Meet Our Staff
With decades of combined experience, Howes and Barnett have helped hundreds of clients as a trusted Kentucky law firm to get justice. Our approach is aggressive in court, but supportive with clients, because we’ve seen what you’re going through.
James ‘Jimmy’ Barnett’s path to becoming an attorney began in the injury law field, working as a litigation paralegal. It was there that he first managed cases, worked directly with clients, and saw firsthand the challenges injured people face when they’re up against insurance companies and legal red tape. That experience sparked a passion for guiding people through difficult times and ultimately led him to pursue a law degree so he could advocate for clients at the highest level.
After earning his B.S.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Louisville, Jimmy attended Northern Kentucky University’s Salmon P. Chase College of Law, graduating cum laude. Now, as an attorney, he draws on his years of real-world case work to deliver skilled, practical, and client-focused representation.
Jimmy is admitted to practice in all Kentucky state courts, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.
When he’s not advocating for clients, Jimmy spends nearly all his free time with his wife and their two young children—usually outdoors, at the grill, or making the most of family time.
With decades of combined experience, Jimmy and the team at Howes & Barnett have helped hundreds of Kentuckians get justice after injury. Our approach is aggressive in court, but supportive with clients—because we’ve seen what you’re going through.
Struggling to Get Social Security Disability Benefits?
A serious injury or illness can keep you from working. It can turn your life upside down. Our Kentucky disability benefits lawyers guide you through the application and appeals process. Social Security disability benefits are meant to help, but the process is often confusing, frustrating, and full of delays. Many deserving applicants are denied the first time they apply. We’re here to change that.
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You don’t have to take on the system alone
We’ll guide you every step of the way and fight for your benefits.
- Filing initial Social Security Disability applications to avoid costly mistakes
- Appealing denied claims and representing you in hearings
- Gathering medical evidence and documentation to strengthen your case
No Fee Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee—meaning you pay nothing unless we secure your benefits. You’ve worked hard your whole life. Let our Kentucky Social Security disability attorneys work hard for you.
FAQs
In Kentucky, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is one year from the date of the injury. It’s important to speak with a Kentucky injury lawyer as soon as possible to protect your rights.
However, some cases may involve exceptions or 'tolled' time periods that extend the deadline, and not all claims follow the one-year rule—making early legal guidance essential.
No. At Howes & Barnett PLLC, we work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Seek medical attention immediately, document the accident scene if possible, and contact a Kentucky personal injury lawyer to protect your legal rights.
Yes. Our Kentucky workers’ compensation attorneys can appeal denied claims and fight for your wage replacement and medical benefits.