Kerry E Slade, JD, MBA

Kerry Slade is the founder and Managing Partner of Slade Law Group. Licensed to practice law since 2008, she has litigated numerous cases in Pennsylvania and New York state and federal courts. Over her career, Kerry has reviewed and drafted hundreds of contracts, giving her the practical experience to help clients prevent legal problems before they start. Her MBA degree gives her an advanced understanding of business. Kerry's strengths are responsiveness, flexibility, writing, public speaking and cultural awareness.

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctor – Northwestern University School of Law (Top 10 U.S. law school)

• MBA – Temple University, Fox School of Business

• Former attorney at Hogan Lovells US and Freeborn & Peters in Chicago

• Former attorney at Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg in Philadelphia

• Partner at Freundlich & Littman prior to founding Slade Law Group

• Assistant Professor at Temple’s Fox School of Business (2019–2022)

Representative Matters

Our work reflects the breadth of our practice across business law, contract disputes, property rights, and individual legal services:

• Obtained court-ordered sale of property after tenant attempted to block transfer

• Achieved settlement in contentious dispute between neighboring property owners regarding adverse possession and easements

• Enforced non-compete agreements and confidentiality clauses with injunctions and damages

• Advised franchisees on franchise contracts and guarantees

• Formed LLCs and drafted operating agreements for businesses and rental property owners

• Negotiated business separation agreements between LLC members and partners

• Counseled professionals and executives on rights under company contracts

• Obtained legal name changes on behalf of transgender clients

• Prepared and recorded deeds to transfer properties tax-free, or file warranty deeds after Sheriff Sale