Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Douglas, Alaska
At Barnum Law Firm, we prioritize SERVICE, LOYALTY, and TRUST in every client relationship. With offices in Douglas, Alaska, and Whitefish, Montana, our boutique firm specializes in estate planning, business development, real estate law, and pet planning. Our founder, Kris Barnum, brings over two decades of experience from private practice and federal service to deliver personalized legal solutions. We focus on creating sustainable disability and estate plans tailored to individual client needs while celebrating entrepreneurial spirit through business entity formation and growth support. Our unique approach extends to pet planning services, ensuring all family members receive protection in estate documents.Committed to continuous improvement, we maintain memberships in the American Bar Association, Alaska Bar Association, and Montana Bar Association. Our team combines legal expertise with real-world business knowledge through Heidi McDaniel's administrative leadership. We serve clients across Alaska and Montana, emphasizing clear communication and long-term client relationships. Our practice reflects a dedication to earning client trust through transparent, client-centered legal services. By maintaining small-firm personalization, we ensure each client receives individualized attention throughout their legal journey.
Services
Estate Planning
Business Development
Real Estate Law
Pet Planning
Landlord Tenant
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized estate planning solutions tailored to individual client needs
- Our team combines federal law enforcement experience with private practice expertise
- We specialize in unique pet planning services for animal companions
- We provide business formation services with entrepreneurial insight
- Our attorneys maintain active memberships in state and national bar associations
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning practice creates customized disability and succession plans tailored to individual client circumstances. We focus on sustainable solutions that protect assets and ensure client wishes are honored. Our approach combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance through life's important transitions.
Business Services
We assist entrepreneurs with entity formation and business growth strategies. Our services support startups and established businesses through legal structure creation and registered agent services. We emphasize practical solutions that align with clients' entrepreneurial goals and community impact aspirations.
Pet Planning
Our unique pet planning services ensure clients' animal companions receive proper care in estate documents. We create comprehensive plans addressing pet guardianship, financial provisions, and succession planning. This specialized service extends traditional estate planning to include all family members regardless of species.
Real Estate Law
We provide real estate legal services informed by decades of experience in property transactions. Our practice addresses residential and commercial property needs with attention to clients' long-term investment goals. We combine legal expertise with practical business insights for effective real estate solutions.
Landlord Tenant
Our landlord-tenant practice balances property owner rights with legal compliance requirements. We offer guidance on lease agreements, eviction procedures, and tenant disputes while maintaining focus on clients' investment protection and regulatory adherence.
People
Kris L. Barnum
Attorney at Law
Former FBI special agent with 28 years of Juneau legal practice experience. Specializes in estate planning and business law. Licensed in Alaska and Montana. Member of multiple bar associations.
Heidi N. McDaniel
Legal Assistant
Former real estate appraiser with 17 years in high-wealth property markets. Transitioned to legal administration with expertise in office management and client services.
Questions
What areas of law does Barnum Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in estate planning, business development, real estate law, pet planning, and landlord-tenant matters across Alaska and Montana.
How does the firm approach estate planning differently?
We create personalized plans focusing on sustainability and client-specific needs while incorporating pet protection provisions as part of comprehensive estate strategies.
Can out-of-state clients work with the firm?
Yes, we serve clients in both Alaska and Montana with flexible communication options including virtual consultations and document preparation.
What experience does the attorney have?
Kris Barnum has over 30 years of legal experience including federal service with the FBI and private practice specializing in estate planning since 1987.
