barker, Attorney
Associations
2017 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2017 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2014 - Present
Wake County Bar Association, Bar Flyer CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationTechnology Committee
2008 - Present
The Childs Advocate of Legal Aid of North CarolinaBoard Member
2005 - Present
The Montessori School of RaleighBoard of Trustees
1995 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
1993 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
1993 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial LawyersMember
1993 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$2 Million Settlement in Duplin County Wrongful Death Case
Settlement for Policy Limits
Education
1992
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
Juris Doctor
1989
North Carolina State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
NCBA 4ALL Statewide Service Day
Various Legal Issues
2015
NCBA 4ALL Statewide Service Day
Various Legal Topics
2014
NCBA 4ALL Statewide Service Day
Various Legal Issues
Publications
1992
American Journal of Trial Advocacy
Interspousal Immunity and Domestic Torts: A New Twist on "The War of the Roses"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides