Charles H. Barnett, III

Charles H. Barnett, III, is a highly experienced civil litigation attorney at Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC, with more than 40 years of practice in both state and federal courts. He has handled a wide range of cases, including eminent domain, real estate, commercial litigation, personal injury, products liability, employment discrimination, and professional liability lawsuits and disputes. Mr. Barnett has a special focus on eminent domain cases, representing clients in disputes involving property condemnation for highways, pipelines, reservoirs, and other public projects. He regularly litigates against state agencies and municipalities to protect his clients’ rights involving commercial, industrial, residential, and farm properties.

Mr. Barnett earned his J.D. from Memphis State University School of Law in 1975, graduating with honors, ranking second in his class, and serving on the Memphis State University Law Review. Before law school, he completed a B.S. at Memphis State University in 1969. His strong academic background laid the foundation for a distinguished legal career.

Mr. Barnett has been recognized for his legal skill and professionalism throughout his career. He holds the highest peer-review rating of AV from Martindale-Hubbell and has been named a “Super Lawyer” in litigation for over 10 years. He is a certified civil trial specialist and a court-certified mediator, demonstrating his commitment to effective dispute resolution.

Charles H. Barnett, III, is active in professional organizations, including the Tennessee Bar Association and the American Bar Association. His work has helped countless clients achieve fair outcomes in complex legal matters, especially in protecting property rights and resolving civil disputes efficiently and justly.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Associate Member, Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association
• President, Jackson-Madison County Bar Association (1990-1990)
• Member, American Bar Association, Litigation Section
• Associate Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, National Institute of Trial Advocacy
• Member, Defense Research Institute
• Member, American Inns of Court

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Memphis State University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Memphis State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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