Atty. Martin Barnes

Atty. Martin Barnes

Martin Barnes is a lawyer practicing trust & real property (ptrp), advance directives, construction & surety law and 8 other areas of law. Martin received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (317) 283-9189 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Martin Barnes at a glance

Martin Barnes is an Attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Martin Barnes - Attorney at Law. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1995), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1995). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Ball State University (B.S., 1975). Active member of Indiana State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Martin Barnes is a lawyer practicing trust & real property (ptrp), advance directives, construction & surety law and 8 other areas of law
  • Martin received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Martin practices at Martin Barnes - Attorney at Law in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Martin Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Martin Barnes is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

Martin Barnes is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

Martin Barnes is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Martin Barnes is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Indiana →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Martin Barnes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

Looking for additional Indiana attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Indianapolis or all attorneys in Indiana.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martin Barnes

Where is Martin Barnes's law office located?
Martin Barnes's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Martin Barnes - Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin Barnes handle?
Martin Barnes focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Martin Barnes practiced law?
Martin Barnes has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Martin Barnes go to law school?
Martin Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Martin Barnes for a consultation?
You can contact Martin Barnes 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.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1995
B.S.
Ball State University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1995

Reviews

4.9
2 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.