A native of Virginia, Bary W. Hausrath attended George Mason University (B.A. - Government and International Politics) and the University of Richmond School of Law (J.D.). He is admitted to practice before the state courts of the Commonwealth.

After getting his start in general civil litigation, Bary launched BaryLaw in 2012 to focus his practice and address the lack of essential planning among modern families.

Bary founded a statewide program of name change clinics in 2014, which he ran for a decade. At the clinics, volunteer attorneys received training and helped individuals change their name and update identification documents. During Bary's tenure, the clinics helped several hundred individuals.

His work with the clinics was recognized by the Virginia LGBTQ+ Bar Association, Equality Virginia, and the Virginia State Bar, receiving one of the VSB's highest honors for outstanding pro bono service, the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Pro Bono Award.

Bary serves on the board of directors of the Virginia Poverty Law Center. He is the immediate past president of the Virginia LGBTQ+ Bar Association and a past president of the Richmond Business Alliance (now the Richmond LGBTQ Chamber).

Bary and his spouse live in Richmond with their furry companions. They enjoy gardening, taking the dog on new adventures, science fiction, and getting out to experience Richmond's many restaurants and cultural offerings. You may also find him playing disc golf or tabletop games with friends.