Atty. James Brooks Barnes

Atty. James Brooks Barnes

James Brooks Barnes is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, international energy law, natural resources and 3 other areas of law. James received a degree from Cambridge University in 1975, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Brooks Barnes at a glance

James Brooks Barnes is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Barnes & Cascio, LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), Florida -Supreme Court of Florida -State - Supreme Court Florida Middle District Court Texas Souther (1976), and Texas (1981). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1975) and Cambridge University (Diploma, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar State Bar of Texas American and International Bar Associations Association of International Petroleum Negotiators. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Brooks Barnes is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, international energy law, natural resources and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a degree from Cambridge University in 1975, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Barnes & Cascio, LLP in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Brooks Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

James Brooks Barnes is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

James Brooks Barnes is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Brooks Barnes

Where is James Brooks Barnes's law office located?
James Brooks Barnes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Barnes & Cascio, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Brooks Barnes handle?
James Brooks Barnes focuses on business, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Brooks Barnes practiced law?
James Brooks Barnes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Brooks Barnes go to law school?
James Brooks Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (Diploma, 1975).
How can I contact James Brooks Barnes for a consultation?
You can contact James Brooks Barnes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Brooks Barnes received?
James Brooks Barnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1975
Diploma
Cambridge University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1976
Florida -Supreme Court of Florida -State - Supreme Court Florida Middle District Court Texas Souther
Admitted: 1976
Texas
Admitted: 1981

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