Atty. Lawrence Douglas Barnes

Atty. Lawrence Douglas Barnes

Lawrence Douglas Barnes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Lawrence has been licensed for 47 years.

Richmond Richmond 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Lawrence Douglas Barnes is a criminal defense attorney based in Richmond, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (JD, 1979). Serands clients in Richmond, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Lawrence Douglas Barnes is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Lawrence has been licensed for 47 years
  • Lawrence practices in Richmond, CA

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Lawrence Douglas Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Where is Lawrence Douglas Barnes's law office located?
Lawrence Douglas Barnes's law practice is located in Richmond, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Douglas Barnes handle?
Lawrence Douglas Barnes focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lawrence Douglas Barnes practiced law?
Lawrence Douglas Barnes has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Lawrence Douglas Barnes go to law school?
Lawrence Douglas Barnes earned their education at (JD, 1979).
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Education

JD
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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