Atty. Michael Richard Barnes
Michael Richard Barnes is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil litigation, civil rights and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 35 years.
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Michael Richard Barnes is a Member based in Key West, Florida, practicing at Michael R. Barnes. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, litigation, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in US District Court, Northern, Middle , Southern Districts of Florida (1992) and US Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Florida (1996). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1990) and Oklahoma State University (B.S. Organizational, 1978). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Monroe County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers First Amendment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Key West, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Richard Barnes is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, civil litigation, civil rights and 10 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Michael practices at Michael R. Barnes in Key West, FL
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Michael Richard Barnes's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Richard Barnes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Michael Richard Barnes is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Florida →
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael Richard Barnes is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Florida →
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Key West are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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