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Janet L. Barnes is a criminal defense, paternity, and health care attorney based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1992) and Illinois (1992). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1991) and Bradley University (B.S, 1988). Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Atty. Janet L. Barnes is a lawyer practicing criminal law, children's law, mental health law and 1 other area of law
- Janet L. received a degree from Bradley University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Janet L. practices in Milwaukee, WI
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet L. Barnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Milwaukee are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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