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Richard Samuel Barid

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  • Savannah, GA
  • Licensed for 25 years
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About Richard

Thank you for visiting my profile. I look forward to helping you explore your estate planning goals, your special needs planning requirements, and/or your elder law needs to design a plan that will best protect your family and your assets for the future.

Practice areas

Estate planningElder law
  1. Elder law: 50%

    A qualified elder law attorney can help you and your family find peace of mind about the staggering costs of long-term care. We help seniors and their families with legal planning for long-term care.

  2. Estate planning: 50%

    Our firm is dedicated to providing you with quality estate planning and elder law resources, so you can become familiar with all of the existing options. When you visit or call our office, we want you to feel comfortable discussing important issues concerning both you and your family. We arm you with the information you need to make an informed decision about your family's future.

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Smith Barid, LLC

7393 Hodgson Memorial Dr.
Suite 202
Savannah, GA, 31406

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
GAActive Member in Good Standing 199610/17/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers17
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Georgia Legal EliteGeorgia Trend Magazine2011
Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2010
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerSmith Barid, LLC2006 - Present
AssociateDaryl J. Walker & Associates1997 - 2006
AssociateBarr, Warner, Lloyd, & Henifin1996 - 1997
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Academy of VA Pension PlannersMember2010 - Present
ElderCounselMember2010 - Present
WealthCounselMember2009 - Present
Advisors ForumMember2009 - Present
Savannah Estate Planning CouncilMember2007 - Present
Savannah Bankruptcy Bar AssociationPresident2005 - Present
Family Bar of SavannahMember2001 - Present
Savannah Trial Lawyers AssociationMember1997 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember1996 - Present
Savannah Bar AssociationMember1996 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember2006 - 2009
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Savannah Morning News / Business in SavannahYour Estate Plan in Wake of Estate Tax Repeal2010
Coastal SeniorWhat is Probate and Why Should I Care?2007
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Georgia, AthensJD - Juris Doctor1996
University of Georgia, AthensBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Mid Morning LiveTax Planning2013
Hot Topics CLEVA Aid & Attendance / Pension2013
Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society MeetingSpecial Needs Planning2013
In-Service for Discharge CaseworkersElder Law & VA Aid & Attendance2012
Mid-Morning LivePet Trusts2012
Meeting of Effingham County Asperger's and Autism Support GroupSpecial Needs Planning2010
Continuing Education SeminarBasic Estate Planning2009
Continuing Education SeminarBasic Estate Planning2009
Meeting of Richmond Hill Asperger's Support GroupSpecial Needs Planning2009
Continuing Education SeminarBasic Estate Planning2008
Smart SeniorsBasic Estate Planning2008
Public Educational SeminarsBasic Estate Planning2008
Gulfstream PresentationBasic Estate Planning2007
Smart SeniorsBasic Estate Planning2007
Public Educational SeminarsBasic Estate Planning2007

Reviews

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I have found my real estate attorney too.

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Richard Barid has a professional demeanor and is exact regarding the estate planning of the law. He takes the time to help you understand your needs and speaks with respect, knowledge, professionalism and terms you can understand. Most important he allows you to see the complete picture by providing useful information you would not necessarily think about. The Professionalism is continued throughout his staff. I do not have a million dollar estate but in the end as you leave the office you are confident in your decisions and in Mr. Barid ….so I left feeling like a million dollars!  Thanks you Mr. Barid!

I have found my real estate attorney

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Mr. Barid and his firm were extremely helpful in setting up a living trust for me. I knew about the importance of setting up a trust, but I knew none of the mechanics of doing so. Everyone from the receptionist, to the paralegals, to Rich himself were not only extremely knowledgeable, but they were extremely kind and personable. As a physician, I came knowing very little about real estate law, and Rich and his staff cogently oriented me to the structure of my trust, how to make modifications, and how the trust would be executed in the event of my death. I am leaving this region of the country soon, but I am keeping my real estate in Georgia. I have a lot of peace of mind knowing that Rich's team is available should I have any concerns. I have consulted him several times since he first assisted me with the creation of my trust, and my calls are always returned promptly. Furthermore, Rich has always been available (even at the sacrifice of his lunch hour) to see me soon. I emphatically recommend Rich Barid as a real estate attorney. I look forward to utilizing his services again in the future.

Mistake No. 1

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I hired Richard to handle my estate questions and problems. He promised me prompt service and advised on benefits I knew nothing about. Unfortunately, he could not complete the assigned tasks due to unforseen events. I made the mistake of paying him for work not done. I am out the money due to his flat fee for services. Will not hire him again.
Richard Barid's response: We're so sorry you had a bad experience. As you know, we have a flat fee engagement that most of our clients appreciate because the cost is up front and clear. We stand by the work and effort we dedicated to your matter.

Attorney endorsements

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Dondra O'Neal, Estate planning Attorney on May 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer and send clients to him for their estate planning needs every chance I get. Because he specializes in estate work, he is extremely knowledgeable and competent in this area of law.

Ralph Riddle, Tax Attorney on Dec 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Billy Tomlinson, Estate planning Attorney on Sep 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Not only do I routinely refer clients to Richard I have used Richard for my own personal estate planning. I would strongly endorse this attorney!

Jamie Casino

I endorse this lawyer.

James Stevens, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I knew this lawyer before he started practicing law and I have watched him develop a successful law practice committed to helping people and their families with their legal needs. I am a trial lawyer and refer my personal injury clients to this lawyer for all of their estate planning and elder law needs when these issues arise in my clients' cases or in their lives in general. I endorse this lawyer. Brad Stevens

John McKinley, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 5, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Barid is an outstanding attorney to whom I would not hesitate to refer matters involving friends or family. His superior knowledge of the subject matter coupled with a common sense approach in explaining the legal issues to clients is refreshing.

Amy Copeland, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 22, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Richard is conscientious, hard-working, and an all-around nice guy. He is an excellent choice for your estate planning needs.

Kenneth Johnson, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 23, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have referred many clients in need of Estate Planning services to Richard. The feedback from those clients has been universally positive. Richard is a detail oriented and bright lawyer.

Howard Spiva, Wills and living wills Attorney on Oct 25, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard is a hard working and companionate lawyer. He cares about his clients. He is very smart and has a great sense of humor. He helps many people with his public seminars and hosting and talk radio appearances. I have referred friends to his office for estate planning. I lend him my personal endorsement. Howard Spiva, Attorney www.spivalaw.com

Birney Bull, Estate planning Attorney on Aug 27, 2008
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Richard is extremely competent and conscientious. He knows his field, and he is well-versed in the technologies that complement it. I highly recommend him.

Michael Smith, Estate planning Attorney on Feb 19, 2008
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer's work.

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