Charles P. Barnes
Of Counsel
(248) 723-5500
charles@demolaw.com
About
Charles focuses on transactional legal practice in contract formation, review and negotiation, corporate formation and governance, mergers, sales and acquisitions, due diligence review, real estate, capital acquisition, human resources and employment. Charlie also practices in the area of finance, accounting and estate planning.
Education
- Michigan State School of Law, J.D. 1990
- Walsh College, Master of Science-Finance, candidate
- Walsh College, BBA-Finance, 1984
Bar Admissions
- Member of the State Bar of Michigan for over 25 years
- US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
Community Involvement
- American Heart Association, former board member
- Michigan Cancer Foundation-Partners, former board member
Professional Experience
- Charlie has had a diverse career involving investment and management of several entrepreneurial successes. He has served in roles as Vise President-Sales, Investment Banker, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance, HR & IT, and General Counsel. He has worked in wholesale distribution, automotive supply, manufacturing, restaurant franchises, staffing, trade associations, and commercial brokerage industries.
Affiliations
- Tooling, Manufacturing & Technology Association, former board member
- Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) - Tax and Accounting Workshop, Entrepreneurial Law Institute
