Curtis Elwyn Barnes

Curtis Elwyn Barnes

4.6
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Reading, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy ... +3 more

530 Walnut Street, Reading, PA

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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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Curtis Elwyn Barnes's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 10 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Greta | July 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Satisfied Customer

After many times of searching on the internet for an Attorney... Cutis Barnes seemed to stand out to me more then the others... I recently was charged with something and I knew that after many searches and meeting with Curtis he was the one that could help me through my time of need... As we sat in h...is office and I explained to him what I was falsely accused of doing he not only showed his honesty but his understanding as well... He believed me in everything I told him about my case and my innocense in it but not because I told him that I didnt do it but because of me and my sincerity in it... I cant explaine how he knew it but he knew by just meeting with me that I didnt do what I am accused of doing... He was willing to take my case and fight for me through it all until the end and willing to go the extra mile to do so... He is a kind hearted and nobel man that has been nothing but generous to me and my needs... He understood my feelings and what I wanted through this case and is willing to get me what I feel is right for me... And that meant alot to me... I reccomend that if you are in need of an Attorney... Call Curtis Barnes... He is great!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2017 | Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

I Hired Mr. Barnes to represent me in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. It was the worst experience . When I went in Front of the Judge .Mr . BARNES did not have my paperwork complete they gave him 24 Hours to get it to them . He missed a creditor in the amount of 1000.00 .He said he would take care of it . H...e never did . He would never respond to emails which I still have saved . Which almost cost me the repossession of my truck. He told me the creditor couldn't take it. Which in fact they could & I had to take care of that situation on my own & to top it off he never told me !!! I found out myself & contacted him . He has a lady take all his calls from her home & I would call and and call with . No call backs . I always received an excuse why Mr Barnes was not available .Than she would not even answer the phone . To this day my creditor was never discharged like Mr. Barnes said that he would take care of . It was a simple Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. I Think I DESERVE A REFUND! SO I CAN PAY MY CREDITOR ...IN MY EXPERIENCE I WOULD NEVER RECOMMEND MR.Barnes ...IF YOU DO ..GOOD LUCK!

Posted by A Very Satisfied Client | February 19, 2015 | Criminal Defense

The Best Lawyer I Know!

I should have learned the first time, but I didn't. I was charged last year with retail theft, Up to that point, I had never been involved with the courts before. I was very worried about having a criminal record, so I called Mr. Barnes. After meeting with me, he contacted the Berks County Distr...ict Attorney's Office to arrange for my placement into an ARD program. He explained that the requirements I had to meet in it were similar to being on probaton, however, after completing the program, my record would be wiped clean. After being placed in the program, I was charged again with a second retail theft. I was crushed, because, Mr. Barnes had advised me that if I was charged again, I would most likely be removed from the program and if convicted would have a criminal record. Foretunately for me, Mr. Barnes was able to convince the prosecutor and the judge that I should get one more chance. They agreed and I was placed on the ARD program a second time. Throughout both cases, Attorney Barnes was a great counselor and friend! If you need a terrific lawyer who not only knows what he's doing, but also cares about his clients, get in touch with him. You'll be glad you did!

Posted by A criminal defense client | February 12, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Lawyer!!

When I first contacted Attorney Curtis E. Barnes, I thought my life was over. I was charged with numerous criminal violations, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The charges stemmed from allegations my wife falsely made against me. She claimed I stabbed her with a knife during a do...mestic assault. At my hearing, during cross examination of my wife, Mr. Barnes was able to get her to admit she stabbed herself and then tried to blame it on me! At the end of the hearing, all charges were dismissed! Curt, thank you so much. If you need a great attorney, get in touch with Curtis E. Barnes.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Great Criminal Trial Attorney!

I was charged with felony burglary, criminal trespass, theft and other related charges in Berks County, Pennnsylvania. I told Curt that I couldn't be guilty because I wasn't present at the scene of the alleged burglary since I was working more than sixty-five miles away. Curt took the time to prepa...re me for a jury trial. He contacted and had my employer , who backed up my alibi, present for the trial. He also did a terrific job of cross examining the Commonwealth witnesses. After a two day trial, the jury came back in less than fifteen minutes and found me not guilty of all charges. I really owe a debt of graditude to Mr. Barnes.

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Curtis Elwyn Barnes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lloyd Hampton

General practice lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Barnes is conscientious, well mannered, excellent orator, and his clients are well served by Attorney Barnes."

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Lloyd Hampton

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

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 Mission

Board Member

1994 - Present

Berks County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Mid-Atlantic Air Museum

Member

Education

1988

Widener University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1985

Florida State University

MA - Masters

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