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Atty. John Peyton Barnes

Atty. John Peyton Barnes

Mr. John Peyton Barnes is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, bankruptcy, business and 14 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (346) 327-1904

Profile Summary

About John Peyton Barnes at a glance

John Peyton Barnes is an Associate based in Houston, Texas, practforg at Leyh, Payne & Mallia, PLLC. They haand 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (1991), Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1991), Texas (1997), and US Supreme Court (2006). Educated at South Texas College Of Law (J.D., 1997) and Vanderbilt University B.A. Political Science Vanderbilt University (B.A. Political, 1994). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. John Peyton Barnes is a lawyer practicing appellate: civil, bankruptcy, business and 14 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • John practices at Leyh, Payne & Mallia, PLLC in Houston, TX

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practforg law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Houston 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 substantiand 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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Where is John Peyton Barnes's law office located?
John Peyton Barnes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Leyh, Payne & Mallia, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Peyton Barnes practiced law?
John Peyton Barnes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did John Peyton Barnes go to law school?
John Peyton Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Political, 1994).
How can I contact John Peyton Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College Of Law
- 1997
B.A. Political
Vanderbilt University B.A. Political Science Vanderbilt University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1991
Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1991
Texas
Admitted: 1997
US Supreme Court
Admitted: 2006
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 2006
Texas Western District Court
Admitted: 2011
Texas Northern District Court
Admitted: 2011
Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 2011

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