Atty. Kristopher Shane Barber

Atty. Kristopher Shane Barber

Mr. Barber grew up in Plano, Texas.

Plano Plano 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Kristopher Shane Barber at a glance

Kristopher Shane Barber is a Founder based in Plano, Texas, practicing at The Barber Law Firm. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Admitted to practice in Texas (1999) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (2001). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1999) and Texas A & M University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Justia. Serands clients in Plano, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Barber grew up in Plano, Texas
  • After receiving a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Texas A&M University, he returned to the Dallas area to study law at Southern Methodist University
  • While in law school, he was active in interscholastic advocacy competitions
  • Among his law school achievements, he was selected as the nation's “Best Oral Advocate” during the American Bar Association's National Moot Court Competition and he was inducted into SMU's Order of Barristers upon graduation.Mr
  • Barber began his career as an attorney at a large defense firm
  • There, he learned how cases are defended and the circumstances under which defendants pay to settle lawsuits
  • He then used that knowledge as he went to work as a plaintiff's attorney for Windle Turley
  • At the Law Offices of Windle Turley, P.C., Mr. Barber handled numerous negligence cases, product liability cases, wrongful death cases, medical malpractice cases, and other personal injury matters for the firm's clients.For many years, Mr. Barber has been recognized by Texas Monthly, A Thomson ReutersTM publication, as a “Rising Star,” a distinction held by only the top 2.5 percent of attorneys in the state
  • Mr. Barber was also named "Super Lawyer" for 2017.Mr
  • Barber has also been awarded an AV® Peer Review Rating—the highest rating a lawyer can obtain
  • Conducted by Martindale-Hubbell, Peer Review Ratings attest to a lawyer's legal ability and professional ethics, and reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and Judiciary
  • Legal Ability Ratings take into consideration the standard of professional ability in the area where the lawyer practices, the lawyer's expertise, and other professional qualifications.An AV® Peer Review Rating identifies a lawyer with very high to preeminent legal ability, and is a reflection of the attorney's expertise, experience, integrity and overall professional excellence

Practice Areas Explained

Kristopher Shane Barber's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kristopher Shane Barber handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Truck Accidents

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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 Plano 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kristopher Shane Barber

Where is Kristopher Shane Barber's law office located?
Kristopher Shane Barber's law practice is located in Plano, Texas. The firm is The Barber Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kristopher Shane Barber handle?
Kristopher Shane Barber focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Kristopher Shane Barber practiced law?
Kristopher Shane Barber has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Kristopher Shane Barber go to law school?
Kristopher Shane Barber earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Kristopher Shane Barber for a consultation?
You can contact Kristopher Shane Barber 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 Kristopher Shane Barber received?
Kristopher Shane Barber's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1999
B.A.
Texas A & M University
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 2001

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