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Joseph Barnette
Charlotte, NC Attorney
(704) 348-5287 227 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Business
Harvard Law School
Joseph Barnett
ABERDEEN, SD Attorney
(605) 225-5420 ABERDEEN, SD 57402
Civil Rights, Collections and Workers' Comp
Joseph Keith Barnette
Charlotte, NC Attorney with 20 years of experience
(704) 339-1709 201 N. Tryon Street
Suite 2000
Charlotte, NC 28202
Michael Joseph Barnett
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Michael Joseph Barnett
HICKORY, NC Attorney with 20 years of experience
(828) 322-7741 PO BOX 218
HICKORY, NC 28603
Collections, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Michael J. Barnett is a partner with the Firm. He represents corporations and individuals, plaintiffs and defendants, in a wide variety of litigation matters in the areas of Business/Commercial Litigation, Estate and Trust Proceedings, Will Caveats, Incompetency and Guardianship Proceedings, Family Law, Real Estate and Construction Litigation, Collections, Plaintiff’s Personal Injury, and Bankruptcy-Creditors’ Rights. Mike has represented clients throughout the state in more than 20 trials, at arbitration proceedings and at the North Carolina Supreme Court, Court of Appeals and Business Court. He was named one of North Carolina’s Rising Stars for 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 in...
Barry Joe Barnette
Spartanburg, SC Attorney with 35 years of experience
Spartanburg, SC 29306
Kelley Jo Barnett
Cleveland, OH Lawyer
Cleveland, OH 44106
Joseph Barnett Silverstein
Philadelphia, PA Lawyer
(215) 972-0311 1831 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Daniel Joseph Taylor
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Daniel Joseph Taylor
Jackson, TN Lawyer
312 E Lafayette St
Jackson, TN 38301
Free ConsultationCriminal
Daniel J. Taylor, a resident of Jackson, Tennessee, concentrates his practice primarily in the areas of state and federal criminal defense law in West Tennessee. He is a partner at the law firm of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb. He is certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization. He has been continued to be recertified every five years since 2000. He is also qualified pursuant to the Rules of the Tennessee Supreme Court to serve as lead counsel in capital (death penalty)...
Joseph Thomas Joseph Jr
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Joseph Thomas Joseph Jr
Cleveland, OH Lawyer
(216) 522-1600 55 Public Square
Cleveland, OH 44113
Business, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Joseph T. Joseph, Jr. is the founder and principal personal injury attorney for Joseph Law Group in Cleveland, Ohio. His legal experience focuses on litigating and successfully negotiating settlements for those affected by a personal injury or wrongful death. Joe has earned thousands of victories for personal injury victims throughout his career. He is also well-versed in appellate court, including involvement in a major insurance coverage victory decided by the Supreme Court of Ohio. He is authorized to practice law in Ohio and the United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Southern District of Ohio and recently admitted to practice...
Joe Alan Joseph
Birmingham, AL Attorney
(205) 251-3000 420 20th St N
Birmingham, AL 35203
Bankruptcy and Business
Joseph Mark Joseph
Hermitage, PA Attorney
(724) 981-7333 409 N Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
Business, Divorce and Family
Joseph ( Joe ) O'Connor
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Joseph ( Joe ) O'Connor
Newport Beach, CA Attorney with 22 years of experience
(949) 459-3380 120 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Free ConsultationBusiness and Construction
Western State University College of Law
Our firm was founded with the intention of providing businesses, large and small, with skillful legal representation tailored to each client’s particular needs and long-term goals. With more than a decade of legal experience, we advance our clients’ interests, anticipate their needs, provide sound legal advice and represent client interests in transactions, disputes and litigation.

We often act as general counsel for many transactions and business clients. We understand your legal needs and the importance of being cost-effective firm. We are committed to offering thorough, comprehensive and creative legal solutions to common and uncommon legal problems. Handling business litigation matters for...
Joseph W. 'Joe' Shulter
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Joseph W. "Joe" Shulter
San Antonio, TX Lawyer with 42 years of experience
(210) 344-4040 900 NE Loop 410
Suite D-410
San Antonio, TX 78209
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
A San Antonio native, Joseph W. Shulter has been practicing law for over 34 years; he has been licensed since 1981. He has practiced consumer bankruptcy law for 27 years. Joseph W. Shulter has worked for several firms in San Antonio and has now decided to open his own practice. He is Board Certified, Consumer Bankruptcy -- Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Joseph Joe Mugan
Las Vegas, NV Lawyer with 19 years of experience
(702) 405-8500 1835 Village Center Cir
Las Vegas, NV 89134
UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law
Jo-Yee Joseph Lam
SF, CA Attorney with 21 years of experience
555 Battery St
504
SF, CA 94111
The George Washington University Law School
Shawn Barnett
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Shawn Barnett
Chicago, IL Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(312) 870-6905 53 West Jackson Blvd, Suite 330
Chicago, IL 60604
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfCivil Rights, Criminal, Municipal and Personal Injury
Loyola University Chicago School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Shawn Barnett is a skilled litigator and trial attorney who is dedicated to helping those who have been victimized by law enforcement or correctional officers. He has received multiple million-dollar settlements for his clients and has been recognized as an Illinois Rising Star multiple times. During his time as an attorney, Shawn has represented numerous clients who have been injured by those who have abused their authority. He has vigorously pursued a wide variety of claims on behalf of his clients, including false arrest, malicious prosecution, excessive force, wrongful death, and sexual assault. Shawn has a particular focus on police involved...
Kelley Anne Joseph
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Kelley Anne Joseph
(888) 392-5784 2 S. University Drive
Suite 312
Plantation, FL 33324
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPlantation, FL Attorney with 29 years of experience
Divorce and Family
Nova Southeastern University
Ms Joseph has over 25 years’ experience litigating marital & family law cases throughout South Florida, around the state, and occasionally, around the country. Ms. Joseph is passionate about helping her clients navigate the legal process, yet mindful of the financial and emotional toll drawn out, and unnecessary litigation takes on the family. Ms. Joseph handles divorce, child custody, paternity, alimony & support, equitable distribution, injunctions, enforcement, modification; temporary relief, uncontested cases and more, every day. Ms Joseph works with respected experts, in complex & discreet settlement negotiations, prepares agreements, etc. Ms. Joseph has vast experience mediating and...
Brandon Wilson Barnett
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Brandon Wilson Barnett
(817) 993-9249 930 W. 1st St.
Suite 202
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Free ConsultationFort Worth, TX Attorney with 17 years of experience
Criminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
The George Washington University Law School and Texas Tech University School of Law
Brandon Barnett is an award-winning Fort Worth criminal defense and family lawyer. His practice is exclusively focused on criminal defense and family law in Tarrant County and surrounding areas. Mr. Barnett is also a Reserve Military Judge and an adjunct law professor.
Michael H. Joseph
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Michael H. Joseph
(914) 354-3809 203 E Post Rd
White Plains, NY 10601
Free ConsultationWhite Plains, NY Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Construction, Maritime and Personal Injury
Tulane University School of Law
Michael H. Joseph is an injury attorney serving New York City, NY, Manhattan, and White Plains. He is also a Partner at the Law Office of Michael H. Joseph, PLLC. He has devoted his career to representing people who were hurt in accidents at construction sites and other locations.

With more than a decade of experience representing clients, Mr. Joseph is an effective advocate in the courtroom, on appeal, at arbitrations, during mediations, and in administrative hearings. Since he understands how stressful and complicated life after an unexpected accident can be, Mr. Joseph vigorously advocates on behalf of injured individuals to...
Charles Joseph
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Charles Joseph
New York, NY Attorney with 33 years of experience
(212) 651-4238 32 Broadway
Suite 601
New York, NY 10004
Free ConsultationEmployment
New York University
Charles Joseph is the founding partner at Joseph & Kirschenbaum LLP. Charles founded Joseph & Kirschenbaum to help workers who had been wronged by unfair employment and wage practices. His firm is dedicated to helping employees win claims for discrimination, sexual harassment, wage theft, retaliation, whistleblowing, and other illegal employer activities. Charles has won numerous major legal victories for workers in all occupations and industries. His firm has recovered over $140 million for workers across the country.
Brandon Joseph
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Brandon Joseph
Dallas, TX Lawyer with 8 years of experience
(214) 692-8200 8115 Preston Rd
#270
Dallas, TX 75225
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
South Texas College of Law
Brandon Joseph is an Attorney at McClure Law Group. As a persuasive advocate, Brandon's intense work ethic and passion for the law makes him a real asset to the McClure legal team and their clients.

