Recognitions
- Chambers USA
Band 4, Nationwide Franchising (2016-2022)
- Named an Acritas Star (2019-2021)
In every year since 2002, Barry has been listed in Who's Who Legal: The International Who's Who of Business Lawyers. In every year since 2006, he has been listed in every edition of The Best Lawyers in America. In every year since 2006, he has been named a Virginia Super Lawyer. In every year since 2007, he has been named a Washington, DC Super Lawyer. Barry was selected as one of the top 100 Franchise Legal Eagles by Franchise Times in 2004 as well as in every year since 2006. Barry was named in 2018 as Best Lawyers Lawyer of the Year for Franchise Law in the DC/VA area.
Barry "is known for his representation of franchisors in disputes involving unfair competition, trademark matters and franchise terminations, among others. He is also considered to be an expert in alternative dispute resolution and mediation." Sources have said he "is a 'very thorough and hard-working litigator' who is 'very careful and prepares very well for everything.'" One client commented that Barry is "outstanding in preparation, responsiveness and performance both in and outside of the courtroom."
Additional Accomplishments
Barry has been honored with a CFE designation after completing the training program from the educational arm of the International Franchise Association, the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives.