Case Christopher Barnett

Case Christopher Barnett

also known as Case Barnett, Case Barnett Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Costa Mesa, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

245 Fischer Avenue, Suite B4, Costa Mesa, CA

About Case

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 80%

Auto Accidents Motorcycle Accidents Trucking Accidents Animal & Dog Bites Birth Injury Slip and Fall Accidents Wrongful Death Brain Injury Burn Injury Pedestrian Accidents Spinal Cord Injuries Defective & Dangerous Products Premises Liability

16 years | 150 cases

80%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 20%

Nursing Home Abuse Skilled Nursing Facility Abuse Residential Care Facility Abuse Wrongful Death Bed Sores Falls Dehydration Malnourishment C-Diff Infectious Diseases Restraints

16 years | 20 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 21 years

State: California

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Case Barnett Law

245 Fischer Avenue, Suite B4, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

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Case Christopher Barnett's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Elder Law

Posted by Paulina | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

They are true professionals

Case and his team were very professional. They had the broad knowledge to deal with my complicated elder abuse case. After I gave them my initial story and some paperwork they did everything else for me. I was guided through the process from start to finish and had all of my questions answered and ex...pectations surpassed. They worked hard to ensure I saw a good outcome. It took a lot of the stress away knowing that my best interests were in the hands of the professionals.

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Case Christopher Barnett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Poster

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Case is a skilled trial lawyer who demonstrates true passion for his work and his clients. His substantial courtroom experience and relentless pursuit of justice make him an excellent choice of counsel."

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Kevin Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Case for many years at the Orange County Public Defender's office where he honed his trial skills to what is now a razor's edge. His magnanimous personality makes him an instant friend to all he meets and his access and connections within the legal community are unparalleled. This gives him a huge edge in being able to negotiate the best results for all his clients - even those with the most serious and complex matters. He is a fierce and skilled advocate in the courtroom who has a deft talent for relating to his juries. These skills and qualities make him an invaluable asset to any client he represents. To have Case on your team is to have confidence that you will have a tireless worker, staunch advocate, and skilled litigator working for you. That caliber of an attorney combined with the fact that he is a genuinely nice person who cares deeply about his clients is rare indeed."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Case. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christopher Taylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Case Barnett to anyone seeking a skilled litigator and zealous advocate in a criminal case or personal injury matter. Case and I worked together for many years as criminal defense attorneys, and I can attest to his abilities as a proficient trial attorney and skilled negotiator. Any person looking for criminal defense or personal injury representation would be very fortunate to have Case Barnett as their attorney."

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Sean Hennessey

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I believe Case Barnett is an excellent trial lawyer and very knowledgeable in the area of criminal defense."

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Katherine Walsh

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Case Barnett on numerous cases over the years when he was a public defender and I was a prosecutor. He always obtained excellent results for his clients through his personality, patience and intellect. He is great in front of a jury as well."

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Denise Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"While working with Case at the Orange County Public Defender's Office, I had the opportunity to not only hear about his accomplishments but also see his trial skills in action. Case's unbridled perseverance coupled with thoughtful expertise makes him a skilled and effective advocate. I highly endorse Case."

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Morvarid Ahmadi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Case when we were both still deputy public defenders. He is a phenomenal attorney who has the intelligence to navigate the most complex legal issues, and a personality that will win jurors over every time. His clients should all feel lucky to be in such capable hands."

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Christian Spaulding

Litigation lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Case Barnett is a phenomenal litigation attorney. In both criminal and civl matters, Mr. Barnett constantly impresses his clients, fellow attorneys, and Judges with his attention to detail and creative approach to difficult situations. I endorse Case Barnett with the highest degree of confidence. I have referred numerous matters to Mr. Barnett and will continue to do so."

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Zachary McCready

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I watched this guy take a difficult DUI case and score a win against the odds. If you have a tough case and you absolutely, positively must win your case, hire Case Barnett. He is the best."

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Mani Dabiri

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Case without reservation. His talent, background, and experience make him one of the very best defense attorneys I know. He is a brilliant trial lawyer and someone I'd trust to defend the most difficult of cases."

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Seyed Kazerounian

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Mr. Barnett's track record both at the OC Public Defender's office and at Bernett & Barnett. His record speaks for itself...he is simply one of the best there is in his field."

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Mohammad Kazerouni

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of contacting Mr. Barnett regarding a criminal matter and his insights greatly helped resolving my client's case. He is an experienced advocate and an indispensable asset to his clients."

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Michael Malaier

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Friend

"Case is a highly competent, aggressive advocate for his clients."

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Sean Hennessey

General practice lawyer

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Katherine Walsh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christian Spaulding

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Matthew Loker

General practice lawyer

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Zachary McCready

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mani Dabiri

Criminal defense lawyer

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Seyed Kazerounian

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Top 10% of Attorneys, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

The Top Trial Lawyers In America, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Owner & Lead Trial Attorney, Case Barnett Law

2010 - 2015

Partner, Law Office of Barnett & Barnett

2005 - 2010

Deputy Public Defender, Orange County Public Defender's Office

2004 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Sedgwick Detert Moran & Arnold

Associations

2011 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Orange County Criminal Defense Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Orange County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers' Association

Member

2011 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2011 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2011 - Present

AAJ Nursing Home Litigation Group

Member

2011 - Present

Robert Banyard Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Hiebel v. New Generation Mattress Manufacturing Company

2 Million Dollars

Marquez v. Rosa Farms

1.3 Million Dollar Settlement

Ferguson v. Confidential Nursing Home

1 Million

Dr. B v. Confidential Homeowner's Association

4.8 Million

Scharf vs. Calvary Chapel

3.8 million dollar settlement after liability verdict

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Education

2004

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Santa Clara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Orange County Sheriff's Department

New Deputy Testimony Training

2013

OC Public Defender's Office New Lawyer Training

Why To Try The Difficult Case

2011

North Orange County Criminal Bar Association

Trial Evidence and Objections

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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