Practical. Driven. Detail-oriented.
Will Barns is real estate attorney who supports clients with a wide range of commercial real estate transactions and related business matters.
Will works closely with developers, lenders, investors, and business owners to help move deals forward efficiently and thoughtfully—from initial diligence through closing. His work is grounded in clear communication and an understanding of what matters most at each stage of a transaction.
I’m draw to real estate work because it’s tangible and collaborative. I enjoy digging into details, anticipating problems before they arise, and helping clients feel informed at every stage of a deal.
What he's great at
Will works across a variety of real estate matters, including:
- Representing clients in acquisitions, sales, leasing, and financing
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating purchase and sale agreements, loan documents, and related contracts
- Conducting due diligence and coordinating closings for complex deals
- Reviewing complex title insurance issues
Why you'll enjoy working with him
Prior to practicing law, Will worked as a software implementation consultant at a leading national technology company, where he worked closely with clients to understand their operations, identify points of friction, and deliver workable solutions. That experience shapes the way he approaches real estate and transactional work today. A Maine native, Will is committed to serving clients across the state and throughout Northern New England with thoughtful, practical counsel grounded in an understanding of how deals function in the real world.
Who he is off the clock
A native Mainer, Will has a great appreciation for the unique outdoor opportunities afforded by his home state. When he’s not working, you’ll likely find him in the mountains of western Maine, on the waters of Casco Bay, or on the sidelines at one of his children’s sporting events.