About
The Law Offices of Michael Beard (BeardLegal, LLC) is a law firm in Oakland formed in June 2012, with a concentration in business law, commercial litigation, construction law and general business counseling. The firm describes itself as veteran-owned.
Construction and Commercial Litigation
The firm focuses on organizations in the construction industry and has represented contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, sureties and project owners. It handles contract negotiations, claim preparation, bonding and bond claims, litigation and alternative dispute resolution, as well as other commercial disputes.
Business and Transactional Work
For businesses the firm provides contract creation, review and negotiation; licensing and copyright matters; ownership transition; mergers and acquisitions; strategic planning; risk management and litigation audits; and commercial lease review and negotiation. It also offers business formation and resident agent services.
About Michael Beard
Michael Beard has more than 20 years of experience as a trial attorney, 10 years as an executive for a government contractor and 8 years in the United States Navy. He holds a B.S. from the University of Maryland, a JD from the University of Baltimore and an LL.M. in Environmental Law from The George Washington University, and is a member of the bar of the State of Maryland.
Address
12 S 3rd St, Suite 3, Oakland, MD 21550