James Richard Barnes
EXPERTISE YOU NEED. RESULTS YOU WANT.
James Barnes has been practicing law in Pensacola and surrounding areas for thirty-two years. His legal expertise is the result of having tried more than 150 jury trials. His defense method has procured proven results due to 9,000+ dismissals, favorable plea dispositions, not guilty verdicts and unmatched trial success rate. One of his cases achieved national attention and was featured on CNN and CourtTV. He has extensive experience resulting from many years, both, representing and defending many types of legal actions.
Every county and courthouse has its own way of doing things. Based on James Barnes' experience and diverse involvement in the legal community, he has inside access which routinely provides face to face access to judges and prosecutors. Throughout his career, he has developed trusting relationships with judges, prosecutors and court staff. In fact, James Barnes has earned a reputation by many judges, prosecutors and attorneys as being one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the area. These connections have taught him the most effective ways to successfully defend your legal matter. All of these factors beneficially serve his clients and produce successful results.
In the crowded world of criminal defense law, it is common for attorneys to make big, loud promises but not deliver. If you or someone you know has been accused or arrested for a crime, there is a great need for experienced legal advice from a dependable criminal defense attorney. Hiring the right attorney is the most important decision you will make. Who you choose can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Allow James Barnes the opportunity to guide you through the complexities of your legal situation. He provide his clients with personalized service, effective legal representation and positive results.
- Criminal Law
- Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- DUI & DWI
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense
- Juvenile Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- Assault, Battery, Larceny, Burglary and More
- Free Consultation
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
My fees are affordable. I accept all forms of payment and offer payment plans to accommodate your needs.
- Florida
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Attorney
- James R. Barnes - Attorney at Law
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- Michles and Booth
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- Young, Bill, Fuegett and Roumbos
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- Eddins, Riddlehoover and Barnes
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- Office of the Public Defender, Escambia County
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- University of Mississippi
- J.D. (1990) | Law
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- Saint Leo College
- B.A. (1987) | Political Science
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- Client Champion - Platinum
- Martindale-Hubble
- Top Attorney
- Avvo
- Client Champion - Platinum
- Martindale-Hubbell
- Top Attorney
- Avvo
- Client's Choice
- Avvo
- Escambia / Santa Rosa Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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- Northwest Florida Distict of Federal Court
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- Florida State Bar
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- How to Prepare Meaningful Demand Packages for Personal Injury Cases, Personal Injury Seminar, Florida
- The Art of Jury Selection, Annual Public Defender State Conference, Destin, FL
