Justin Barnard

Justin Barnard is an attorney at Dinse whose practice focuses on civil litigation and appeals. He represents businesses, individuals, colleges, universities, nonprofits, trustees, and executors. His matters include commercial disputes, legal malpractice claims, property disputes, constitutional issues, and contested trust and estate proceedings. He also advises nonprofits and educational institutions on endowments and charitable gifts, including compliance with rules governing the management of institutional funds.

Barnard earned a J.D. with distinction from Stanford Law School in 2008 and an A.B., magna cum laude, from Dartmouth College in 2002. He clerked for Judge Kermit V. Lipez of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit. His academic and judicial background supports the careful development of a case record, legal research, and analysis of issues that may become significant on appeal.

Barnard’s experience includes obtaining summary judgment for an international technology company in an earn-out dispute and defending law firms against malpractice claims. He has also represented solar developers in nuisance litigation and educational institutions in disputes involving artwork and charitable funds. Before joining Dinse, he practiced with Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan in Silicon Valley and served as an Assistant Attorney General in Maine.

Justin Barnard emphasizes deliberate strategy, close communication, and an early understanding of the client’s position. He considers negotiated or other practical solutions when litigation would impose unnecessary expense. His professional affiliations include leadership in the Vermont Bar Association’s Federal Practice Section and the Central Vermont Inns of Court. He brings trial and appellate experience together to help clients evaluate disputed issues and determine an appropriate path toward resolution.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Dinse, P.C.
• Member, The State Bar of California
• Member, Maine State Bar Association
• Chair of Federal Practice Section, Vermont Bar Association
• Executive Committee Member, Central Vermont Inns of Court

Licensed State

• California
• Maine
• Vermont

Education

• Stanford Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Dartmouth College
  A.B. Magna Cum Laude

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