Atty. James L Barnett

Atty. James L Barnett

Mr. James L Barnett is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, bankruptcy litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About James L Barnett at a glance

James L Barnett is a Partner based in Salt Lake City, Utah, practicing at Holland & Hart LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Utah U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1996). Educated at University of Utah (J.D. Finance, 1996) and University of Utah (B.S. Finance, 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James L Barnett is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, bankruptcy litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • James practices at Holland & Hart LLP in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

James L Barnett's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James L Barnett is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Utah →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James L Barnett is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Utah →

Civil Litigation

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

James L Barnett is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Utah →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James L Barnett

Where is James L Barnett's law office located?
James L Barnett's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The firm is Holland & Hart LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Barnett handle?
James L Barnett focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has James L Barnett practiced law?
James L Barnett has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did James L Barnett go to law school?
James L Barnett earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1996); (B.S. Finance, 1992).
How can I contact James L Barnett for a consultation?
You can contact James L Barnett 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 L Barnett received?
James L Barnett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Finance
University of Utah
- 1996
B.S. Finance
University of Utah
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Utah U.S. District Court, District of Utah and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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