Atty. James M. Barnett

Atty. James M. Barnett

Mr. James M.

Mission Mission 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About James M. Barnett at a glance

James M. Barnett is a Retired Partner based in Mission, Kansas, practicing at Barnett Law Firm, Chtd.. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1960), Missouri (1990), U.S. District Court District of Kansas (1990), and U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri (1990). Educated at Washburn University School of Law, Topeka, Kansas (J.D., 1959) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.B.A., 1955). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Mission, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James M. Barnett is a lawyer practicing litigation, slip and fall accident, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Washburn University of Topeka in 1955, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • James practices at Barnett Law Firm, Chtd. in Mission, KS

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Barnett's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James M. Barnett is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Kansas →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James M. Barnett is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Kansas →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James M. Barnett is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kansas →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

James M. Barnett is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kansas →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James M. Barnett is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

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

Looking for additional Kansas attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Mission or all attorneys in Kansas.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about James M. Barnett

Where is James M. Barnett's law office located?
James M. Barnett's law practice is located in Mission, Kansas. The firm is Barnett Law Firm, Chtd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Barnett handle?
James M. Barnett focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has James M. Barnett practiced law?
James M. Barnett has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did James M. Barnett go to law school?
James M. Barnett earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.B.A., 1955).
How can I contact James M. Barnett for a consultation?
You can contact James M. 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 M. Barnett received?
James M. Barnett's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washburn University School of Law, Topeka, Kansas
- 1959
B.B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1955

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1960
Missouri
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court District of Kansas
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri
Admitted: 1990

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