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4.7 /5.0
17 Client Reviews
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John L. Barnes
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Biography
Fishing is one of my favorite activities. Fly fishing is my preferred method. But I love teaching kids how to fish. Sailing is another passion of mine, and I lived aboard my sailboat in the mid-1990s in a harbor just off Galveston Bay.
Travel fascinates me, too. My next destination is Italy. I've been to Greece, and to stand in the palace of King Mynos was thrilling.
I enjoy cooking and gardening, and I'm always searching for new foods and new recipes.
Over 30 years of experience in providing individualized legal services.
Over 30 years of experience handling all of your estate planning needs. I practice a hands-on approach, as an effective plan must be personal to you and your family.
Over 25 years of experience in mediating your disputes. You can avoid expense and grief by mediating your conflict before suit is filed.
Over 30 years of experience handling all of your needs in probating an estate. I will simplify the probate process, accomplishing it as promptly as possible with a minimum of stress.
Over 25 years of guiding adoptive parents to a successful adoption. And I also will guide you through the adoption of an adult, most typically a stepchild.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
35%
Probate
20%
Trusts
15%
Power of Attorney
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 35 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Location
John L. Barnes, Attorney & Mediator
1617 Park Place Avenue, Suite 110, Fort Worth, TX, 76110
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John L. Barnes's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 6, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Incredible service
Attorney Barnes called me back the same evening! After discussing our needs he responded with documents and has been very accessible for answering further questions. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.
Posted by Walt A. Cleveland | April 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
None better !
I have known John all of my life. I would not have made it through law school or my first year in private practice without is gracious help. John is efficient and extremely meticulous in his work. Most importantly he genuinely cares about his clients, this is unfortunately to rare in our profession. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Adoption info
In the general forum, another attorney threw out a ball-park figure, which I was able to confirm with Mr. Barnes was reasonable for Texas attorneys. He was also very encouraging about the plans and changes our family intends to make.
Posted by anonymous | March 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mediation - Completely Satisfied Client
I was divorced for 12 years when my ex-husband defaulted on our mortgage. John helped me find the proper legal avenues to sell our home and keep my credit intact in the process. I would hire him for any of my family legal needs. His ethics are amazing and he is always looking out for what is fair ...
Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
John was a bulldog
I hired John to help me handle an insanely long dispute with a legal firm over the poor quality of their service...not an easy challenge! He quickly grasped my situation, offered easy-to-understand advice and stayed with the process until it was resolved in my favor. He's also a very funny guy. I re...
John L. Barnes's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney John Barnes taught a Family Law mediation course I attended recently. He is very knowledgeable about conflict resolution, mediation and Family Law. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Barnes is a fantastic attorney whose client-focused approach ensures excellent outcomes in his cases. He is always well prepared and very knowledgeable about estate planning law matters."
"John L. Barnes is a great lawyer with excellent judgment and legal ability. He is an attorney of the highest caliber, well-respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I enjoy reading his comments on this website. His answers are thorough and I often think "I wish I'd said that"! If I had a probate or estate planning question and I lived in his county, I would definitely call him for his advice and counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John as an excellent mediator as well as attorney. He is a scholar and has a wide range of practical legal experience. He's also very down-to-earth and is easy to work with. I endorse him without reservation."
"John is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Barnes is an expert in Estate Planning and Probate Law."
"I am happy to endorse John L. Barnes. The contributions of attorney Barnes on Avvo are consistently accurate, analytic, and customized to the needs of the askers. He is highly knowledgeable and gives generously of his time to help those in need of guidance. These are precisely the qualities that every client would look for when hiring a lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John is an excellent attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I unequivocally endorse and recommend John Barnes. I have known John for 17 years and can attest to his high moral character and ethical standards."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Top Family Attorney, Top Texas Lawyers
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Owner, John L. Barnes, Attorney & Mediator
1995 - 2002
Professor, South Texas College of Law - Houston
1990 - 1995
Adjunct Professor, University Of Houston Law School
Associations
2015 - Present
Tarrant County Probate Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Tarrant County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2016
Dispute Resolution Services of North TexasBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Knott, 118 S.W.3d 899 (Tex.App.—Texarkana 2003)
The court of appeals reversed with directions to not count the current wife's income in determining the amount of child support.
Rhone-Poulenc v Steel, 997 S.W.2d 217 (Tex. 1999)
The case was remanded to the trial court for further proceedings. The case settled for a substantial sum for my client.
Education
1990
University of Houston Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2022
Tarrant County - Community Center
Estate Planning
2021
Tarrant County Bar Association, Tax and Estate Planning
Estate Planning in Texas
2021
Tarrant County - Estate Planning Annual Updates
Estate Planning
2021
Tarrant County - Community Center
Estate Planning
2018
Tarrant County Community Center
Estate planning
2017
Magellan Health Care Employee Benefits
Effective Estate Planning
2017
Basic Mediator Training
Impasse and Caucus
2017
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2017
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2016
Basic Mediator Training
Effective communication techniques
2016
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2015
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2015
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2014
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2014
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2014
Basic Mediation Training
Identifying and resolving conflicts
2013
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2013
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2013
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2012
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2012
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2012
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2011
Family Mediation Training
Ethical dilemmas
2011
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2011
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2011
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2010
Family Mediation Training
Ethical dilemmas
2010
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2010
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2010
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2009
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2009
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2009
Family Mediation Training
Ethical Dilemmas
2009
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2008
Victim-offender Mediation Training
Effective communication techniques
2008
Family Mediation Training
Ethical dilemmas
2008
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2008
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2007
Family Mediation Training
Marital Property Rights
2007
Family Mediation Training
Ethical dilemmas
2007
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2007
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2006
Basic Mediation Training
Effective Communication Techniques
2006
Basic Mediation Training
The Role of the Mediator
2004
ADR Brown Bag Seminar
Drafting the Settlement Agreement
2002
Appellate Brown Bag
Plain English for Lawyers
2000
Preventing and Responding to the Maritime Emergency
Harbor rules
1999
Practical Writing for Lawyers
Use Plain English!
1999
Appellate Law Conference
Picking Your Best Appellate Points
1997
Appellate Law Conference
Effective Oral Arguments
1996
Appellate Law Conference
Expert Testimony
1995
Online Basic Mediation Training
Writing for online mediations
Publications
1975
South Central Names Institute
Lady Bellaston: Fielding's Use of the Charactonym
Languages
English
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