Alicia Raines Barrs

Alicia Raines Barrs

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Alicia Barrs leverages her formidable litigation and business acumen to resolve serious disputes both in and out of the courtroom. An astute trial attorney, Alicia ably navigates intricate litigation across diverse practice areas – ranging from eminent domain and commercial litigation to trade secret litigation and white collar matters. Her intuitive and impactful courtroom presence and persuasive arguments have earned her recognition in the industry.

Versatility and strategic thinking often translate into tangible benefits for Alicia’s clients. Alicia is dedicated to bringing order to large-scale, multifaceted cases, efficiently managing hundreds of lawsuits across multiple jurisdictions. Her ability to streamline convoluted matters into focused talking points results in effective representation tailored to specific client business objectives.

Outside the courtroom, Alicia concentrates on antitrust counseling, compliance, and internal investigations. She builds nimble teams and quickly synthesizes information, identifying tailored solutions and implementing strategies aligned with client objectives. Her experience includes guiding clients through Hart-Scott-Rodino filings for mergers and acquisitions, conducting market analyses, and adeptly responding to civil investigative demands from government agencies with precision and insight.

High-profile compliance monitoring roles round out Alicia’s practice, including oversight assistance for a major U.S. medical device manufacturer and monitoring U.S. export control compliance for Chinese telecommunications giants. This breadth of experience enhances Alicia’s ability to provide comprehensive, forward-thinking advice to clients across many industries.

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I bring my intellect, passion, and tireless commitment to ensuring clients are powerfully represented both in and out of the courtroom."
Credentials

Education

  • Indiana University Kelley School of Business, B.S., management, human resources and international studies and a minor in economics, magna cum laude
  • The College of William & Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law, J.D., member of the Journal of Women and the Law, on the executive boards of the William & Mary National Trial Team

Bar Admissions

  • District of Columbia
  • Indiana
  • Texas

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
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