Atty. Kate Amelia Barnes

Atty. Kate Amelia Barnes

Kate Amelia Barnes is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Kate received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Gloucester Gloucester 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Kate Amelia Barnes at a glance

Kate Amelia Barnes is a divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and litigation attorney based in Gloucester, Massachusetts. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1991) and Massachusetts (2005). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Gloucester, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kate Amelia Barnes is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Kate received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Kate practices in Gloucester, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Kate Amelia Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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.

Kate Amelia Barnes is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

Kate Amelia Barnes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kate Amelia Barnes

Where is Kate Amelia Barnes's law office located?
Kate Amelia Barnes's law practice is located in Gloucester, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kate Amelia Barnes handle?
Kate Amelia Barnes focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Kate Amelia Barnes practiced law?
Kate Amelia Barnes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Kate Amelia Barnes go to law school?
Kate Amelia Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Kate Amelia Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 2001
B.A.
University of Rochester
- 1991

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2005

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