Overview
Barry Hackney has been a trial attorney in Virginia since 1970 and participated in many jury and non-jury cases as well as administrative hearings, arbitration proceedings, mediations and appeals involving contract disputes, commercial and real estate matters.
The focus of his practice includes the representation of contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, construction project owners and bonding companies, title insurance companies and/or their insureds in all matters involving ownership of real estate or insurance coverage under a title policy and the representation of corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, shareholders, individuals and entrepreneurs on a variety of general corporate, employment and business issues.
Through the Trade Associations and Virginia State Bar CLE Programs, Barry has spoken on topics ranging from contract administration and project management to Uniform Commercial Code and its applicability in construction.
Recognition
Best Lawyers in America®
- Construction Law, 2005-2027
- Litigation - Construction, 2011-2027
Best Lawyers, “Richmond Lawyer of the Year,” Litigation – Construction, 2017
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent® - This is given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.
Named to “Legal Elite” (Construction), Virginia Business, 2003 - 2004; 2007 - 2010, 2013 - 2014 and 2017
Virginia Super Lawyers, Construction Litigation, Insurance Coverage, 2009 - 2010, 2025
Experience
Experience
Barry’s experience includes the:
- Representation of contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, construction project owners and bonding companies.
- Representation of title companies and/or their insureds in all matters involving ownership of real estate or insurance coverage under a title policy.
- Representation of corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, shareholders, individuals and entrepreneurs on a variety of general corporate/employment/business issues.
Perspectives
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Education
University of Richmond School of Law, J.D.
Hampden-Sydney College, B.A.
Admissions
- Virginia
AchievementHirschler Earns Best Lawyers In America® Recognitions For 52 Attorneys, Including 80% Of Partners And Of Counsel, Along With 17 Ones To Watch®
AchievementHirschler Earns Best Lawyers in America Recognitions for 51 Attorneys, One Honored as “Lawyer of the Year” and 23 as “Ones to Watch”
AchievementHirschler Increases Best Lawyers in America Recognitions to 47 Attorneys, Two Honored as “Lawyers of the Year” and Eight as “Ones to Watch”