The Heavyweight 

In Your Corner

Your legal issue matters too much to leave to an inexperienced attorney. Michelle Barnes has tried over 500 jury trials and has represented clients on both sides of the courtroom. She is the advocate you need fighting for you. 

The Heavyweight

In Your Corner

Your Legal Issue matters too much to leave to an inexperienced attorney. Michelle Barnes has tried over 500 jury trials and has represented clients on both sides of the courtroom. She is the advocate you need fighting for you. 

A Cambridge law firm serving clients across Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

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Criminal
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Personal Injury &
Wrongful Death

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Family
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Criminal Defense Experience
That’s Hard To Match

When facing serious criminal charges, you want an attorney who knows how the opposition thinks and operates. In her quarter century of practice, Michelle Barnes has served as a defense attorney and spent two terms as the State’s Attorney for Dorchester County and eight years as a Division Chief in the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. Needless to say, she understands how prosecutors build cases, which makes her even more effective at defending her clients against all manner of criminal charges.

Many cases can be resolved ahead of trial, but Michelle ensures that each case is trial-ready. This puts you in the best position to resolve your charges favorably and efficiently.

A Lawyer Who Really Cares About Clients And Their Families

In addition to criminal defense work, Michelle Barnes Attorney At Law offers skilled and compassionate representation in family law and personal injury matters. Whether you have been injured in an accident or are involved in a child custody dispute, the outcome of your case will have a huge impact on your future and the well-being of your family.

You need an attorney who cares as much as you do about resolving your legal matter successfully. Michelle Barnes starts by listening to your needs and goals, then works with you to formulate the most effective strategy to meet them. Whether through amicable negotiation or tenacious litigation, she is committed to getting you the results you deserve while minimizing stress on you and your children. 

Contact The Firm Today For An Initial Consultation.

To get started, call her Cambridge office at 410-463-6296

Have A Different Legal Issue?

Michelle is also a skilled civil litigator who undertakes a wide range of cases. She is experienced with estate planning and other disputes. Her extensive experience includes:

  • Contractual disputes
  • Real estate issues
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Civil actions and lawsuits

With over 500 courtroom trials, Michelle is more than capable of representing you in difficult, contentious cases in many areas of the law. Please feel free to reach out and ask Michelle if she can assist with your case.