Atty. Robert Charles Barnes

Atty. Robert Charles Barnes

Robert Charles Barnes is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, arbitration, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Charles Barnes at a glance

Robert Charles Barnes is a Member based in Duluth, Minnesota, practicing at McCarthy & Barnes, PLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, construction, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1991), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1992), and Wisconsin (1993). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Eleventh District (Past President) and Minnesota Bar Associations State Bar of Wisconsin Minnesota Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Duluth, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Charles Barnes is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, arbitration, wrongful death and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Robert practices at McCarthy & Barnes, PLC in Duluth, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Charles Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Robert Charles Barnes is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Minnesota →

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.

Robert Charles Barnes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Construction Law

Robert Charles Barnes is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Minnesota →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Robert Charles Barnes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Robert Charles Barnes is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Charles Barnes

Where is Robert Charles Barnes's law office located?
Robert Charles Barnes's law practice is located in Duluth, Minnesota. The firm is McCarthy & Barnes, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Charles Barnes handle?
Robert Charles Barnes focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, construction, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Robert Charles Barnes practiced law?
Robert Charles Barnes has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert Charles Barnes go to law school?
Robert Charles Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Robert Charles Barnes for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Charles 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.
What awards or recognition has Robert Charles Barnes received?
Robert Charles Barnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1991
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1992
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1993

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