Atty. Theodore D. Barnes

Atty. Theodore D. Barnes

Theodore D. Barnes is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, traffic violations, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law.

Independence Independence 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (636) 535-1586 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Theodore D. Barnes at a glance

Theodore D. Barnes is a Member based in Independence, Missouri, practicing at Ted Barnes. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1976). Educated at University of Missouri-Kansas City (J.D., 1975) and General Motors Institute (B.S., 1973). Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Independence, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Theodore D. Barnes is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, traffic violations, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law
  • Theodore received a B.S. degree from General Motors Institute in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Theodore practices at Ted Barnes in Independence, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore D. Barnes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore D. 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.

Theodore D. Barnes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Theodore D. Barnes is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Theodore D. Barnes is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Traffic Violations

Theodore D. Barnes is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Theodore D. Barnes

Where is Theodore D. Barnes's law office located?
Theodore D. Barnes's law practice is located in Independence, Missouri. The firm is Ted Barnes. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theodore D. Barnes handle?
Theodore D. Barnes focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Theodore D. Barnes practiced law?
Theodore D. Barnes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Theodore D. Barnes go to law school?
Theodore D. Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact Theodore D. Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Kansas City
- 1975
B.S.
General Motors Institute
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1976

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