Atty. John L. Barnes

Atty. John L. Barnes

Mr. John L.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About John L. Barnes at a glance

John L. Barnes is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at John L. Barnes, Attorney & Mediator. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, and poa. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1990) and New Mexico (2002). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1990) and University of North Texas (B.A., 1968). Active member of Tarrant County and American Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

John L. Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Common questions about John L. Barnes

Where is John L. Barnes's law office located?
John L. Barnes's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is John L. Barnes, Attorney & Mediator. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Barnes handle?
John L. Barnes focuses on trusts, probate, family law, estate planning, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John L. Barnes practiced law?
John L. Barnes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John L. Barnes go to law school?
John L. Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact John L. Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1990
B.A.
University of North Texas
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
New Mexico
Admitted: 2002

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