Atty. Richard Matthew Barnes

Atty. Richard Matthew Barnes

Richard Matthew Barnes is a lawyer practicing class action litigation, commercial and business tort litigation, general tort liability litigation and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Western Maryland College, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Baltimore Baltimore 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Richard Matthew Barnes at a glance

Richard Matthew Barnes is a Partner based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Goodell, DeVries, Leech & Dann, LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, ip, and class action. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1981) and District of Columbia United States District Court for the District of Columbia United States Distric (1982). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1981) and Western Maryland College B.A. Pi Gamma Mu Western Maryland College B.A. magna cum laude Western Maryland College B.A. 1977 Honors: Omicron Delta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional and Civic Associations •The Defense Research Institute •American Bar Association •Law Business Research: An International Who's Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers •Maryland Defense Counsel, Inc and Committees on Budget & Finance and Pattern Jury Instructions, and Special Committee on Citizenship Law Related Education) •Bar Association of Baltimore City •District of Columbia Bar Association •Elder, Central Presbyterian Church (2001 - Present) •Board , •Maryland State Bar Association. Serands clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Matthew Barnes is a lawyer practicing class action litigation, commercial and business tort litigation, general tort liability litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Western Maryland College, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Richard practices at Goodell, DeVries, Leech & Dann, LLP in Baltimore, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Matthew Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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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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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

Richard Matthew Barnes is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Matthew Barnes

Where is Richard Matthew Barnes's law office located?
Richard Matthew Barnes's law practice is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The firm is Goodell, DeVries, Leech & Dann, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Matthew Barnes handle?
Richard Matthew Barnes focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, ip, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Richard Matthew Barnes practiced law?
Richard Matthew Barnes has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Richard Matthew Barnes go to law school?
Richard Matthew Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (—).
How can I contact Richard Matthew Barnes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Matthew Barnes received?
Richard Matthew Barnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1981
Western Maryland College B.A. Pi Gamma Mu Western Maryland College B.A. magna cum laude Western Maryland College B.A. 1977 Honors: Omicron Delta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia United States District Court for the District of Columbia United States Distric
Admitted: 1982

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