Ned Barnett

Ned Barnett is a highly respected criminal defense attorney based in Houston, Texas, with over 30 years of legal experience. He is known for aggressive, effective defense strategies in cases involving DWI, sex crimes, drug charges, and serious felonies. Barnett’s career includes work as a state and federal prosecutor, providing him with valuable insight into how the government builds criminal cases. Since opening his own practice in 1994, he has focused on protecting the accused’s constitutional rights throughout the greater Houston area.

Barnett earned his J.D. from the University of Houston Law Center in 1987. He received a B.B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin in 1984.

Before founding, The Law Offices of Ned Barnett, Ned Barnett served as an assistant district attorney in Galveston County, where he prosecuted DWI cases and major felonies including rape, robbery, and murder. He also worked as a federal prosecutor in Houston with the U.S. Attorney’s Office, focusing on complex drug trafficking cases. This background sharpened his trial skills and gave him a deep understanding of criminal investigations from the inside out.

As a criminal defense attorney, Barnett defends clients against everything from misdemeanor charges to complex, high-profile felony cases. He is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has advanced training in forensic science, including gas chromatography and breath test procedures—skills that are essential for effective DWI defense.

Barnett is a founding member of the American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys and the National College for DUI Defense. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been recognized by Super Lawyers since 2015. He is also active in numerous bar associations and legal organizations across Texas.

Ned Barnett combines sharp legal skills, courtroom experience, and a strong commitment to defending individuals’ rights. His personalized, one-on-one approach and legal expertise continue to make him a leading choice for criminal defense in Houston.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal Attorney, The Law Offices of Ned Barnett
• Founding Member, American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
• Founding Member, National College for DUI Defense
• Member, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Member, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
• Supporting Member, National Child Abuse Defense Center
• Member, Houston Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• University of Houston
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas
  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

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