Atty. Thomas L. Barney

Atty. Thomas L. Barney

Thomas L. Barney is a lawyer practicing real estate law, criminal law, personal injury law.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas L. Barney at a glance

Thomas L. Barney is a personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate attorney based in Portsmouth, Virginia. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1972), Virginia (1973), and District of Columbia (1973). Educated at Memphis State University (J.D., 1972) and Athens State College (B.S., 1969). Serands clients in Portsmouth, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas L. Barney is a lawyer practicing real estate law, criminal law, personal injury law
  • Thomas L. received a B.S. degree from Athens State College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Thomas L. practices in Portsmouth, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas L. Barney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas L. Barney 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.

Thomas L. Barney is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

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.

Thomas L. Barney is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Virginia →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Thomas L. Barney is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas L. Barney

Where is Thomas L. Barney's law office located?
Thomas L. Barney's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas L. Barney handle?
Thomas L. Barney focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Thomas L. Barney practiced law?
Thomas L. Barney has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Thomas L. Barney go to law school?
Thomas L. Barney earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas L. Barney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Memphis State University
- 1972
B.S.
Athens State College
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1972
Virginia
Admitted: 1973
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973

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