
Brian W. Durrell, Business Attorney in Anchorage, Alaska
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatDurrell Law Group P C
Anchorage, AK
Practicing business in Anchorage since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Brian W. Durrell is a shareholder based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Brian has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law Group P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Anchorage, AK
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Planning · Probate
- Handles Business, Estate Planning, and Probate matters from Anchorage, AK.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brian W. Durrell: Brian W. Durrell is a shareholder based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Brian has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law Group P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on business, estate planning, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Planning
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Probate
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Business cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Brian takes business matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Brian takes estate planning matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Anchorage, Alaska
Brian takes probate matters in Anchorage, Alaska. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian W. Durrell — business lawyer in Anchorage
Brian W. Durrell is a shareholder based in Anchorage, AK. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Planning, and Probate. Brian has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Durrell Law Group P C. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Brian W. Durrell is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate law, business. Brian received a B.S. degree from Southern Oregon State College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Brian practices at Durrell Law Group, P.C. in Anchorage, AK.
Brian's approach to business cases
Mr. Brian W. Durrell is a lawyer practicing estate planning & probate law, business. Brian received a B.S. degree from Southern Oregon State College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years. Brian practices at Durrell Law Group, P.C. in Anchorage, AK.
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate planning, and probate matters in Anchorage and the surrounding Alaska area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oregon
J.D. · 1980
Southern Oregon State College
B.S. Business · 1976
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Alaska
1983 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1980 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in University of Oregon and B.S. Business in Southern Oregon State College.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in University of Oregon and B.S. Business in Southern Oregon State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Alaska is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Alaska Bar Association (Member and Past Chair, Probate Section) Oregon State Bar Anchorage Estate Planning Council (Member, Director, President, 2001-2002) American College of Trust and Estate Counsel
membership
Locations
Brian W. Durrell's office in Anchorage
Brian's primary office is at 1400 West Benson Boulevard, Suite 370, Anchorage, AK, 99503-3676. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Durrell Law Group P C
1400 West Benson Boulevard, Suite 370
Anchorage, AK 99503-3676
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Client reviews of Brian W. Durrell — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Anchorage.
5.0
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How to hire Brian W. Durrell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Anchorage, Alaska
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian W. Durrell
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Alaska typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Anchorage?
Brian is licensed in Alaska. Matters governed by Alaska law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new business clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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