Atty. Thomas J Barnes

Atty. Thomas J Barnes

Thomas J Barnes is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations law, union organizing, negotiations and 7 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas J Barnes at a glance

Thomas J Barnes is a employment, litigation, and adr attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1972). Educated at Wayne State University J.D. (—) and Michigan State University B.A. Accounting and Political Science (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas J Barnes is a lawyer practicing labor and employment relations law, union organizing, negotiations and 7 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas practices in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas J Barnes is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

Thomas J Barnes is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Michigan →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Thomas J Barnes is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Common questions about Thomas J Barnes

Where is Thomas J Barnes's law office located?
Thomas J Barnes's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J Barnes handle?
Thomas J Barnes focuses on employment, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Thomas J Barnes practiced law?
Thomas J Barnes has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas J Barnes go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J Barnes received?
Thomas J Barnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Wayne State University J.D.
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Michigan State University B.A. Accounting and Political Science
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1972

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