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| James Richard Barnes: | Member at The James R. Barnes, Attorney at Law |
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816 E. La Rua St. Pensacola, FL 32501 |
| Website: | http://jrbarneslaw.com/ |
| Phone: | 850-444-7444 |
| Fax: | 850-433-6222 |
| Offices: |
James R. Barnes, Attorney at Law
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James Barnes has effectively defended charges including DUI, Drugs, Robbery, Burglary, Larceny, Sex Crimes, Theft, Fraud, Murder, Vehicular Manslaughter, Battery, Assault, Domestic Violence, Kidnapping/False Imprisonment, Child Abuse and Juvenile.
James Barnes has litigated more than 5,000 criminal traffic cases, including 1,200+ misdemeanor and felony DUI and BUI charges. Mr. Barnes is one of few attorneys, in this area, that has handled DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide cases.
James Barnes is a founding member of Michles and Booth, a Pensacola personal injury law firm. He spent eight prosperous years cultivating that firm. Mr. Barnes continues to effectively deliver maximum results for his personal injury clients.
James Barnes has represented numerous clients accused of assault, manslaughter, murder and other violent crimes. Choosing the right attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. You need an attorney with proven results.
James Barnes is highly regarded for his successful representation of clients charged with sex crimes. These cases require an exceptionally skillful attorney with experience. Mr. Barnes has handled 100+ cases involving sex crimes.
Juvenile cases should be taken seriously. They can have a lasting impact on a child's education and opportunities. Hiring the right attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of a case. James Barnes can protect your child's future.
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Bar | N/A | N/A |
| Florida Bar | N/A | 1990 - 1900 |
| Florida Bar | N/A | |
| Northwest Florida District of Federal Court | N/A | 1992 - 1900 |
| Northwest Florida District of Federal Court | N/A | |
| Northwest Florida District of Federal Court | N/A | N/A |
| Escambia/Santa Rosa Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | N/A |
| Escambia/Santa Rosa Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A | 2009 - 1900 |
| Escambia/Santa Rosa Academy of Criminal Defense Lawyers | N/A |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2021 |
| TOP ATTORNEY | Avvo | 2021 |
| Client Champion Award - Platinum | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
| TOP 5% | America's Most Honored Lawyers | 2020 |
| TOP ATTORNEY | Avvo | 2020 |
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2020 |
| TOP 100 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2020 |
| Client Champion Award - Platinum | Martindale-Hubbell® | 2020 |
| TOP 5% | America's Most Honored Professional | 2019 |
| Client Champion Award - Platinum | Martindale-Hubbell® | 2019 |
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2019 |
| TOP ATTORNEY | Avvo | 2019 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
| Client Champion Platinum | Martindale-Hubbell® | 2019 |
| Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
| TOP 1% | America's Most Honored Professionals | 2018 |
| TOP ATTORNEY | Avvo | 2017 |
| TOP 5% | America's Most Honored Professionals | 2017 |
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2017 |
| BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
| Distinguished | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
| Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
| TOP 5% | America's Most Honored Professionals | 2016 |
| TOP ATTORNEY | Avvo | 2016 |
| Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2016 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
| Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2013 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
| Pro Bono Award | Escambia Santa Rosa Bar Association | 1994 |
| A+ Accredited Business | Better Business Bureau | 2025 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Leo College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
| Saint Leo College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1987 |
| University of Mississippi School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
| University of Mississippi School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1990 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State of Florida vs. A.M. 2017 CF 5657 | DISMISSED |
| State of Florida vs. D.B. 2017 7092 | NOT GUILTY |
| State of Florida vs. J.L. 1028 CF 3419 | NOT GUILTY |
| State of Florida vs. J.T. 2018 CF 888 | DISMISSED |
| State of Florida vs. T.W. 2018 CF 1753 | DISMISSED |
| State | Number | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | 865818 | Member in Good Standing | 1990 | 04/25/2019 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Public Defender State Conference | The Art of Jury Selection | 2010 |
| Personal Injury Seminar | How to Prepare Meaningful Demand Packages for Personal Injury Cases | 2008 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | Office of the Public Defender, Escambia County | 1990 - 1992 |
| Attorney | Office of the Public Defender, Escambia County | 1990 - 1992 |
| Partner | Eddins, Ridlehoover and Barnes | 1992 - 1999 |
| Partner | Eddins, Ridlehoover and Barnes | 1992 - 1999 |
| Attorney | Young, Bill, Fugett & Roumbos, PA | 1999 - 2001 |
| Attorney | Young, Bill, Fugett & Roumbos, PA | 1999 - 2001 |
| Attorney | Michles and Booth | 2001 - 2009 |
| Attorney | Michles and Booth | 2001 - 2009 |
| Attorney | James R. Barnes | 2009 - 1900 |
| Attorney | James R. Barnes | N/A |
| Attorney | James R. Barnes | N/A |
