Basic Profile Info
- Name: Barry C. Barnett
- Experience: 39 years of experience
- Practice Summary: Antitrust Law, Energy, Oil & Gas Law, Intellectual Property
- Jurisdictions: New York, Texas
- Website: https://www.susmangodfrey.com/attorneys/barry-barnett/
Education
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Harvard University
J.D. (1984) (1981 - 1984)
Honors: Cum laude -
Yale University
B.A. (1981) | History and Economics (1977 - 1981)
Honors: Magna cum laude and honors in History
Experience
- Partner: Susman Godfrey LLP (1985 - Current)
- Law Clerk, The Honorable Jerre S. Williams: United States Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1984 - 1985)
Associations
- American College of Trial Lawyers: Fellow (2015 - Current)
- Center for American and International Law: Trustee (2011 - Current)
- American Law Institute: Elected Member (2006 - Current)
Jurisdictions
- New York (Since 2015)
- Texas (Since 1985)
- 2nd Circuit
- 3rd Circuit
- 5th Circuit (Since 1985)
- 10th Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court (Since 1987)
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Contingent Fees My firm and I prefer contingent-fee and flat-fee arrangements because they reward results and efficiency. Contingent-fee arrangements can also make litigation affordable, and flat fees provide greater certainty for cash needs.
Practice Areas
- Antitrust Law
- Energy, Oil & Gas Law
- Intellectual Property
Contact Info
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Biography
Barry Barnett is recognized by clients and peers as a highly skilled attorney, described as a standout in the courtroom, a leading antitrust lawyer, and a person of unwavering integrity. He is a distinguished member of the American College of Trial Lawyers and has been consistently acknowledged as one of the top 500 legal professionals in the nation by Lawdragon. Best Lawyers in America has bestowed upon him the prestigious title of “Lawyer of the Year” for Bet-the-Company Litigation (2019 and 2017) and Patent Litigation (2020) in Houston. With a presence in both Texas and New York, Barnett has successfully litigated intricate business disputes throughout the country. His legal practice focuses on intricate matters, particularly those involving antitrust, energy, or intellectual property. Barnett has represented prominent entities such as Alaska Airlines, Cisco Systems, Hinduja Global, Texas Instruments, KKR & Co. Inc., and Vistra Corp. He has also fiercely advocated for his clients in legal battles against industry giants including Abbott Labs, AmerisourceBergen, Apple, AT&T, Bank of America, BlackBerry, Comcast, Samsung, and Visa. Known for his commanding presence in the courtroom, Barnett has been commended for his exceptional performance before the Supreme Court and has received praise from judges for his outstanding trial advocacy skills. Barnett is known for his ability to handle cases comprehensively, from trial proceedings to appellate arguments before various federal and state courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States.