Justin T. Banford

Justin T. Banford is a shareholder at Bean, Kinney and Korman who focuses on corporate, intellectual property, and business law. He advises government contractors, technology companies, and growing enterprises on formation, transactions, and governance. As outsourced general counsel, he serves as the primary legal advisor for founders and executives. His practice emphasizes long term relationships, strategic planning, and practical guidance that supports growth, risk management, and successful business transitions across multiple ventures.

Justin earned his J.D. from George Mason University School of Law and his B.A. from the University of Virginia. His legal education provided a strong foundation in corporate transactions, regulatory compliance, and analytical problem-solving. Combined with early professional experience, this training prepared him to advise business owners on complex legal structures, intellectual property considerations, and succession planning while aligning legal strategy with long-range operational and financial objectives.

Justin has helped entrepreneurs start more than five hundred companies and regularly guides executives through scaling, mergers, and exit strategies. His work includes business organizations, mergers and acquisitions, government contracting, and intellectual property matters such as data and software licensing. He also advises on estate, asset protection, and succession planning, helping closely held businesses protect value while preparing for leadership changes and future ownership transitions in complex, regulated commercial environments.

Clients rely on Justin T. Banford for clear communication, responsive counsel, and solutions grounded in business realities. He takes a proactive approach to risk management and long-term planning, allowing clients to focus on operations with confidence. By integrating corporate strategy, intellectual property protection, and succession planning, he helps individuals and families build durable enterprises, preserve wealth, and navigate growth.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Bean, Kinney & Korman
• Member, Virginia Bar Association
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Virginia
• Columbia
• Maryland

Education

• George Mason University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Virginia
  Bachelor of Arts

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