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Stephen Ashley Barnes
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Biography
Stephen Barnes is the esteemed founder of Barnes Trial Group, exclusively representing family members and victims of personal injury and wrongful death. With unwavering dedication, his entire practice is devoted to seeking justice and fair compensation for those who have suffered harm and loss due to the negligence and carelessness of others.
Throughout his impressive thirty-year career, Mr. Barnes has earned recognition as a pre-eminent and highly skilled trial lawyer by prestigious attorney rating and certification organizations such as The Florida Bar, the National Board of Trial Advocacy, the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), Florida Trend, and Tampa Bay Magazine.
Mr. Barnes achieved the distinction of becoming one of Florida's youngest board-certified civil trial attorneys at the age of 33, a testament to his exceptional legal acumen. Notably, he proudly holds the AV Pre-eminent* peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Driven by a strong conviction, Mr. Barnes firmly believes that when an injured individual or a family member of a deceased loved one places their trust in the Barnes Trial Group, it becomes his moral obligation to provide them with the strength and attention they need and deserve. His unwavering commitment extends to pursuing a full recovery of monetary damages to restore the balance for the client's suffered harms and losses.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
25%
32 years | 1,000 cases
Wrongful Death
25%
32 years | 100 cases
Brain Injury
15%
32 years | 50 cases
Medical Malpractice
15%
32 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Florida for 31 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Location
Barnes Trial Group
1104 N Howard Ave, 3rd Floor, Tampa, FL, 33607
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Stephen Ashley Barnes's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 22 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Alex | September 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Stephen Barnes is the Man!!!
What an absolute pleasure to work with such a committed individual. Punctual, on top, and professional are just some of the outer layers you get when working with Barnes. Not to exclude his tenacity, hard work ethic, and genuine concern for your well being along with the steadfast nature to see your ...
Posted by Nick | July 20, 2015
Stephen Barnes from a client's perspective
I am a professional in the business world and tend to hold people to my standards as an individual. Those are strict exacting standards. My clients depend on me and my skills to keep them and their families safe. I own a marine repair service facility and work on boats from 15 to 50 feet. My work ha...
Posted by KL | June 1, 2015
One hundred percent satisfied!
I found Mr. Barnes to be a very knowledgeable and fast acting lawyer. I was always kept informed about all matters and so appreciate the speed at which my case was handled. I thank you Mr. Stephen Barnes for not only representing me, but resolving my case in such a timely manner! You have my vote of ...
Posted by Daniel | April 11, 2015
Job well done
I would highly recommend Mr. Barnes and his staff. Very professional. Always answered my questions. Was very honest with me about what I should expect from my case.
Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2015
Car Accident
I was very pleased with Mr. Barnes and the Barnes Trial Group. Everyone was very professional and nice. They answered all my questions and addressed any of my concerns. I felt confident with BTG representing me. The BTG was able to settle my case with the maximum limits allowed without going to trial...
Stephen Ashley Barnes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Barnes on several matters. He is a wonderful person and a talented litigator. Mr. Barnes possesses a rare combination of skill and charm, which cannot go unnoticed by any jury. Mr. Barnes truly cares for his clients and their cases. I wholeheartedly recommend him as a personal injury/ medical malpractice attorney to anyone in need of legal services. I also recommend Mr. Barnes to attorneys who are looking to refer out their serious injury cases."
"What else is there to say about an attorney that is recognized by all his peers as one of the best litigators and trial attorneys around? I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Barnes on several cases that needed the additional touch that he brings to the table. I am proud to have Mr. Barnes as a mentor a co counsel and can state with complete confidence that his talents are second to none. If you are seeking the highest level of representation this is the man to speak with. If you are an attorney and seeking to bring in co counsel to take your case from good to great, Mr. Barnes is it. Mr. Barnes takes an approach to damages that is only visible with attorneys that never relent in the quest for greatness."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steve and find him engaging, superior of intellect and committed to his clients. His superior trial skills and experience serve his clients well."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen Barnes is an outstanding trial attorney. He is one of the top litigators in the state and is quite respected by other attorney's in the legal community to render great results for his clients."
"I endorse Stephen. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve has an expansive knowledge of both the law in the personal injury arena and of the complex medicine involved in brain injury cases. Having seen him in action at trial and in deposition, I can confidently say that he is a truly experienced and thorough practitioner in this area of the law. He is widely respected by his clients and peers alike and I would recommend him to anyone looking for counsel on a complex brain injury case."
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"I've known and have worked with Steve for several years. I find him to have tremendous integrity, an outstanding work ethic and a strong desire to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients. I feel confident in endorsing him."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Public Reprimand issued in FL, 2014
updated on 07/28/2014Public reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Attorneys in Florida, SuperLawyers
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Super Lawyer, Florida Super Lawyers
2014
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2013
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Top Lawyer, Tampa Bay Magazine
2011
The State's Legal Leaders, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2011
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Top Lawyers List, Tampa Bay Magazine
2010
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2010
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2009
Shoe Leather Award for Outstanding Legislative Efforts, Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)
2009
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Florida Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Board Certified, Civil Trial Advocacy (recertified), National Board of Trial Advocacy
2007
Board Certified, Civil Trial Law (recertified), Florida Bar
2006
Vangaurd Award for Outstanding political fundraising, Florida Lawyers Action Group
2005
Golden Eagle Award, Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)
2005
Outstanding Fundraising Achievement Award, Floridians for Patient Protection
2004
Bronze Eagle Award, Florida Justice Association (Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers)
2003
Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates
2002
Board Certified, Civil Trial Law, Florida Bar
2002
Board Certified, Civil Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Shareholder, Stephen Barnes, P.A. / Barnes Trial Group
1998 - 2009
Partner, Abrahamson, Uiterwyk & Barnes
Associations
1998 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle member
1994 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers SectionMember
2003 - 2015
American Board of Trial Advocates (Central Florida chapter)Associate
2002 - 2015
National Board of Trial AdvocacyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Negligent Security, Mild Brain Injury
$2,250,000
Lemonade out of Lemons
$350,000
Motorcycle Accident, Brain Injury & Insurance Coverage
$3,900.000
Low impact Automobile Accident
Verdict near $1,000,000 & insurance company sanctioned over $200,000 for fees and costs
Complete Breakdown of the Medical System
$3,800,000
Insurance Company Shenanigans and Bad Faith
$1,610,000
Education
1993
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Florida
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Al J. Cone Trial Advocacy Institute
Sun Tzu Art of Cross Examining the Expert Witness
2012
Southern Trial Lawyers Association Convention
Taking out the Trash: Limiting the Junk Science Expert
2012
Raising the Bar
Challenging Defense Radiology Causation Opinions
2011
Hillsborough County Bar Association Seminar
Biodynamic Research Corporation: The Truth Behind the Fraud
2009
Flordida Justice Association Workhorse Seminar
Successfully Limiting the Defense Biomechanical Expert
2009
FJA Jury Selection Seminar
Jury Selection: Case Law Update
2008
Florida House of Representatives Committee Hearings
Fla. House Committee Testimony: Proposals for Settlement
Languages
Spanish
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