Mr. Barnes has dedicated his career to representing individuals throughout East Tennessee in their most difficult times. Whether charged with a crime or injured by someone else, Mr. Barnes continues to serve those facing serious obstacles to their continued freedom and livelihood.

John Barnes approaches every case that he takes on as if it is the most important of his career.  That is because he knows that to the client who has entrusted their matter to him, it is the most important.  For that reason, Mr. Barnes makes every effort to make sure that each client gets personalized attention that goes above and beyond what clients expect.

Court Admissions

Tennessee Supreme Court - 2009
United States District Court - Eastern District of Tennessee - 2010
United States Court of Appeals - Sixth Circuit - 2011

Professional Associations

National College for DUI Defense
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Tennessee Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers
Tennessee Bar Association
Tennessee Trial Lawyers
Knoxville Bar Association
American Inns of Court

Membership & Honors

Top 40 Under 40 - National Trial Lawyers
Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers
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