Atty. Brian Leslie Barker
Attorney Brian L. Barker has practiced personal injury law since 1986, beginning his career at a prominent St.
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Brian Leslie Barker is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at The Barker Law Firm. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and Florida (1986). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1986) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar The American Bar Association American Association for Justice Florida Justice Association St, Petersburg Bar Association The Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association St, and Petersburg Bar Association The American Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Attorney Brian L. Barker has practiced personal injury law since 1986, beginning his career at a prominent St. Petersburg plaintiff’s firm before founding his own practice after seven years
- He focuses exclusively on representing individuals injured by others’ negligence—from car and motorcycle collisions to tractor-trailer accidents and pedestrian tragedies—and prides himself on helping clients rebuild their lives and regain independence against large insurance companies
- Brian’s clients appreciate his personal approach: he treats each client with respect, answers their questions directly, handles cases personally rather than delegating to associates, and isn’t afraid to take matters to trial
- Licensed throughout Florida he has maintained an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell for 25 years, reflecting peer recognition of his preeminent skill and integrity
- A long-time member of The Florida Bar, the Florida Justice Association, and the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association, Brian previously chaired ethics committees at both the Florida Bar and the St. Petersburg Bar Association
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Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Brian Leslie Barker is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →
Brian Leslie Barker is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Florida →
Brian Leslie Barker is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Brian Leslie Barker is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Brian Leslie Barker is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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