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Leo K. Barnes Jr
also known as Leo Kenneth Barnes, Jr.
About Leo
Biography
Leo K. Barnes, Jr. is a commercial litigator at Barnes & Barnes PC in Melville, New York, with a focus on complex business litigation in Federal Court, the Commercial Division of the New York State Supreme Court, and various arbitration forums. Leo is an experienced jury and bench trial attorney for more than 24 years, and represents businesses of all sizes in complex commercial llitigation.
Leo was the author of a regularly featured column for many years in the Suffolk Lawyer, he has been quoted in a variety of media outlets, and named a Super Lawyer every year since 2011. Leo Barnes received his undergraduate degree from Hofstra University in 1992, and his J.D. from Hofstra University School of Law in 1996. His local memberships include the Suffolk County Bar Association, and the Chaminade Lawyers Alumni Association. In 2021 he was the recipient of a Leadership in Law award by Long Island Business News. In January 2023, Leo was appointed to the Judicial Screening Committee for the Suffolk County Bar Association.
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Licensed in New York for 28 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Barnes & Barnes, P.C.
445 Broadhollow Road, Suite 226, Melville, NY, 11747
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"I endorse this lawyer. Have worked with Leo on several cases over the years involving commercial litigation. He is the ultimate professional . Very well prepared and highly skilled."
"Leo is a talented and pragmatic lawyer who is not intimidated to try difficult cases. His knowledge and ability surpass his years in practice."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Leadership in Law, Long Island Business News
2021
Reader Rankings/Best Litigation Firm, Long Island Business News
2021
Reader Rankings/Best Business Formation Law Firm, Long Island Business News
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Associations
2023 - Present
Suffolk County Bar AssociationJudicial Screening Committee
New York State Bar Association
Commercial & Federal Litigation Section
Suffolk County Bar Association
Commercial Division Committee
Federal Bar Council
Eastern District of New York Chptr
Sample of Legal Cases
Mark Ghobril et al. v. C&L Interiors of NY Corp. et al.
The Supreme Court Justice agreed with every one of our arguments.
Ward Capital Management LLC v. New Pelham Parkway North LLC et al.
B&B recovered a $1 million down payment, plus counsel fees and $500,000 in pre-judgment interest, after the Purchaser defaulted.
Education
1996
Hofstra University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Hofstra University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Success in Family Business
Why an annual checkup, a meaningful succession plan and other best practices are a must for a small business
Publications
2021
Suffolk Lawyer
All for One and One for All
2020
The Suffolk Lawyer
Maximizing Leverage and Collection for the Commercial Landlord
2017
The Suffolk Lawyer
When Commercial Principles Surface in a Wrongful Death Action
2015
The Suffolk Lawyer
Court Supervision of a Dissolved Corporation Pursuant to BCL 1008
2013
The Suffolk Lawyer
WSP USA Corp. v. Marinello
2011
The Suffolk Lawyer
Divided Loyalty: Damages for Employees Disloyalty Claims
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I am 51% owner in an LLC and my partner (49%) can I force him out?
28 Feb 2023
Q&A
If i'm in joint partners on a house and i want to sell and he doesn't and he doesn't have the money to by me out what can i do.
02 Mar 2022
Q&A
Can i recover anything i paid towards when my boyfriend of 15 years throws me out
31 Mar 2021