T. B.

20 years of experience providing superior legal counsel on an array of litigation and transactional matters. Successfully handled complex litigation in federal and state trial and appellate courts and before administrative boards. Served as an expert consultant, assessing potential liability exposure in complex cases for various jurisdictions.

Handled complex procurement issues involving the Federal DBE statutes (Parts 23 and 26) and local Equal Business Enterprise programs. Provided training on various legal issues including, but not limited to, jury trials, immunities and legal ethics.

Managing Partner at Law Office of Tamara N. Baines, LLC (2017-08 – Present)

• Handles an array of civil litigation cases in federal and state court
• Serves as an expert consultant, assessing potential liability exposure in pending cases
• Speaks on various legal issues throughout the country and abroad
• Negotiates, reviews and drafts contracts
• Advises on various procurement issues

Senior Assistant City Attorney at City of Atlanta (2004-09 – 2017-07)

• Successfully litigated complex civil cases in federal and state trial and appellate courts
• Assessed pending cases and provided advice on liability exposure
• Provided legal advice on an array of procurement matters
• Reviewed and negotiated contracts and legislation
• Supervised junior attorneys and law school interns handling litigation matters

Agency Legal Specialist at Georgia Department of Transportation (1999-01 – 2004-09)

• Provided day-to-day legal counsel to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and other staff
• Argued cases before the Office of State Administrative Hearings
• Drafted and reviewed contracts
• Served as a liaison with the Georgia Department of Law on select litigation matters
• Provided department-wide training on an array of legal issues

JD in Law – Georgia State University College of Law (1997)

BA – Georgia State University (1994)