Brandon has proven himself a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. During his first month at McClure Law Group, Brandon successfully persuaded a court to reconsider and overturn its ruling which granted an emergency protective order. Since that time, Brandon has successfully prosecuted and defended against multiple family violence protective orders. Additionally, Brandon has received numerous victories in suits to modify prior court orders,...
Benjamin T. Barnett
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Benjamin T. Barnett
(865) 474-0128 7417 Kingston Pike
Suite 203
Knoxville, TN 37919
Knoxville, TN Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Divorce and Family
University of Tennessee College of Law
I practice primarily Divorce and Custody law throughout East Tennessee. This field allows me to make a real difference in the outcome of a client on a daily basis.

I give direct and realistic advice to each client based on their personal scenario and work very hard to ensure that each maximizes the circumstance they find themselves facing.

My attorneys and staff work as a team to tackle your issue. I help each client develop specific understanding of their legal issue to provide the knowledge to make an informed decision.

I am a native Tennessean and proud...
Marla A. Joseph
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Marla A. Joseph
Jenkintown, PA Attorney with 29 years of experience
(215) 884-6664 135 Old York Rd
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Free ConsultationEmployment, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
James Paul Joseph
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James Paul Joseph
Garden City, NY Lawyer with 30 years of experience
(516) 542-2000 666 Old Country Road
Garden City, NY 11530
Divorce and Family
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
In 1998, I started my own family law practice. I have very high professional standards and only through my own firm could I ensure that my staff and my associates shared my values. By setting these standards and focusing exclusively in divorce and family law, Joseph Law Group, P.C. has gained a reputation as one of the preeminent family law firms on Long Island. We believe the divorce process must not just be about dissolving your marriage, but protecting and building your future. We carefully listen to your priorities and educate you on the best processes and...
Henry Barnett
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Henry Barnett
Atlanta, GA Attorney with 40 years of experience
(800) 786-8851 315 W. Ponce De Leon Avenue
Suite 850
Atlanta, GA 30030
Free ConsultationSocial Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Emory University School of Law
Attorney Hank Barnett graduated in 1983 from Emory Law School in Atlanta, Georgia, and has devoted his entire legal career to helping workers who have suffered on-the-job injuries obtain medical care and money benefits. Mr. Barnett gives clients the legal service they need and the respect that they deserve. We know the stress and frustration that can be involved in the workers’ compensation claims process. We provide experienced legal advocacy to injured workers in Georgia. Learn more about workers’ comp lawyer Hank Barnett by clicking on the link below.
Christopher Joseph
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Christopher Joseph
Kansas City, MO Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(816) 673-3900 926 Cherry St.
Kansas City, MO 64106
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal and White Collar Crime
University of Kansas
Mr. Joseph represents individuals and businesses during the investigation and prosecution of criminal charges in federal and state courts. He also represents businesses and individuals in complex civil litigation, primarily in federal court. He leads the firm’s criminal and civil asset forfeiture practice groups.

Mr. Joseph received his juris doctorate in 2000 from the University of Kansas School of Law. He was invited to membership in the Order of the Coif, a national honor society for law school graduates with exceptional academic achievement. Mr. Joseph graduated summa cum laude from Wichita State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in...
Case Barnett
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Case Barnett
Costa Mesa, CA Attorney with 19 years of experience
(949) 861-2990 245 Fischer Avenue
Suite B4
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Elder, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Case Barnett Law is re-defining how law firms operate. We have made it our mission to change the public's perception of attorneys by proving that our law firm is a safe place where they can find the support they need during a very difficult time in their life.

