Atty. John S. Carnes, Jr.

Atty. John S. Carnes, Jr.

John S. Carnes, Jr. is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, land use & zoning, personal injury and 8 other areas of law.

Kennett Square Kennett Square 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John S. Carnes, Jr. at a glance

John S. Carnes, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, practicing at Beatty Lincke. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1987), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1986) and St. John's College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Kennett Square, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John S. Carnes, Jr. is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, land use & zoning, personal injury and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Beatty Lincke in Kennett Square, PA

Practice Areas Explained

John S. Carnes, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

John S. Carnes, Jr. is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John S. Carnes, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

John S. Carnes, Jr. is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John S. Carnes, Jr.

Where is John S. Carnes, Jr.'s law office located?
John S. Carnes, Jr.'s law practice is located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. The firm is Beatty Lincke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S. Carnes, Jr. handle?
John S. Carnes, Jr. focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John S. Carnes, Jr. practiced law?
John S. Carnes, Jr. has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John S. Carnes, Jr. go to law school?
John S. Carnes, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact John S. Carnes, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact John S. Carnes, Jr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John S. Carnes, Jr. received?
John S. Carnes, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1986
B.A.
St. John's College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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