Overview

The Barnes Firm is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm dedicated to helping accident victims and their families pursue the compensation they deserve. With offices across New York and California, our firm handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, construction accidents, wrongful death claims, and other serious injury matters.

Our firm is known for its client-focused approach, combining experienced legal representation with compassionate support throughout every stage of the case. Our attorneys and legal teams work closely with clients to explain the process, communicate case updates, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight for the best possible outcome.

Backed by a team of knowledgeable personal injury attorneys, case managers, and support staff, The Barnes Firm has helped clients recover meaningful settlements and verdicts after life-changing accidents. Whether a case involves medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, or long-term recovery needs, The Barnes Firm is committed to advocating for injured clients and helping them move forward.

Founded:
1995
Size:
40
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Practice Areas:
18
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
8

Rankings

Regional

Buffalo

Tier
1
Buffalo
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

New York City

Tier
3
New York City
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Rochester-NY

Tier
1
Rochester-NY
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Firm Leadership

Rankings

Regional

Buffalo

Tier
1
Buffalo
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Los Angeles

Tier
1
Los Angeles
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

New York City

Tier
3
New York City
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Rochester-NY

Tier
1
Rochester-NY
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 1 specialty, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Automobile and Motorcycle Injuries
  • Automobile Injury
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Construction Accidents
  • Dog Bite Accidents
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accident
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Rideshare / Lyft & Uber Accidents
  • Slip and Fall
  • Trucking Accidents
  • Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist Claims
  • Uninsured Motorist Accidents
  • Vehicle Injury
  • Workplace Accidents
  • Workplace Injuries
  • Wrongful Death

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys proudly has 8 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Awards

The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how The Barnes Firm Injury Attorneys continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys
Best of the Bar
SuperLawyers
Million Doller Advocates Forum

Offices & Contacts

Buffalo, NY
Los Angeles, CA
633 West Fifth Street, Suite 1750
Los Angeles, CA 90071
United States
Oakland, CA
San Diego, CA
Garden City, NY
New York, NY
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 2140
New York, NY 10170
United States
Rochester, NY
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