Case Barnett Law is owned and operated by husband and wife team Case and Nicole Barnett. Case Barnett is the lead trial attorney and has 14 years of experience as a lawyer. Nicole Barnett is dedicated to client satisfaction and happiness. She works faithfully to provide an honest and transparent law firm...
Ned Barnett
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Ned Barnett
Houston, TX Attorney with 37 years of experience
(713) 222-6767 8441 Gulf Fwy
Ste 210
Houston, TX 77017
Criminal, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of Houston Law Center and The University of Texas School of Law
If you have been arrested or are under investigation for a crime, consider contacting a Houston sex crimes defense attorney at The Law Offices of Ned Barnett. The firm was founded by attorney Ned Barnett, a fourth generation lawyer. He has more than 20 years of experience and is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Board Certification indicates that he is one of the few Texas attorneys who has the right to refer to himself as a criminal law specialist. Our firm handles all types of criminal cases, including DWI, sexual assault, computer and...
Marc A Joseph
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Marc A Joseph
Tampa, FL Attorney with 25 years of experience
1207 N Franklin St #214,
Tampa, FL 33602
Free ConsultationCriminal
University of Miami School of Law
Marc A. Joseph, P.A. has defended thousands of clients and prosecuted none. Unlike former prosecutors, I have never worked one day to put someone in jail or prison. I will provide the level of uncompromising legal representation that makes a difference in my ability to help my clients avoid criminal convictions and maximum penalties for the offenses they have been accused of committing. Marc A. Joseph is passionate about protecting the rights of the accused in Florida criminal cases! Many defendants are wrongly accused, others know they have made mistakes, but look for an attorney who will...
Barry C. Barnett
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Barry C. Barnett
Houston, TX Lawyer with 38 years of experience
(866) 754-1900 1000 Louisiana, Suite 5100
Houston, TX 77002
Free ConsultationIP
Harvard University
Clients and colleagues call Barry Barnett an “incredibly gifted lawyer” (Chambers and Partners) who is “magic in the courtroom” (Who’s Who Legal), “the top antitrust lawyer in Texas” (Chambers and Partners), and “a person of unquestioned integrity” (David J. Beck, founder of Beck Redden). Barnett is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers, and Lawdragon has named him one of the top 500 lawyers in the United States three years in a row. Best Lawyers in America has honored him as “Lawyer of the Year” for Bet-the-Company Litigation (2019 and 2017) and Patent Litigation (2020) in Houston. Based in...
Sherley Joseph-Roper
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Sherley Joseph-Roper
Snellville, GA Attorney with 15 years of experience
(770) 874-0174 2330 Scenic Highway S
Snellville, GA 30078
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfElder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
St. John's University School of Law
Sherley Joseph-Roper obtained her law degree from St. John's University School of law in 2003. She earned a B.A. in Sociology from Barnard College at Columbia University with a degree in Sociology, and a Master of Social Work from Clark Atlanta University.  Very early in her career, she developed a passion for improving the lives of families and children, strengthening communities, and promoting public safety. Her unique background is informed by a rich professional career involving family counseling, social services and government benefits, criminal prosecution, regulatory compliance in financial and real estate matters, commercial liability and personal injury litigation.  She...
George Joseph
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George Joseph
Erie, PA Attorney with 42 years of experience
(866) 641-8996 2222 West Grandview Boulevard
Erie, PA 16506
Education, Employment, Municipal and Workers' Comp
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law
Mr. Joseph has practiced as a school solicitor for more than 35 years, providing a full range of education law services. In addition to serving as general solicitor for three area school districts, the local Intermediate Unit and numerous nonpublic school systems, he has experience in handling special education matters including mediation and litigation of special education and Section 504 due process hearings. He has also, over time, provided representation on behalf of every public school district in Erie, Crawford and Warren counties as special counsel for a variety of specific assignments.

Mr. Joseph has extensive experience in policy drafting, Family...
Jeriamiah L. Joseph
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Jeriamiah L. Joseph
Kalamazoo, MI Attorney with 18 years of experience
(888) 635-3824 491 West South Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice
The University of Toledo College of Law
Jeriamiah L. Joseph is an Associate at Willis Law. He is admitted to practice law in Indiana and Michigan and is a member of both the Indiana and Michigan State Bar Associations. Jeriamiah earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Toledo College of Law, graduating magna cum laude. He also graduated from Tiffin University with a B.A. in Criminal Justice, graduating magna cum laude. Prior to joining Willis Law, Jeriamiah practiced insurance defense work and family law in Indiana for over six years. Jeriamiah and his wife, Betsy, have three children. When out of the office, Jeriamiah enjoys...
Debbie Yeh Joe
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Debbie Yeh Joe
Los Angeles, CA Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(424) 325-2205 11620 Wilshire Blvd #900
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Estate Planning and Workers' Comp
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Debbie Joe is a Founding Partner of Joe, Southard & Yeoh LLP with over 15 years of legal experience. She works tirelessly balancing an empathetic ear and an aggressive case handling approach on behalf of injured workers. She is well regarded in the legal community for her detailed case analysis and effective advocacy skills, which she uses to achieve favorable results time and time again for her clients.

