OUR ATTORNEYS
Roxan Kerr has been practicing law for more than a decade. She is the Managing Principal of RA Kerr Law. Her practice involves all facets of litigation – from criminal defense to civil actions – as well as transactional matters. Ms. Kerr concentrates her civil practice in the areas of commercial contracts and real estate. Her real estate litigation experience includes actions pertaining (read more)
PRACTICE AREAS
RA Kerr Law is a boutique law firm with experienced attorneys that practice in many different areas of the law. While our Special Practice Areas focus on using a multidisciplinary approach to deliver elite legal services to Main Street America, RA Kerr Law’s General Practice Areas reflect singular areas of the law where we are perfectly positioned to assist virtually any client. Occasionally we draw on the expertise of affiliated attorneys in related fields to best serve your needs. Click on the links below for more information on what we have to offer.
Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)
When a dispute arises, RA Kerr Law offers you Alternate Dispute Resolution ("ADR") as an efficient, cost-effective alternative to traditional, complex litigation proceedings. When you engage in ADR, your interests are protected on multiple levels, including: minimized publicity, reduced costs, decreased time delays, reduced or eliminated discovery and diminished injury to business relationships. We work carefully with each client to determine the best method for a resolution. Our attorneys are dedicated to efficiently guiding you through the various ADR processes, including:
- Arbitration
- Mediation
Business & Commercial Law
Businesses require a plethora of legal services – from assistance with business formation to dissolution… and everything in between, i.e., contract review and drafting to unexpected business disputes. RA Kerr offers the following legal services:
- Business Formation
- Commercial Contracts
- Commercial Leasing
- Copyright and Trademark
Consultation
Outside General Counsel
When businesses are unsure of the laws regarding their employees and business associates, productivity and ingenuity tend to be stagnant and fail to move to the next level. Having a general counsel to take care of your every legal need is a true marker of a successful business. An Outside General Counsel gives growing businesses the best of both worlds: your own lawyer that knows your company’s every need without the overhead of having one on staff. RA Kerr Law has extensive experience in many areas of the law and expertise on how to help businesses become and stay legally healthy. Our attorneys will be a phone call away to give on the spot advice regarding simple legal issues and more detailed advice and representation for more complex issues.
Legal Consultation
RA Kerr Law attorneys have served on an array of legal panels and have been tapped for their legal know-how and expertise. RA Kerr Law attorneys are available to speak at conferences and corporate events.
Criminal Law
The legal promise in America is that everyone is innocent until proven guilty and the prosecutor has the burden of proof in all criminal cases. Whether you have committed a crime or are innocent of all charges, RA Kerr Law attorneys are committed to holding the state to that promise and to that burden. If you are charged with a crime or know someone that has been arrested, go to our “Articles and Resources” page for immediate “Do’s and Don’ts” then contact us as soon as possible for legal assistance. RA Kerr Law stands ready to assist with the following charges:
- Assault/ Battery/ Hazing
- Drunk/ Reckless Driving
- Expungement Proceedings & Boards of Pardon
- Disorderly Conduct/ Resisting Arrest
- Driving on Suspended or Revoked License
- Possession of Marijuana or Other Controlled Substance
- Theft Crimes: Burglary, Larceny, Shoplifting, Bad Checks; Embezzlement
- Traffic Citations/ Violations and Speeding Tickets
- Underage Drinking
Litigation
RA Kerr Law has extensive experience in all facets of general litigation. This experience includes matters pertaining to breach of contract, fraud, violation of New York and the District of Columbia's consumer protection act, tortious interference with contract, civil conspiracy, tortious interference with economic opportunities, misrepresentation, and defamation. RA Kerr Law attorneys also have real estate litigation experience including bringing and defending actions pertaining to commercial lease disputes, condemnation of property, specific performance of purchase and sale agreements, possession of commercial property, and reformation of deeds of trust. This experience also includes defending clients against suits pertaining to the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act, nuisance, zoning violation, negligence, and breach of right of first refusal and right of first offer. RA Kerr Law attorneys have represented clients in court or in arbitration in New York, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. Take us to court in any type of litigation, including:
- Business Disputes
- Contract Disputes
- Consumer Protection Disputes
- Defamation and Libel Suits
- Domestic/ Family Disputes
- Negligence Cases
- Real Estate Disputes
Real Estate Law
RA Kerr Law has experience with respect to the many facets of real estate law: from residential and commercial leasing (from both the landlord and tenant perspective) to condominium registration. Whether your matter involves registration, litigation, or negotiating/ drafting/ reviewing a lease, RA Kerr Law comes to the table as a strong advocate for you. RA Kerr’s real estate services include the following:
- Landlord and Tenant Representation
- Condominium Registration
- Retail Leasing
- Closing/ Settlement Work
- Construction Law
Turning Stumbling Blocks into Stepping Stones
Some legal issues are enough to put some businesses out of business. RA Kerr Law is available to assist at every stage to help your business overcome those issues and challenges. The following practice areas are of special interest to most businesses: Business Formation, Contracts, Litigation, and Real Estate.
Stop Creditors in Their Tracks
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One Mistake Can Have Life-Long Ripple Effects
RA Kerr Law has extensive experience in all facets of general litigation. This experience includes matters pertaining to breach of contract, fraud, violation of New York and the District of Columbia's consumer protection act, tortious interference with contract, civil conspiracy, tortious interference with economic opportunities, misrepresentation, and defamation. RA Kerr Law attorneys also have real estate litigation experience including bringing and defending actions pertaining to commercial lease disputes, condemnation of property, specific performance of purchase and sale agreements, possession of commercial property, and reformation of deeds of trust. This experience also includes defending clients against suits pertaining to the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act, nuisance, zoning violation, negligence, and breach of right of first refusal and right of first offer. RA Kerr Law attorneys have represented clients in court or in arbitration in New York, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. Take us to court in any type of litigation, including:
- Business Disputes
- Contract Disputes
- Consumer Protection Disputes
- Defamation and Libel Suits
- Domestic/ Family Disputes
- Negligence Cases
- Real Estate Disputes
Offering Peace of Mind
More and more purchasers just like you are seeking the assistance of RA Kerr Law to terminate or void a purchase and sale contract because the seller refuses to honor the terms in the agreement or you learned that the property is a money pit and you want out. Maybe you already purchased the property and the seller refuses to fix a problem that you just discovered or you want to get out of the property all together. Another familiar real estate dispute is one between neighbors regarding property boundaries, renovations, or other complaints. If any of these scenarios sound familiar, we can help you. For a reasonable fee, we prepare a well written legal demand letter to the opposing party making him/her aware in no uncertain terms that his/her actions will not be tolerated. We also take on the negotiating for you to resolve the matter. We have been very successful in getting the relief sought by our clients! If we are unable to resolve your issue without litigation, we offer you a significant discounted billable rate or a flat fee should you decide to take the matter to court. Do NOT wait to contact us because very often there are good arguments to get you out of the contract but you don’t know them or your ability to walk away from the contract is limited by timeframes set out in your contract. Contact us today.