John L Barnes Attorney and Mediator

Comprehensive Legal Services for Your Family and Future

Decades of experience specializing in estate planning and probate law.

Experience. Trust. Results.

A Personal Approach to Protecting Your Legacy

John Barnes provides personalized solutions to help families plan for their futures. He tailors his services to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.

With over 30 years of experience in estate planning and probate, John has helped countless families in Fort Worth and the surrounding areas create long-term plans that ensure peace of mind. He also supports families through the challenges of probating an estate, offering guidance and clarity during difficult times.

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Avvo Client’s Choice 2017

Award-Winning

Recognition for Outstanding Client Service

“In 2017, I was honored to receive the Avvo Client’s Choice Award, recognizing my commitment to exceptional service and client satisfaction. This award is given to attorneys who receive a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a single year, and it reflects my dedication to putting clients first every step of the way.”

Protecting Your Future

Estate Planning and Probate Law Services

Estate Planning

Make a plan for your estate with John.

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Probate Attorney

Discover your options in probating an estate.

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Benefits

Why Work With John Barnes?

Work Directly with John

Work directly with me—an experienced attorney—on every detail of your case. I ensure nothing gets overlooked and tailor solutions to meet your unique needs.

Personalized Planning

Your family is unique, and your estate plan should be too. I create personalized strategies that align with your goals, whether simple or complex.

Clear Communication

No legal jargon here. I explain every step in plain English so you can make confident, informed decisions.

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5.0

John was a bulldog
He quickly grasped my situation, offered easy-to-understand advice and stayed with the process until it was resolved in my favor. He’s also a very funny guy. I recommend John enthusiastically!

Anonymous

4.9

None better!
John is efficient and extremely meticulous in his work. Most importantly he genuinely cares about his clients, this is unfortunately to rare in our profession. I highly recommend this lawyer!

Walt A. Cleveland

5.0

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John Barnes helped my husband and I write both our Power of Attorney and our Power of Medical Attorney wills. He has helped me decipher forms I have to fill out in reference to my husband’s death.

Myrtle McMahan

4.9

Incredible service!
Attorney Barnes called me back the same evening! After discussing our needs he responded with documents and has been very accessible for answering further questions. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.

Anonymous

5.0

Amazing
John was very knowledgeable in regards to the laws set in probate court. When my mother was diagnosed with cancer, we hired John Barnes to write up a will. He did all the paperwork in a timely and professional manner. He was even considerate to the fact that my mom was sick.

Gregory

5.0

An excellent attorney
John has done several estate planning and end of life documents for me and for my immediate family members, including a will, trust and medical and durable power of attorney documents. His expertise and patience in guiding me through the process was apparent. John is very knowledgeable and communicates well. I appreciate the time he takes with me and the integrity he brings to his law practice. I highly recommend him.

Laura

Ready to Secure Your Family’s Future?

Don’t leave your family’s future to chance. Whether you need help creating a solid estate plan or navigating the probate process, I’m here to provide the expertise and guidance you deserve. Let’s work together to protect what matters most to you.

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