Atty. Craig Patrick Barnes
Craig Patrick Barnes is a lawyer practicing disability law, environmental law, local government practice and 6 other areas of law. Craig has been licensed for 26 years.
Disability Law & More Attorney · Serving Memphis, TN · 26+ Years Experience
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About Craig Patrick Barnes at a Glance
Craig Patrick Barnes is a Memphis Area Legal Servs. based in Memphis, Tennessee. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, ssd, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Washington (2000) and Tennessee (2006). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 2000). Serves clients in Memphis, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Craig Patrick Barnes
- Craig Patrick Barnes is a lawyer practicing disability law, environmental law, local government practice and 6 other areas of law
- Craig has been licensed for 26 years
- Craig practices in Memphis, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Craig Patrick Barnes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Craig Patrick Barnes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Memphis.
Employment Law in Memphis
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Craig Patrick Barnes is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Real Estate Law in Memphis
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Craig Patrick Barnes is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Tennessee →
Social Security Disability in Memphis
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Craig Patrick Barnes is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Memphis
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Craig Patrick Barnes is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Rights in Memphis
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Craig Patrick Barnes is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Memphis
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Memphis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Memphis Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Memphis-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Memphis Choose Craig Patrick Barnes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Craig Patrick Barnes's practice in the field of employment, real estate, ssd, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Craig Patrick Barnes brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington and Tennessee, Craig Patrick Barnes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, real estate, and ssd, Craig Patrick Barnes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Memphis
A Memphis-based practice means Craig Patrick Barnes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Craig Patrick Barnes Handles in Memphis
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Craig Patrick Barnes has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Craig Patrick Barnes directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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