Richard J. "Rich" Barnes

Richard (Rich) Barnes is the President of The Barnes Firm. With more than thirty years of trial experience, Rich has built his career on the principle that there is no substitute for preparation, persistence, and dedication when it comes to protecting clients’ rights. He began his career in public service, spending five years as a Senior Assistant District Attorney, where he prosecuted serious felony cases on behalf of crime victims.

During that time, Rich was entrusted with some of the district’s most challenging cases, including a triple homicide trial for which he was personally selected by the Chief Criminal Judge. These experiences sharpened his skills as a trial lawyer and gave him a deep understanding of how to build strong, persuasive cases in the pursuit of justice.

When he transitioned to private practice, Rich carried this commitment forward, turning his focus to helping individuals and families affected by negligence. Over the course of his career, he has successfully represented clients in thousands of personal injury cases, including car accidents, construction site injuries, and wrongful death claims. His work has resulted in numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, securing the resources clients need to rebuild their lives.

As President of The Barnes Firm, Rich’s leadership reflects his belief that every client deserves personalized representation, compassionate guidance, and clear communication. He works to ensure that every attorney and staff member within the firm approaches their cases with the same level of care and dedication that has defined his own practice.

At The Barnes Firm, Rich leads a team of experienced personal injury attorneys with hundreds of years of combined experience. Together, the firm utilizes extensive resources — from leading medical experts to skilled investigators and trial specialists — to provide clients with the strongest possible advocacy.

Whether the case involves a car accident, slip and fall, bicycle accident, truck accident, or motorcycle accident, Rich and his team are committed to making the legal process as straightforward and stress-free as possible. Through a combination of compassionate support and aggressive trial skills, The Barnes Firm’s mission is clear: to help every client get the medical care, financial compensation, and justice they deserve.