A native of Southern California, Ms. Joe earned her B.A. degree in Communication Studies from University of California at Los Angeles in 1998 with high academic distinction. She earned her law degree in...
Frederick J. Joseph III
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Frederick J. Joseph III
Chicago, IL Lawyer with 8 years of experience
(312) 739-2159 212 W Washington St
#1208
Chicago, IL 60606
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Loyola University Chicago
Frederick is a lawyer and partner at the Elman Joseph Law Group, LLC. The Elman Joseph Law Group, LLC, based in Chicago, handles Illinois personal injury lawsuits as well as wrongful death lawsuits. Over the last 25+ years the firm has handled over 10,000 personal injury lawsuits. Through this extensive experience, the firm has established a reputation for its performance, particularly with its ability to successfully take cases to court. As seen in many cases, this capability has resulted in many clients receiving substantially higher monetary awards for their accident injuries and other harm that has...
Drew Barnett
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Drew Barnett
Birmingham, AL Lawyer with 12 years of experience
(205) 933-1500 880 Montclair Rd
Ste 300
Birmingham, AL 35213
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury
University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Mr. Barnett has devoted his entire career to representing individuals and families in personal injury and wrongful death matters. Mr. Barnett’s successes include settlements and/or verdicts of at least $1 million or more in cases involving trucking collisions, dog attacks, funeral home and crematory negligence, medical malpractice, premises liability, deck collapses, and automobile collisions. Given his litigation successes, Mr. Barnett was inducted into the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum & The Top Trial Lawyers in America. This prestigious honor is reserved for lawyers who have been lead counsel in cases that resulted in verdicts and/or settlements of greater than $2 million. Fewer...
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Margo Barnett
Elizabethtown, KY Attorney with 21 years of experience
(270) 900-0533 2935 Dolphin Dr Suite 102,
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Free ConsultationDivorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Margo Barnett is a founding partner of Clagett & Barnett, PLLC. She has practiced law in Hardin and surrounding counties since 2003. During that time, she has helped hundreds of clients through some of the most trying times in their lives. Her dedication to developing a personal relationship with each of her clients has led numerous repeat clients over the years.

Margo began her legal career in Elizabethtown working for another law firm. She helped clients with divorce, custody, adoption, domestic violence cases, neglect and abuse cases, and criminal defense and personal injury.

Margo grew up in Frankfort, Kentucky, and completed her...
Jason Barnette
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Jason Barnette
Nashville, TN Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(615) 585-2245 1800 Hayes Street
Suite 122
Nashville, TN 37203
Business, Consumer, DUI & DWI and Insurance Claims
Appalachian School of Law
I am a trial attorney at Barnette Law Offices, LLC located in Nashville, Tennessee. I am admitted before the state and federal courts in Tennessee.
Michael Reed Barnett
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Michael Reed Barnett
Tampa, FL Lawyer with 38 years of experience
(813) 870-3100 506 N Armenia Ave
Tampa, FL 33609
Bankruptcy
University of Florida Levin College of Law
Board Certified Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney serving Hillsborough, Pasco and Polk County, Florida for over 25 years! Michael Barnett is a bankruptcy lawyer representing consumers and small businesses in Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases in west central Florida. Mr. Barnett is board certified by the American Board of Certification in consumer bankruptcy law, and has been board certified since January 1993. While the main office is in Tampa, appointments are also available in Dade City. Mr. Barnett has achieved the AV Preeminent rating by the premier lawyer rating organization, Martindale-Hubbell. Only about 10% of attorneys achieve this rating. AV®...
Sallie Elizabeth Barnett
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Sallie Elizabeth Barnett
Corona, CA Lawyer with 39 years of experience
(951) 737-1910 601 S Main St.
Corona, CA 92882
Business, Collections and Employment
Southern Illinois Univ School of Law
When you come to Clayson, Mann, Yaeger & Hansen law firm, you can have confidence in the representation you can receive. A Corona attorney at this law office has dealt with all kinds of employment law and business law issues and is well equipped to come to your assistance today. Attorney Sallie Barnett received her Juris Doctorate from Southern Illinois University, School of Law. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University. She has been BV® Distinguished Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® and has the competence and dedication you need at this pivotal time...
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