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About Shawn
Biography
As a Partner at Calcagni & Kanefsky, Shawn P. Barnes defends businesses, senior executives, and professionals in white-collar criminal cases. Leveraging his background as a federal and state prosecutor, Shawn has extensive trial experience and a deep understanding of investigative processes. He routinely represents clients in sensitive government enforcement proceedings and internal compliance reviews, tailoring strategies to the nuances of each matter. Shawn’s comprehensive insight into both sides of the criminal justice system helps clients achieve favorable resolutions in even the most critical and complex disputes.
Shawn regularly appears in federal, state and municipal court throughout New Jersey.
I'm a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney and a former federal and state prosecutor with extensive courtroom experience.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Litigation
25%
Criminal Defense
20%
Federal Crime
20%
White Collar Crime
20%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 14 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Calcagni & Kanefsky
1 Newark Ctr Fl 14, 1085 Raymond Blvd, Newark, NJ, 07102-5236
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Shawn P Barnes's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | State, Local And Municipal Law
Posted by David | July 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | State, Local And Municipal Law
Great Lawyer, the best
Shawn helped me navigate a complex matter in Municipal Court. Shawn answered my calls, even after hours, and answered all of my questions. I really felt prepared going to Court and I ended up with a really positive outcome.
Shawn P Barnes's Lawyer Endorsements
"Shawn Barnes is an excellent attorney and I am grateful to have worked with him over the years in several matters. He is always well prepared and is a highly skilled trial attorney with a strong understanding of the law. I have known Shawn since I have started practicing and I highly endorse him as a criminal trial attorney."
Michael Simon
Criminal defense lawyer
Andrew Olesnycky
White collar crime lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
AUSA of the Year, United States Department of Homeland Security
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, Calcagni & Kanefsky LLP
2018 - 2024
Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey
2010 - 2018
Assistant Prosecutor, Union County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
Essex County Bar Association
Trustee
Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey
Member
Union County Bar Association
Member
Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys of New Jersey
Member
C. Willard Heckel American Inn of Court
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Litigated Securities Fraud Cases
Weapons Charge Dismissed
Litigated $90 Million Mortgage Fraud
Dismissal of Civil Complaint in Union County
Education
2010
Rutgers School of Law - Newark
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Alfred University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Beyond Prohibition: Evolving Enforcement Policies for Cannabis and Controlled Substances
The Current Status of Cannabis Enforcement and Regulations in the Era of Decriminalization.
Publications
2012
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Responding to Self-Produced Child Pornography
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Federal probation violations
18 Feb 2026
Q&A
When retrieving seized cell-phones from a police station saying they are "clear" should I be concerned with a surprise arrest.
30 Jul 2025
Q&A
What is the next step I need to take to get my car back from evidence?
01 Aug 2025