Atty. Cara S. Barnes

Atty. Cara S. Barnes

Cara S. Barnes is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, general civil litigation.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Cara S. Barnes at a glance

Cara S. Barnes is a litigation and energy attorney based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1990) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1990). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1990) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1986). Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Cara S. Barnes is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, general civil litigation
  • Cara S. received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Cara S. practices in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

Cara S. Barnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cara S. Barnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oklahoma City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cara S. Barnes

Where is Cara S. Barnes's law office located?
Cara S. Barnes's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cara S. Barnes handle?
Cara S. Barnes focuses on litigation, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has Cara S. Barnes practiced law?
Cara S. Barnes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Cara S. Barnes go to law school?
Cara S. Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Cara S. Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Oklahoma City University
- 1990
B.A.
University of Oklahoma
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma
Admitted: 1990

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