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Curtis Elwyn Barnes
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If you have been accused of a crime, are facing a family law issue, or are considering filing for bankruptcy, you should contact Attorney Curtis Barnes. With over 18 years of experience in handling these types of cases, he and his team understand how to best protect the rights and best interests of his clients. Attorney Barnes is a graduate of the Florida State University in Tallahassee and the Delaware Law School of Widener University. He received his undergraduate degree in Criminology and then went on to earn his Juris Doctor. During school, he was able to gain valuable experience while working for the Florida State Attorney General’s Office and then the Berks County District Attorney’s Office. Since he is a former prosecutor, he understands how the other side works and can seek to defend you if you have been accused of a crime. You can also contact his office if you need help in a bankruptcy or family law issue. Call today!
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
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Curtis E. Barnes, Attorney at Law
530 Walnut Street, Reading, PA, 19601
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Posted by anonymous | May 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
Extremely good, Kind, great results, worked hard for me. Very experienced thought I was getting a harsher sentence but me Barnes worked hard and got me probation. Highly recommend.
Posted by Devon | November 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Much Respect And Appreciation.
I really appreciate Mr. Barnes for taking the time to understand one of many difficulties I’ve come across in my life and also thank him for showing his consistency and consideration with how he showed up with more than just confidence. I do recommend his care for anyone in need of assistance in anyw...
Curtis Barnes
Replied last November 22, 2022Devon, Thanks again for allowing me to help with your legal matter. I am very pleased that it worked out as well as it did. If you ever should have any further legal issues that I may assist with, please don't hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Curtis E. Barnes, Esq.
Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Completely noncommittal to my defense
I hired mr Barnes for a dui defense. My instructions were specific: read my discovery and tell me if I have a viable defense. After that, based on your recommendation, we’ll go from there. Immediately he’s off to try and plea deal. 6 months later and he still hasnt read my discovery and is still talk...
Curtis Barnes
Replied last November 22, 2022Dear Client, It is very rare that I find it necessary to reply to a client's review. However, having read yours, I feel I must "set the record straight", as best I can while maintaining ethical obligations to you. When you first asked me to help you, you were represented by another attorney. Your concern about a deadline to file a pretrial motion being exhausted occurred prior to my taking over representation. That said, I am not suggesting the previous attorney did anything erroneous by not filing a pretrial motion in a timely manner. To the contrary, after having received and read the discovery in your case, it is my professional opinion that there are no meritorious pretrial issues to raise. Therefore, the case would not have been dismissed pretrial, as you state. With regard to the plea bargain offered by the district attorney's office, I have an obligation to relay it to you. Plea offers are made based upon unique historical and factual circumstances of each individual case. Again, without divulging specifics about your case, the offer made was based upon conditions over which there are no control. When we were last in court, I advised that you do NOT have to accept a plea offer from the district attorney. Instead, you could consider an open plea. In an open plea we would offer reasons to the judge why a lenient sentence should be imposed. It is up to the judge to then sentence you as he or she deems legally just. If you are not interested in considering either a negotiated or open plea, the only remaining resolution of the case is to go to trial. In an effort to keep your legal fees manageable, we agreed to a set amount for all representation prior to trial. It has always been our understanding that if you elect to have your case tried, I would have to be paid a separate trial fee. As there is considerable time and effort that goes into properly trying a case, I don't know of any private attorney, including myself, who should be expected to work for no compensation. This seems especially so in matters in which one's personal liberty is at stake. While I never want a client to be dissatisfied with my representation, I am especially concerned when there appears to be a misunderstanding of the reasons for that dissatisfaction. If you would like to further discuss any aspect of your case, please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Curtis E. Barnes, Esq.
Posted by Arlene | February 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Lawyer
Atty.Barnes is a very competent layer. I highly recommend him. He is very knowledgeable in the rule of law.
Posted by Joseph | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing wonderful caring.
Curtis went above and beyond for my son. Working hard making time for him aggressive kind representation. Great preparation. And got his f3 charge reduced to m3. And kept in touch after to make sure everything is ok. I would highly recommend curtis for any situation you have. It's a blessing...
Curtis Elwyn Barnes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Barnes is conscientious, well mannered, excellent orator, and his clients are well served by Attorney Barnes."
Lloyd Hampton
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Founder/Owner, Curtis E. Barnes, Attorney at Law
1990 - 1993
Assistant District Attorney, Office of Berks County District Attorney
1987 - 1987
Intern, Florida State Attorney General's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
Hope Rescue MissionBoard Member
1994 - Present
Berks County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
Mid-Atlantic Air Museum
Member
Education
1988
Widener University School of Law
Juris Doctor
1985
Florida State University
MA - Masters