Beth A. Barnes - Carmel, IN
Attorney at Cross Glazier Reed Burroughs, PC
Family Law Lawyers in Carmel, IN
11595 North Meridian Street Suite 110 Carmel, IN 46032
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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16
Years
Experience
Carmel Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 08/31/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Beth A. Barnes focuses her practice exclusively in the area of family law. She made the transition to family law in May 2016 after spending six years in civil litigation that comprised of family law, insurance defense, personal injury, collections, and bankruptcy. Beth represents clients with all types of family law issues including: divorce and legal separation; custody; parenting time (visitation); child support; paternity; prenuptial and postnuptial agreements; post-decree modification and enforcement; contempt actions; guardianships; emancipation; relocations; adoptions; protective orders; and Guardian Ad Litem work. Beth represents clients at both the trial and appellate level. Beth has been named a "Rising Star" by Indianapolis Monthly Super Lawyers magazine for 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, and was selected to Super Lawyers in 2025.
Beth received her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology in 2003 from Ball State University. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Indiana University School of Law-Indianapolis in December 2009 where she was a member of the Appellate Clinic, Indiana Health Law Review, Order of the Barristers in the Stanton Intramural Moot Court Competition, and served as the Secretary and member of the Indianapolis Bar Association Law Student Division Board.
Beth joined Cross Glazier Reed Burroughs, P.C. in May 2016. She was admitted to practice in the State of Indiana on May 17, 2010, as well as, both the Northern and Southern District Federal Courts of Indiana. Beth is a member of the American Bar Association, Indiana State Bar Association, and Indianapolis Bar Association.
When not working, Beth spends her time raising her three children, being an active member of her church, traveling with friends and family, returning to the family farm, attending sporting events, cooking, baking and spending time with her family and pets.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Selected to Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026
- Selected to Rising Stars: 2015 - 2022
Other Sources of Feedback About Beth A. Barnes
Included on the 2026 Indiana Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Indiana Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Indiana Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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Indiana University School of Law,
Indianapolis,
Indiana, 2009
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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Ball State University ,
Muncie,
Indiana, 2003
B.S., Bachelor of Science
Honors: cum laude
Major: Criminal Justice & Criminology
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Past Positions
- Hume, Smith, Geddes, Green & Simmons, LLP, Senior Associate/Associate, 2011 - 2016
- Robbins Law Office, Contract Attorney, 2010 - 2011
Pro Bono Activities
- Indianapolis Bar Association, 2014 - Present
Published Works
Articles
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Negligence, Medical Malpractice, Vicarious Liability, or Patient Responsibility: Who Should Pay When A Patient Contracts MRSA From A Healthcare Facility?, 7 Ind. Health L. Rev. 335 , 2010
Bar Admissions
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 2010
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana, 2010
Specialties and Certifications
- Trained Guardian Ad Litem
- Registered/Certified Family Law Mediator
Other Affiliations
- Indianapolis Bar Association, 2010 - Present
- Indiana State Bar Association, 2010 - Present
- American Bar Association, 2010 - Present
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Contact
11595 North Meridian Street
Suite 110
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone Number: 317-669-9134
Email: Send a message
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