Atty. Ernest Gregory Barnes

Atty. Ernest Gregory Barnes

Mr. Ernest Gregory Barnes is a lawyer practicing public utility regulation, antitrust & unfair competition, antitrust, ucl and privacy.

San Diego San Diego 76 yrs experience 76 year
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Profile Summary

About Ernest Gregory Barnes at a glance

Ernest Gregory Barnes is a Sempra Energy based in San Diego, California. They have 76+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1950. Their practice focuses on energy. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1950), California (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and District of Columbia Circuit (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1992). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1978) and Western Maryland College (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Ernest Gregory Barnes is a lawyer practicing public utility regulation, antitrust & unfair competition, antitrust, ucl and privacy
  • Ernest received a B.A. degree from Western Maryland College in 1972, and has been licensed for 76 years
  • Ernest practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ernest Gregory Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

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 California

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Ernest Gregory Barnes's law office located?
Ernest Gregory Barnes's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ernest Gregory Barnes handle?
Ernest Gregory Barnes focuses on energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ernest Gregory Barnes practiced law?
Ernest Gregory Barnes has 76+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1950.
Where did Ernest Gregory Barnes go to law school?
Ernest Gregory Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Ernest Gregory Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1978
B.A.
Western Maryland College
- 1972

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1950
California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1992

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