Atty. James Richardson Barney

Atty. James Richardson Barney

Mr. James Richardson Barney is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, litigation and 8 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About James Richardson Barney at a glance

James Richardson Barney is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett And Dunner L L P. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, litigation, government, health care, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1999) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2001). Educated at Yale Law School (JD, 1999) and United States Naval Academy (B.S., 1990). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Richardson Barney is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from United States Naval Academy in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • James practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Richardson Barney's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Richardson Barney

Where is James Richardson Barney's law office located?
James Richardson Barney's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett And Dunner L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Richardson Barney handle?
James Richardson Barney focuses on patent, litigation, government, health care, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Richardson Barney practiced law?
James Richardson Barney has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did James Richardson Barney go to law school?
James Richardson Barney earned their education at (JD, 1999); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact James Richardson Barney for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Yale Law School
- 1999
B.S.
United States Naval Academy
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2001

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