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Brandon Wilson Barnett
Experienced Trial Attorney - Criminal and Family Law
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Brandon Barnett is a top-rated attorney practicing criminal defense, family law, military law, and more. He earned his law degree from Texas Tech University School of Law in 2005 and then went on to earn a Masters of Law degree (LL.M.) in Litigation from George Washington University Law School in Washington D.C. Mr. Barnett's legal career began in the Unitted States Marine Corps where he served as a Judge Advocate in duty stations across the United States. In 2008, Mr. Barnett deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom with the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, where he advised commanders on Rule of Law and Law of Armed Conflict in combat operations. Returning to Texas in 2012, Mr. Barnett founded Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC, one of the premier law firms in Fort Worth, Texas. At BHW, Mr. Barnett's practice focuses on criminal defense, military law, juvenile defense, and special education law. Mr. Barnett is also a Reserve U.S. Marine Judge Advocate, former military judge and adjunct law professor.
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Juvenile Law
- Military Law
- Veteran's Benefits
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Education Law
- Medical Malpractice
- Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Contingency fee agreements on personal injury cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Texas
- State Bar of Texas
- ID Number: 24053088
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- 5th Circuit
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- Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Lieutenant Colonel
- U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
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- Managing Partner
- Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
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- Mr. Barnett is a founding member in Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC. BHW is a criminal defense law firm practicing in Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding areas.
- Adjunct Professor
- Texas A&M University School of Law
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- Judge Advocate
- U.S. Marine Corps
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- Mr. Barnett served as a military prosecutor at Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar, California from 2007 to 2009. In 2008, he deployed to Iraq as the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate for 3D Marine Aircraft Wing. From 2009 to 2012, Mr. Barnett served at the Pentagon as a litigation consultant and officer misconduct/promotions officer. He remains in the Marine Corps Reserve.
Education
- The George Washington University Law School
- LL.M. (2012) | Litigation
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- Honors: With Highest Honors
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- Texas Tech University School of Law
- J.D. (2005) | Law
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- Honors: Order of Barristers. Donald M. Hunt Outstanding Advocate Award
- Activities: National Moot Court
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- Texas Tech University - Texas Tech University
- B.A. (2003) | Political Science
- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
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Awards
- People's Choice Top Attorney
- Living Magazine
- Super Lawyer
- Thomsen Reuters
- Top Attorney - Criminal Law
- Fort Worth Magazine
- Super Lawyer
- Thomsen Reuters
- Top Attorney - Criminal Law
- Fort Worth Magazine
Professional Associations
- National Trial Lawyers Association
- Member
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- Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Member
- - Current
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- Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Member
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- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
- Member
- - Current
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- National District Attorneys Association
- Member
- - Current
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- Navy Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals
- Member
- - Current
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- Court of Appeals for Armed Forces
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- Texas State Bar # 24053088
- Member
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- American Bar Association
- Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Grapevine Texas Criminal Defense
- BHW Law Firm
- Juvenile Justice for Children with Autism
- BHW Law Firm
- Texas Personal Injury Law Information
- BHW Law Firm
- Pass Out v. Blackout: How Alcohol Affects Memory
- Voice for the Defense Magazine
- Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorney
- BHW Law Firm
Speaking Engagements
- Parent's Rights vs. Teacher's Rights, 2024 School Law Retreet, Grapevine, Texas
- State Bar of Texas - School Law Section
- Remarks to Fellow Bar Members, Texas Bar Admission Ceremony
- Article 120 and the Court-Martial Process, Marine Corps Victim Witness Assistance Conference
- Prosecutorial Ethics, West Coast Prosecutor Trianing 2011
- Military Justice, Modern Military Justice Course
Certifications
- 4409 - Criminal Law Expert
- U.S. Marine Corps
BHW Law Firm Injury Attorneys (Full)
Brandon Barnett
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
- Q. Can I refuse a search of my backpack if someone calls the police on me because they thought I was suspicious?
- A: Under both the US and Texas Constitutions, you have an absolute right to refuse to consent to a search of your person, home, or effects (including your bags). By refusing, you place the investigating agency in a position where they must pursue a search warrant and provide specific facts to a judge that amount to more than a mere hunch that they might find something. Only if the judge believes that there is probable cause will the judge sign the search warrant. If an officer has a valid search warrant, then you may no longer refuse the search. However, if it can later be determined by your lawyer in court that the search warrant was invalid for whatever reason, the judge can suppress the evidence ... Read More
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