BARKER LAW GROUP - Key Persons


Jacques Alpacino Barker

Mr. Barker is an Atlanta native. He earned his bachelors degree from the University of West... Thank you for contacting us regarding your case. We recognize that time is of the essence. Therefore, we will evaluate your legal situation based on the facts presented and will respond within twenty hours. Thanks so much. Sincerely, Barker Law Group, P.C. Mr. Barker is an Atlanta native. He earned his bachelors degree from the University of West Georgia and juris doctorate from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. Mr. Barker obtained valuable experience through legal and compliance related positions, in both the public and private sector, before attending law school. While in law school, Mr. Barker interned for a small boutique law firm in Gwinnett County where he assisted with personal injury and contractual litigation cases. Prior to becoming the principal and managing attorney of BLG, he worked with a top mass tort, Atlanta law firm, on multi-million dollar MDL cases--the Wright Medical Hip and NFL concussion settlements. Mr. Barker has a passion for serving the community, especially at-risk youth. He's coached youth sports for almost twenty years and sat on the board of directors for nonprofit 501c3 youth organizations. He successfully hosted an annual food drive in honor of the Hosea Helps Foundation for several years and occasionally volunteers for other organizations as well. He also serves as Judge Pro Tem for the Municipal Court of Norcross. During his spare time, he enjoys supporting Atlanta's sports teams, spending quality time with his family, and visiting historic sites throughout Georgia. "At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst."

Roderick R. Jones

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel
Mr. Jones earned his bachelors degree from Brown University... Mr. Jones is a Washington, D.C. native. He earned his bachelors degree from the prestigious Brown University and juris doctorate from Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia. Mr. Jones has over 30 years of litigation and advocacy experience in workers' compensation, juvenile/child welfare, and personal injury. He works very closely with BLG and is the chief executive officer for R. Jones Legal Services, LLC. Mr. Jones loves serving the community and has been a fixture in the Atlanta youth sports community where he has served as a member of several 501C3 boards, as well as, coached and mentored youth athletes for over 25 years. "At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst."

Travis O. Foreman

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel
Mr. Foreman earned his bachelors degree from Georgia Southern University, masters degree from the University of Georgia, and juris doctorate from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. After law school, Mr. Foreman obtained valuable experience as a staff attorney for the Honorable Judge Lovett in Fulton County Juvenile Court. He also worked as an associate of a mid-sized criminal defense firm and as an contract attorney with Atlanta's Metro Conflict Defenders Office where he handled a wide variety of felony criminal defense cases. He earned several top awards in law school and worked as a high school teacher prior to receiving his juris doctorate. Currently, Mr. Foreman manages The Law Office of Travis Foreman, LLC. and works very closely with BLG to pursue justice for those that have been injured or wrongly accused. Additionally, he practices in the area of family law in regard to issues of modification, custody, and legitimation. Mr. Foreman has a passion for serving the community and enjoys taking every opportunity to fellowship in the legal community and to mentor Atlanta's at-risk youth. "At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst."

Tucker Football League

Job Titles:
  • Aforementioned Board Member / Vice President
  • Life Member

Van C. Armstrong

Job Titles:
  • of Counsel
Mr. Armstrong earned his bachelors degree from the University... Mr. Armstrong is a North Carolina native. He earned his bachelors degree from the University of Georgia and juris doctorate from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. While in law school, Mr. Armstrong participated in moot court and was an extern for several county district attorney and public defender offices where he assisted with various criminal matters--participating under the third year practice act. He works very closely with BLG and is the principal and managing attorney at The Law Offices of Van Christopher, LLC., where he handles criminal defense, family law, and personal injury matters. Mr. Armstrong has a passion for serving the community and enjoys doing pro bono work and volunteering in the community when time permits. "At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst."