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Latasha Vinson Barnes

Personal injury Attorney at Atlanta, GA

5.0   21 reviews
  • Licensed for 13 years
    State GA
    Acquired 2010
    Status
    Active Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

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About Latasha

Learn Latasha’s areas of practice.

2
Practice areas
  1. Personal injury
    60%
    Car accidents and tractor trailer accidents

    13 years

  2. DUI and DWI
    40%

    13 years

DUI AND PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY WHO IS ALSO A FORMER PROSECUTOR. YOUR SOLUTION STARTS HERE!

Former prosecutor who knows the system and is ready to fight for you. Your solution starts here. Call today for consultation.

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The Barnes Law Office, LLC
2310 Parklake Drive NE
Suite 370
Atlanta, GA, 30345

Reviews

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Posted by MichaelLaScala | April 27, 2015
She is a great lawyer!
Latasha and I had many cases together over the years while she was a prosecutor in Fulton County State Court. She was ALWAYS incredibly prepared and knew the facts and law inside and out. She was a true pleasure to work with - wish they all were like her - an incredibly intelligent prosecutor that used common sense. I am so happy that she will now be defending the accused with the same passion and vigor. She is simply a fantastic lawyer and person. I highly recommend Latasha.
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Posted by Asia | June 10, 2015
An experience I will never forget
I am 23 years old and had no idea what to expect. This was my first offensive charge and I was extremely scared. As soon as I met with Ms. Barnes, she instantly made me feel comfortable and assured me she would do her best to represent me and strive to get the results that I wanted. She kept me well informed and made me feel very at ease during the entire process. She stayed in contact with me constantly and when I had a question she would always answer. She actually called me to keep me updated with what she was doing in the process of my case. I knew what was done, what was being done, and what would happen next. She also kept me informed with her client profile page. She sets you up with a profile and you feel as if you are receiving individual treatment. In this profile you could see any and all documents she acquired. She was easy to talk to and she was very supportive. Ms. Barnes is extremely knowledgeable and sets all worries aside because as her client you know who is handling your case, and that she is doing her very best to get the results you want. I wanted my DUI to be reduced to a reckless driving, and she was very honest with me and told me she would do her best and even if she could not get it dropped in she would push forward and try her last options if she needed to. She gave me options, she gave me support, and she gave me hope knowing that I had someone who had my best interest at heart. She is definitely someone that will keep her clients her first priority and will be in your corner in and out of the courtroom. I strongly recommend her and her legal services. She is a great person and makes you feel at ease. This is for a first timer who had no idea what to expect and she prepared me for the good and the bad. That is what I loved about how she worked because I like to be informed and know what to expect even if it’s bad and she did exactly that. It was not hard to trust her and feel that my case was in great hands. Please contact her and get any legal advice. She even stayed with me after my reduced sentence to go over the next stages of what I needed to do to see this behind me even with probation. I thank her for everything she did and how she empowered me through my whole case.
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Posted by KRYSTLE | May 4, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Personal Injury Claim
I live in Augusta, GA which is about 2 hours from the Atlanta area. I was referred to The Barnes Law Firm by a sorority sister of mine. I am so glad she made this referral. Everybody down to the receptionist was nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. Being 2 hours away, I never felt as if nobody cared. Attorney Barnes and her staff always kept me informed of what was going on. I could call or message at any time and always got an answer. She advised wisely on the best plans of action. Attorney Barnes got me way more money than expected! I’m forever grateful to her and her staff. I even received a Christmas card in the mail. It was nice to still be thought of. Professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend.
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Posted by Chuck | October 24, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
This is a very competent lawyer.
I got a passing a stopped school bus ticket in Georgia. I had consulted this lawyer and she was eventually hired by me. Her fee is very affordable and reasonable. My lawyer, Ms. Barnes, represented me in the court. In less than 10 minutes, we walked out of the court, I paid the reduced fine and the whole case was over. No points. No warnings. No traffic school or community service. I do keep my driver license after all. If I received another traffic violation against me in the State of Georgia, I will definitely hire Ms. Latasha Vinson Barnes again.
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Posted by Christen | May 1, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The best Criminal Attorney
I had a probation violation case from 2015 and had hired two other attorneys prior to me hiring Attorney Barnes and they were unable to help me. After reading great reviews of Attorney Barnes on avvo.com I decided to hire her and I’m so thankful I did. Attorney Barnes had my case close in only a few weeks. And my family and I are forever grateful to her for that. She made me feel as though my case was a priority, she kept me in the loop of what was going on, courteous, and professional. She resolves my case when no one else could, couldn’t ask for a better attorney
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Posted by Jerry | July 10, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Outstanding Service
Words can’t express the way I feel. Mrs. Barnes and her team effortlessly went the mile to keep me up to date with every informative detail and continued to do everything possible to ensure things were in its proper order. I will be recommending them to all. Keep shinning!!!
Posted by Anthony | June 7, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
My case
Latasha Barnes is a great lawyer! I really trusted her with my case and she did everything to help me get my case dismissed. Mrs. Barnes always keeps in contact with her clients and she knows exactly what she’s doing. She did great! I will DEFINITELY recommend her to anyone who needs a lawyer. I’m so thankful and blessed that she did my case and helped my situation. I don’t know what I would do without her.
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Posted by Yéyé | April 24, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Amazing lawyer!!!!
I had previous representation for my fiancé’s case. Time was running out and we weren’t getting the attention we needed. I needed to take instant action because we needed him home. I was referred to Attorney Barnes, the same day i reached out to her she made time not only to meet me but to go over my fiancé’s case. An entire month the previous lawyer was on the case and had no leeway! Attorney Barnes took immediate action, and got him home to us BEFORE his court date. She closed his case with positive progression in 13 days! She stays in contact, responds to all questions and concerns, I absolutely love her and appreciate what she did for my family! If you want a lawyer who works hard and will truly fight for you, Attorney Barnes is the one for you!!!
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Posted by Venus | March 2, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Awesome Service
Mrs Barnes was extremely professional and handled out situation very well. She told us the truth about what to expect. Mrs Barnes and her staff made me and my son feel welcomed and like family. It truly calmed my nerves concerning my sons case. Even when things were trying to take a turn for the worst she kept calm and kept us calm and handled the situation beautifully. Thanks Mrs. Barnes for everything
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Posted by Brian | June 13, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Determined And Completely Dedicated
She not only passionately fought for my rights in court but also reassured me not to panic for the worst to come. She was not going to let the worst outcome as she strives and fights for the best. I am still amazed at the outcome of the case.
Posted by Kesha | December 28, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A life changing experience that Mrs. Barnes helped me through.
The laws regarding cases such as DUI’s are complex and out of my league. I was able to rest assured that a good lawyer such as Mrs. Latasha Barnes was capable of getting the job done. I was very satisfied with the decision to hire her as my lawyer. She was very professional and experienced with the ability to gained my trust in having my best interest at heart. Mrs. Barnes always kept me in the loop of every step that was taken in my case. I was always able to contact her which was imperative to me. She was on top of everything that pertained to my case and was always at my disposal to help me construct and ultimately win my case. In order to have a successful outcome communication was key to build a client/lawyer relationship. I was able to build a positive and open relationship to successfully have my case dismissed (thank God). The benefits of hiring an experienced lawyer such as Mrs. Barnes were: 1. I did not have to worry about doing it alone and possibly hindering my case unintentionally. Mrs. Barnes was there at every juncture of my case to help me build and execute the case and help put my mind at ease. 2. Mrs. Barnes gave me peace of mind in my uncertain and trying time. She made sure everything was taken care of, such as collecting evidence and proof to further argue my case in a favorable manner. 3. I obtain the best results possible for my particular case and with her being a great lawyer I was able to stay in my own home and stick to my everyday routine uninterrupted as opposed to, jail for a very long time. Concisely, while it is not illegal to have a drink or two with your dinner and then carefully drive home. Having a drink with your dinner or lunch does not necessarily mean that you are drunk to the point of being impaired. However, if you find yourself in the back of a cop car and are being hauled away to jail for a DUI offense, you can rest assure and know that Mrs. Barnes will work hard for you to get you the outcome you need. There was no monetary exchange for this review. I am a real customer that had a life changing experience in which, Mrs. Barnes was able to help me through.
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Posted by Donna | September 7, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Cival Case
Attorney Barnes was our attorney that handled a cival law suit case for us. Her professionaal approach towards our case was outstanding. I found her to be extremely responsive and very detailed. She treated us and our case with care and concern. She was patient with us and responded to each and every question we had. She kept us informed on any and all issues, changes, and court dates as it related to our case. My husband and I were both were pleased and very satisfied with Attorney Barnes. She is kind, smart, professional, honest, detailed, respectful, and warm. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
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Posted by anonymous | July 25, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
So Glad I Was Referred!
I had a probation revocation hearing and Ms. Barnes was recommended to me. I almost didn't hire legal counsel, but I am very glad that I did!! Ms. Barnes was upfront about her price (which was VERY reasonable), she kept me updated on my case, and she was honest about the potential outcome as well as what she could do for me. I was facing potential jail time and Ms. Barnes' expertise and professionalism allowed me to stay out of jail. Even the judge commented on what a great job she had done! I am extremely pleased with the outcome of my case and highly recommend Ms. Barnes to anyone in need of an attorney.
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Posted by Chemise | April 30, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Injury case
I was so lost, I have not been in a car accident before that was injury related. She walked me through it and was very detailed about what was going on, what to do and where to go. Everything went as planned and I really appreciate everything she has done for me and she has helped my family tremendously. Thank you Mrs. Barnes, you are a great lawyer.
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Posted by Colleen | April 15, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent Service with Personal Injury Claim
I was involved in an auto accident in November 2015. Fortunately, I was not at fault for the accident. However, my auto was totaled. I also suffered back and arm injuries. A friend of mine recommended that I contact Attorney Latasha Barnes. My experience with Attorney Barnes from beginning to end was positive and very professional. My initial meeting with Attorney Barnes was informative and personable. She explained in detail the process of a personal injury claim. It was obvious that she was knowledgeable and competent. I was most appreciative of the time she took to make certain that I was educated on the process. Attorney Barnes was very responsive - calls and emails were answered promptly. On numerous occasions, I spoke with Attorney Barnes via telephone. The conversations were friendly and helpful. I was impressed with the ease of downloading/uploading documents and emailing via the "My Case" software that is available to her clients. Attorney Barnes worked diligently on my case. I saw first hand how she persevered with insurance companies and medical billing offices. I am grateful for her hard work that resulted in a significant settlement for me. Although I hope that I will not need legal services in the future, Attorney Barnes would be my first choice for a Personal Injury Attorney. I would highly recommend her to friends and family.
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Posted by anonymous | April 8, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Awesome
Mrs. Barnes was refered to me via another lawyer and retaining her services was the best thing i could have done for my case. She was professional in every aspect. She was always available for any questions i had and she explained every step in the process. She not only used technology to make the case documents accessible from where ever i am but she also gave me a piece of mind knowing she had the credentials and experience to take my case and win! And boy did we win! She will be my lawer for anything i may face in the future. Best decision i ever made.
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Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A lawyer that cares
Working with Latasha has completely changed my opinion of attorneys. From my past experiences and what I have heard from others, lawyers are looking to get as much money from the client as possible and that's it. Not so with Latasha! She genuinely cares about her cases, her clients, and their well being. I can't say enough good things about her work, her professionalism, and her as a person. She's incredible and I would hire her again and again and again!
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Posted by Yolanda | July 28, 2015
Best Legal Service Received
Mrs. Barnes is truly a joy to work with regarding legal matters. She is courteous, professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. Her attention to detail truly made me confident in her experience.
Posted by KEON | July 1, 2015
Won the battle without a fight
Miss Barns not only won my DUI case, she did it without me even having to make a court appearance. She was very knowledgeable about the laws pertaining to my case and others. I would highly recommend her to anyone. she was very respectful of my time and my needs, she keep me updated every step of the way. Thank you miss Barnes, i could not have done this without you by my side...
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Posted by Toney | May 26, 2015
Traffic law representation you will be taken care of from beginning to winning.
Latasha is informative and detail oriented when it comes to representing her client. My experience was 1st class from our initial consultation to me winning my traffic violation tickets. I strongly recommend Mrs. Barnes to anybody looking for traffic law representation you will be taken care of from beginning to winning.
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Cost

Rates
  • Contingency 33%-33%
Payment methods
Cash, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Owner/ Managing Attorney
  • The Barnes Law Office, LLC
  • 2015 - Present
  • Assistant Solicitor General
  • Fulton County Solicitor General's Office
  • 2009 - 2014
  • Legal Intern
  • Sweet & Associates
  • 2007 - 2008
  • Legal Extern
  • Hinds County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
  • 2007 - 2007
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Education

  • Mississippi College School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2008
  • University of Georgia
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2005

Legal Cases

  • Possession of Marijuana Case
  • Dismissed
  • Traffic Ticket Dismissed
  • Case Dismissed
  • DUI case dismissed
  • Dismissed
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Associations

  • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • University of Georgia Metro Atlanta Alumni Association
  • Co-chair
  • 2014 - Present
  • Atlanta Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • DeKalb Lawyers Association
  • President
  • 2017 - 2018
  • DeKalb Lawyers Association
  • Secretary
  • 2014 - 2017
  • Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys
  • Member
  • 2012 - 2018
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • Georgia Super Lawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • Georgia Super Lawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • Georgia Super Lawyers
  • 2019
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • The National Trial Lawyers
  • 2016
  • 2016 Client Satisfaction Award
  • American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2016
  • Top 40 Under 40
  • The National Black Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Betty B. Cook Scholarship
  • Mississippi College School of Law
  • 2007
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Speaking Engagements

  • Criminal Law Boot Camp 101: The Nuts and Bolts of Navigating and Practicing Criminal Law in the State Courts of Georgia
  • DUI Basics
  • 2016
  • Teen Talk Back
  • High on Hip Hop: The Correlation of Drugs and Hip Hop in the Community
  • 2015

Attorney endorsements

Received (18)
Given (8)
Endorse Latasha
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A knowledgeable attorney that cares about her clients and that is willing to assist fellow attorneys. Compassionate and down-to-earth."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Latasha is a spectacular attorney, who fights hard for her clients! She is personable, intelligent, and a bulldog in the courtroom. I highly recommend her!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Latahsa and I had one of my most memorable trials when she was learning the ropes as a Solicitor General in Fulton County. I am sure glad we are on the same side now. It has been a great joy to watch her successes as a private practitioner and I know she has the skills and compassion to achieve the best results for her clients. I endorse her without hesitation and am proud to call her a friend as well as a colleague. Her results speak for themselves."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 31
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer. Her answer to one of the AVVO questions posed on a criminal matter is both astute and insightful."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I dealt with Latasha when she was a prosecutor. She was fair but tough and did a good job. I have seen her in court since she left the Solicitor's office and is not afraid to mix it up with the police. She is a strong advocate for her clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Friends and family alike are in good hands with Attorney Barnes!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 10
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this lawyer. Latasha was a tenacious prosecutor and can use that knowledge and experience to protect the rights of those accused here in Georgia."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Jul 09
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Latasha is by far one of the most hard-working, personable, and genuine Attorneys I know. Her skills as a trial Attorney are impressive and her compassion for her clients are unmatched. I routinely refer potential clients to Latasha because I know that they will be in good hands!"
Criminal defense Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Attorney Barnes is a phenomenal attorney and well respected in the legal community. Her unique background and years of experience has given her the necessary tools to serve as an excellent legal advocate on behalf of her clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 10
Relationship: Co-worker
"I worked with Latasha for over 4 years as a prosecutor in Fulton County. She was always competent, caring for crime victims, and a well respected advocate in court. She will continue to use her knowledge and skills to benefit her clients in private practice!"
Criminal defense Attorney | May 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I think the highest compliment that a lawyer can give to another lawyer is through a referral of a client. I have referred clients to Latasha, and I will continue to do so. She is extremely hardworking and responsive to her clients. You are in great hands with her."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 27
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Latasha's commitment to her clients and her knowledge of the law is what separates her from 99% of the lawyers in Atlanta. I fully endorse Mrs. Barnes."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Latasha is one of the finest lawyers I know. I have known her for many years, and working with her is always a pleasure. She is knowledgeable, dedicated, and ferocious. Over the years I tried several cases against Latasha when she was a prosecutor, and she was always a fierce adversary. I am pleased that she has joined us on the defense side. She is going to defend her client's with ferocity and passion."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Barnes is competent and works hard on every matter that she handles. She is a shining star in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 23
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Latasha is a phenomenal attorney. She was great as a prosecutor and I know she will do a great job representing her clients in private practice."
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