Atty. Thomas James Barnes

Atty. Thomas James Barnes

Mr. Thomas James Barnes is a lawyer practicing longshore & harbor workers compensation act, jones act, workers compensation and 6 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas James Barnes at a glance

Thomas James Barnes is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Barnes Law Firm. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1992). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1980). Active member of Houston Bar Association Houston Trial Lawyers Association Texas Workers Compensation Commission Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Thomas James Barnes is a lawyer practicing longshore & harbor workers compensation act, jones act, workers compensation and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Barnes Law Firm in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas James Barnes is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Texas →

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.

Thomas James Barnes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Workers Compensation

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

Thomas James Barnes is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Texas →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Thomas James Barnes is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Texas →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas James Barnes

Where is Thomas James Barnes's law office located?
Thomas James Barnes's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Barnes Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Barnes handle?
Thomas James Barnes focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas James Barnes practiced law?
Thomas James Barnes has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas James Barnes go to law school?
Thomas James Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Thomas James Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1992
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1992

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