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also known as Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett, P.C.
At the Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett, PC, we are committed to providing exceptional legal services tailored to the unique needs of each client. We provide personalized legal solutions with integrity and dedication, empowering clients with peace of mind through expert guidance and compassionate advocacy.
ABOUT KATRINA:
Born and raised in the vibrant Chicagoland area, I was an elite gymnast during my formative years, which instilled in me a strong work ethic, discipline, and a competitive spirit. I began my post high school academic journey at Clemson University, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Sports Management. My time at Clemson fueled an already deep interest in both law and sports, which I further pursued during my studies at Chicago-Kent College of Law. I graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in May 2012 with a Juris Doctor degree, and successfully passed the Illinois Bar Exam to become a licensed attorney the same year.
My professional career has been diverse, including significant roles in the management, sports and legal fields. Before law school, I served as the Management and Administration Director at TigerPaw Productions at Littlejohn Coliseum from September 2005 to May 2008. In this role, I helped create a website to promote productions, developed a comprehensive marketing program including the design of promotional materials, and supervised a staff of approximately 50 for major events. I also managed operations related to beer and wine sales, handled cash flow, organized staff, facilitated communications, and interviewed potential hires.
During law school, I had the exciting opportunity to work as a Chicago Bulls Beat Reporter, where I interviewed players, wrote game previews and recaps, and covered the Chicago Bulls and other NBA teams. This role allowed me to develop strong communication skills and a deep understanding of the sports industry. As a legal intern for the accomplished Chicagoland sports and entertainment lawyer, Scott Andresen, I further strengthened my legal experience while obtaining hands on experience in the industry.
MY LEGAL JOURNEY
After graduating from Chicago-Kent College of Law, I was admitted to practice law in the State of Illinois and the Federal District Courts for the Northern District of Illinois. I began my legal career at a litigation firm where I focused on antitrust and family law matters for two years. In May 2014, I founded the Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett, P.C., with a vision to provide expert legal services to those navigating the complex world of sports and entertainment law, real estate matters, contracts, estate planning, and business law.
Since establishing my practice, I have been honored to receive several accolades, including being named an Illinois Rising Star by SuperLawyers and Chicago Magazine, and being recognized as a Top 10 Attorney in Real Estate Law by the Top 100 Attorneys Magazine. These achievements reflect my commitment to excellence and my standing in the legal community.
HOW MY FIRM CAN HELP YOU
I understand that every legal issue is unique, and I am dedicated to providing personalized and effective solutions. Whether you need assistance with a real estate transaction, employment and endorsement contract negotiations and drafting, or for your business’s legal needs, I am here to help. I approach each case with a focus on understanding my clients' unique needs, clear communication, and delivering solutions that help them achieve their goals. My comprehensive approach ensures that every detail is addressed, and I work tirelessly to provide the best outcomes for my clients. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
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401 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60611
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Posted by Zhe | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Awesome!
Katrina helps me to purchase my first property in the Chicago area. She is a really nice attorney with patience for explaining every details about the purchase. Especially when the closing date is approaching, she almost took care of everything about settlement. Even though I was not able to be prese...
Posted by April | May 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Great real estate lawyer
Katrina was an excellent lawyer for us. She made closing on our house a very smooth transition. She was on top of all paperwork and made sure we were aware of all information. If we had an issues, she was able to resolve them by completing the correct documentation.
Posted by Mike | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business
Don't Even Hesitate, Hire Katrina!
Katrina is our attorney for our marketing company. She helped us from the beginning from getting up and running to all of our partnership contracts and client contracts. We do quite a bit of complex agreements with our client's design work and Katrina not only helped us understand how to best onboar...
Posted by Ramsey | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Helped with both homes
Katrina has been a wonderful lawyer to work with. She helped my buy my first apartment ever. She made sure I am aware of the details that surround a condo association that I wouldn't have otherwise been aware of. When it was time to buy my second place, Katrina was the first person I reached out to. ...
Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
kmowledgeable and efficient
Ms. Barnett was referred to me for a real estate closing. It was a bit atypical as I was going to be out of town, and she had to handle the entire thing on her own. She got all of the materials to me in an organized fashion to have notarized, and she handled several awkward situations that my realtor...
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked on a very complicated probate matter with Katrina, she was very helpful in bringing the matter to a conclusion ."
"Katrina is an exceptionally talented, enthusiastic, compassionate advocate for her clients. I have complete confidence in the superiority of Katrina's legal skills and courtroom acumen due to my personal observation of the same, and I give her my highest recommendation, without reservation. I will happily refer Katrina to my divorce and family law clients who are in need of real estate legal services."
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2012
Deans List, Chicago-Kent College of Law
2011
Deans List, Chicago-Kent College of Law
2010
Finalist, Charles Evans Hughes Moot Court Oral Argument Competition
2010
Deans List, Chicago-Kent College of Law
2008
Deans List, Clemson University
2007
Presidents List, Clemson University
2006
Presidents List, Clemson University
2014 - Present
Managing Partner, Law Offices of Katrina M. Barnett
2011 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of George M. Sanders, P.C.
2008 - 2012
Intern, Andresen & Associates, PC
2016 - Present
Small Business Advocacy CouncilMember
2016 - Present
BNI InternationalMember
2012 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Women LawyersMember
2015 - 2017
Chicago Clemson Alumni ClubPresident-Elect
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Reviewing the 6.0 Real Estate Contract - For Real Estate Agents
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