Michael Barry is a partner at Arnall Golden Gregory LLP and co-chair of the firm’s Healthcare practice and member of the firm’s Executive Committee. He advises independent physician groups and specialty practices nationwide on transactions, governance, and regulatory strategy, with a strong focus on capital alignment structures, medical practice sales, acquisitions, and joint ventures. Michael regularly counsels practice leaders on corporate practice of medicine considerations, shareholder and employment agreements, physician transitions, restrictive covenants, and the operational and compliance issues that arise as groups grow or evaluate outside investment. He has a practical, on-point style to working through complex legal issues and his clients appreciate his confident negotiation skills.
With more than 25 years of experience and a background as a healthcare tax consultant with an MBA, Michael provides well-rounded legal advice rooted in solid business practices. He has guided multi-specialty and single specialty practices through expansion initiatives, ownership restructurings, and leadership transitions, helping physicians maintain autonomy while pursuing long term stability. Michael also advises national practice management organizations on regulatory matters, including fraud and abuse considerations, HIPAA compliance, and alternative payment models, always with an eye toward protecting physician interests and supporting sustainable, physician led growth.