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Brandon Wilson Barnett

Brandon Wilson Barnett

Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
  • Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Personal Injury ...
  • Texas
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Biography

Brandon Barnett is an award-winning Fort Worth criminal defense and family lawyer. His practice is exclusively focused on criminal defense and family law in Tarrant County and surrounding areas. Mr. Barnett is also a Reserve Military Judge and an adjunct law professor.

Practice Areas
    Criminal Law
    Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
    Personal Injury
    Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
    DUI & DWI
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Juvenile Law
    Medical Malpractice
    Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
    Military Law
    Veteran's Benefits
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
    Contingency fee agreements on personal injury cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Adjunct Professor
Texas A&M University School of Law
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Lieutenant Colonel
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve
- Current
Managing Parner
Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
- Current
Mr. Barnett is a founding member in Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC. BHW is a criminal defense law firm practicing in Fort Worth, Texas and surrounding areas.
Judge Advocate
U.S. Marine Corps
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Mr. Barnett served as a military prosecutor at Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar, California from 2007 to 2009. In 2008, he deployed to Iraq as the Deputy Staff Judge Advocate for 3D Marine Aircraft Wing. From 2009 to 2012, Mr. Barnett served at the Pentagon as a litigation consultant and officer misconduct/promotions officer. He remains in the Marine Corps Reserve.
Education
The George Washington University Law School
LL.M. (2012) | Litigation
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Honors: With Highest Honors
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Texas Tech University School of Law
J.D. (2005) | Law
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Honors: Order of Barristers. Donald M. Hunt Outstanding Advocate Award
Activities: National Moot Court
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Awards
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Top Attorney - Criminal Defense
360 West Magazine
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Top Attorney - Criminal Defense
360 West Magazine
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Top Law Firm in Fort Worth
Fort Worth Star Telegram
Top Attorney
Fort Worth Magazine
Top Rated Attorney - Criminal Defense
Top Rated Attorneys
Rising Star (Criminal Defense)
Super Lawyers
Top Attorney (Criminal Defense)
Fort Worth Magazine
Rising Star (Criminal Defense)
Super Lawyers
Top Attorney (Criminal Defense)
Fort Worth Magazine
Top 40 Under 40
National Trial Lawyers Association
Top 100 Trial Lawyer - Criminal Defense
National Trial Lawyers Association
Professional Associations
National Trial Lawyers Association
Member
- Current
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Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
- Current
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Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
- Current
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National District Attorneys Association
Member
- Current
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Navy Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals
Member
- Current
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Court of Appeals for Armed Forces
Member
- Current
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Texas State Bar  # 24053088
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Grapevine Texas Criminal Defense
BHW Law Firm
Juvenile Justice for Children with Autism
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Texas Personal Injury Law Information
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Pass Out v. Blackout: How Alcohol Affects Memory
Voice for the Defense Magazine
Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorney
BHW Law Firm
Keller Criminal Defense Attorney
BHW Law Firm
TCU Disciplinary Hearings
BHW Law Firm
Texas Domestic Violence Law Information
BHW Law Firm
Texas DWI Law Information
BHW Law Firm
Texas Juvenile Law Information
BHW Law Firm
Speaking Engagements
Remarks to Fellow Bar Members, Texas Bar Admission Ceremony
Article 120 and the Court-Martial Process, Marine Corps Victim Witness Assistance Conference
Prosecutorial Ethics, West Coast Prosecutor Trianing 2011
Military Justice, Modern Military Justice Course
Adjunct Professor, Military Justice, Texas A&M School of Law
Texas A&M University School of Law
Certifications
4409 - Criminal Law Expert
U.S. Marine Corps
Websites & Blogs
Website
Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorneys
Website
Fort Worth Divorce and Child Custody Attorneys
Website
Criminal Defense Attorney Grapevine
Website
Fort Worth Sexual Assault Defense Attorneys
Blog
BHW Law Firm | Fort Worth | Keller | Grapevine
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. Can I refuse a search of my backpack if someone calls the police on me because they thought I was suspicious?
A: Under both the US and Texas Constitutions, you have an absolute right to refuse to consent to a search of your person, home, or effects (including your bags). By refusing, you place the investigating agency in a position where they must pursue a search warrant and provide specific facts to a judge that amount to more than a mere hunch that they might find something. Only if the judge believes that there is probable cause will the judge sign the search warrant. If an officer has a valid search warrant, then you may no longer refuse the search. However, if it can later be determined by your lawyer in court that the search warrant was invalid for whatever reason, the judge can suppress the evidence that was seized during the search. ... Read More
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Contact & Map
Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
930 W. 1st St.
Suite 202
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Telephone: (817) 993-9249
Fax: (817) 697-4388
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
4831 Merlot Avenue
Grapevine, TX 76051
Telephone: (817) 993-9249
Fax: (817) 697-4388
Monday: 8 AM - 5 AM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 AM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Located off of 121 and Glade (behind Chicken and Pickle)
Barnett Howard & Williams PLLC
101 Quest Court
Keller, TX 76248
Telephone: (817) 993-9249
Fax: (817) 697-4388
Monday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed