Catherine “Katie” P. Barr

Begin with the end in mind. I begin every transaction with my client’s end goal in mind, and use big picture thinking, combined with the nuances of the law, to achieve that goal in the most efficient way possible. If it can be done, I will use every legal method and creative strategy in my toolbox to make sure that it is. If it can’t be done, I will tell you that in a no-nonsense fashion right upfront, and then figure out a different way to get as closely as possible to that end goal.

Katie Barr is a commercial real estate attorney that has spent over a decade working within commercial real estate in several capacities, representing clients in the government, automotive, retail, and commercial real estate industries. Katie advises both landlords and tenants on commercial leasing transactions, including office, industrial, and retail leases. She regularly works with clients to structure and document ground leases. She also works with clients on the purchase and sale of commercial property from beginning to end, including negotiating and drafting purchase contracts, advising on title and survey matters, and closing the transaction. Katie has experience in planning and zoning matters, economic development strategies, tax appeals and revaluations, and condemnations. Having begun her career working with a large real estate developer, and later working with the Cabarrus County Attorney, Katie has the advantage of sitting on both sides of the table. She understands the unique challenges and objectives that developers, investors, and government agencies face in a real estate transaction, enabling her to get deals done.