Atty. James Wayne Barnett

Atty. James Wayne Barnett

James Wayne Barnett is a lawyer practicing erisa complex litigation, labour and employment. James received a MBA degree from University of Colorado at Colorado Springs in 2012, and has been licensed for 7 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 7 yrs experience 7 year
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Profile Summary

About James Wayne Barnett at a glance

James Wayne Barnett is an Associate based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2019), Louisiana - E.D. La (2019), Louisiana - M.D. La (2019), and Louisiana - W.D. La (2019). Educated at Tulane University Law School (J.D., 2019) and University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (MBA School, 2012). Active member of American Bar Association Federal Bar Association New Orleans Bar Association. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Wayne Barnett is a lawyer practicing erisa complex litigation, labour and employment
  • James received a MBA degree from University of Colorado at Colorado Springs in 2012, and has been licensed for 7 years
  • James practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James Wayne Barnett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Wayne 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Wayne Barnett

Where is James Wayne Barnett's law office located?
James Wayne Barnett's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Jackson Lewis P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wayne Barnett handle?
James Wayne Barnett focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James Wayne Barnett practiced law?
James Wayne Barnett has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
Where did James Wayne Barnett go to law school?
James Wayne Barnett earned their education at (J.D., 2019); (MBA School, 2012).
How can I contact James Wayne Barnett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane University Law School
- 2019
MBA School
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2019
Louisiana - E.D. La
Admitted: 2019
Louisiana - M.D. La
Admitted: 2019
Louisiana - W.D. La
Admitted: 2019
California
Admitted: 2025

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