Attorney Carol Barnes has been licensed to practice law since 1995 after passing multiple state bar examinations.  Carol Barnes focuses exclusively on family law. 

My Story

Attorney Carol Barnes has always had a passion for justice and the law.  She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1990 and her Juris Doctor in 1994.   Prior to practicing law, Ms. Barnes was a jury consultant who assisted attorneys impaneling juries in high-dollar complex civil litigation.  She performed statistical analysis, created jury profiles, and conducted mock jury trials.

Attorney Barnes carries a number of prestigious certifications.  After passing numerous, rigorous financial examinations, she attained certification as a Financial Divorce Analyst.  In addition, she completed workshops at Harvard University Law School and attained certification as a Divorce Mediator and Negotiator.  She is also a former court-appointed special advocate for children and a court-appointed guardian ad litem.  As a standout attorney, she is one of a handful of attorneys in the United States who successfully completed the esteemed American Bar Association Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute on trial testimony and expert witnesses.  Attorney Carol Barnes launched her legal career as a district attorney.  She then furthered her experience working as an attorney at HM.  In 2006, she opened her own firm, where she continues to practice law.

​Reputation and Approach

For over two decades, Attorney Carol Barnes has firmly established herself as an effective, caring, and knowledgeable attorney.  Among her peers in the legal field, she is highly noted for her professionalism.  Her clients value her for her personalized approach, compassion, strong advocacy, and practical legal solutions.

​Practice Area

Attorney Carol Barnes focuses exclusively on family law.  She has over two decade’s worth of experience in cases involving divorce, child custody, visitation, child support, domestic violence, relocation, grandparent rights, and more.  She is committed to acting in the best interests of her clients and their families.

If you’re facing a family-related issue, turn to Attorney Carol Barnes for legal advice and action.  She’ll advocate for you, provide you with all of your options, and steer you in the best direction.  Family-related issues are often emotionally-charged due to the nature of close relationships.  Attorney Carol Barnes strives to make the process as smooth as possible.  Let her experience work for you.