Stephen Barnes is a native of Memphis, Tennessee. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree at St. Louis University, he returned home to attend law school at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. After law school, Stephen clerked at Allen, Summers, Simpson, Lillie, and Gresham PLLC, a mid-size civil firm, before joining the Shelby County District Attorney’s office as a prosecutor, where he worked for several years. Through his work for the State, Stephen gained invaluable insight into the policies and practices of both the District Attorney’s office and local criminal courts. After leaving the prosecutor’s office, Stephen decided to put his knowledge and skills to use for his community, teaming up with Mr. Lenagar to create Lenagar & Barnes PLLC.
Practice areas
7 years, 1,000 cases
7 years, 1,000 cases
7 years, 1,000 cases
7 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TN | Active | 2012 | 04/27/2022 |
Legal answers | 187 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top Contributor Award | AVVO | 2020 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Lenagar and Barnes, PLLC | 2016 - Present |
Clerk | United States Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
Assistant District Attorney | Shelby County District Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2016 |
Clerk | Allen, Summers, Simpson, Lillie, and Gresham, PLLC | 2011 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2016 - Present |
Tennessee Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
Memphis Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Memphis | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
Saint Louis University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2008 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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2015 Shelby County Corrections Officer's Commencement Ceremony | Lasting Integrity | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Howell Apartments v. Willie Smith | Successful eviction of tenant, as well as judgment for back rent, attorney fees, and court costs. |
Tennessee V. Adams | Case Dismissed |
Howell Apartments v. Lisa Williamson | Successful eviction of tenant. |
Howell Apartments v. Yolanda Melton | Successful eviction of tenant, as well as judgment for back rent, attorney fees, and court costs. |
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James Simpson, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 6, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
He is the attorney to whom I refer juvenile court and criminal court matters in Memphis. He has an outstanding level of professionalism and a proven record of success.
Bob Huddleston, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 23, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen Barnes is an excellent attorney in all of his practice areas. He treats his clients with compassion and honesty, and is a zealous advocate. His trial skills, knowledge of the rules of evidence, and quick thinking are just a few things that make Stephen Barnes a great lawyer.
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