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John Barber

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Licensed for 20 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Delaware Criminal Defense Attorney and Military VeteranYou can be confident that I will fight for you because I have been fighting for others even before I was a lawyer. Before going to law school, I was a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division for four years. I am a veteran of the invasion of Panama in 1989, Operation Just Cause, as well as the invasion of Iraq, Operation Desert Storm, in 1991. After serving my country, I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Arizona State University. I then went to law school, where I learned to apply the skills and life experience I learned on the battlefield to the courtroom.I graduated from Temple University, Beasley School of Law, a top-tier law school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I started my legal career as a criminal prosecutor at the Delaware Department of Justice. During my tenure at the DOJ, I worked my way up the ranks to become a supervising attorney. In the process, I gained experience in handling the entire spectrum of criminal charges at all levels of the Delaware courts. I also saw firsthand how the Government can use its immense resources to shift the scales of justice in its favor and change people’s lives forever. I knew I had the skills and experience to even the fight. I left the DOJ to open my own law office with a practice dedicated solely to Criminal Defense work. I have 20 years of experience as a trial attorney in handling all criminal matters: Misdemeanor offenses in the Court of Common Pleas, juvenile cases in Family Court, and the entire range of adult felony cases in Superior Court, including drug offenses, property crimes, white collar crimes, violent felonies, and weapons charges.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Domestic Violence

Juvenile Law

Language

English

Contact

John A. Barber, Esq.24B Trolley SquareWilmington, DE, 19806

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

thomas
August 30, 2021

I found Mr Barber to have exceeded my expections in a totally unfamiliar legal situation. He presents himself as confident and capable without making promises. His knowledge of and ability to navigate the local court system was immesurable in getting the best out come possible in a possession case. He was also helpful in procuring an early reduction in level 4 probation.

anonymous
March 7, 2021

Words cannot express my experience with Mr Barber. Prior to my case being initiated, he assisted me through the entire investigation stage to keep me up to date on what’s going on. Once charges were brought, he continued to educate me and keep me in the loop on every step of the progress, including what to expect and what I should (and should not) do. I was facing a minimum of 10 years in prison - and the outcome was simply a year of probation for a misdemeanor charge. John is a great mentor, provides fantastic legal advise, and has great connections within the system to assist his clients in every way he can. He is clearly a well respected lawyer amongst the community as well. His decades of experience clearly came in handy. If I were to need his services again, I would go right back to Mr. Barber in a heartbeat. His price for service is reasonable and was worth every last dime!

Elizabeth
August 9, 2020

“I offer the highest possible recommendation (A+++) for Attorney John Barber to represent anyone that requires a Criminal Defense Attorney”. I would like to personally “Thank” Criminal Defense Attorney Mr. John Barber and his staff with handling a delicate situation. He and his staff were very polite, provided excellent service, demonstrated professionalism, and exhibited personal attention to all details. He even took the time to explain to me page by page about some documents that I had received from a 3rd party, which by the way, it was on his spare time (weekend) to answer all of my concerns about those documents. He responded on every email whenever I had questions and concerns. He always provided me with accurate answers. Furthermore, he was able to have all charges dropped! His fee is very reasonable and in my opinion, Attorney John Barber is an EXPERT in Criminal Defense. He’s the BEST in the State of Delaware. I highly recommend using Criminal Defense Attorney John Barber. Thank you, Elizabeth

anonymous
March 30, 2020

John is exceptional, smart and most importantly kind. We were suddenly in a jam with our son who was out of state. We were panicked. John returned our call immediately, coached us through and kept us calm. He is extremely knowledgable and detailed. He knew what the process would be and walked us through it until the end. If you need an attorney, there is no one better, especially dealing with young adults. Parenting is hard, he gets it.

Lorraine
March 18, 2019

Mr. Barber was an excellent attorney he even arrived in court before is. He was able to have all charges dropped which was almost impossible. Mr. Barbers fee was very reasonable and if i need counsel again i definetly will hire Mr . Mr. Barber again. Highly recommend using his services.

David
March 8, 2019

With his expertise, he achieved results well beyond our expectations! John is worth his weight in gold.

Mercy
March 7, 2019

I had a case and he was able to defend me very well. I can vouch him to anyone anytime! Very time , communication with his office is efficient.

Nick
January 25, 2019

I have needed John's services two occasions (unfortunately) and I couldn't ask for more in a lawyer. Always went above and beyond. My phone call was even returned on a Sunday late in the evening. Always explained the situation in detail resulting in a less stressful life on my end. I would highly recommend allowing John to do the same for you. From the very first time we met it felt like i had known him for years. I have worked with other attorneys in the past and none of them brought these characteristics to the table which helped me immensely. Thanks much John and I can only hope that the next time we meet will be different circumstances.

Michael
December 3, 2014

John handled and Offensive Touching case for me in a very tough situation. I had experienced a number of set backs prior yet John believed in me. The bottom line was his comfort with the process and willingness to fight for his client. John knew what was at stake for me and was not going to recommend I compromise simply for the ease of the process. He is a strong litigator, very reliable, easy to communicate with and someone you should trust in your time of need. Above all else John Barber is inexpensive for his service level and there is nobody I would recommend you using before him.

thomas
August 30, 2021

I found Mr Barber to have exceeded my expections in a totally unfamiliar legal situation. He presents himself as confident and capable without making promises. His knowledge of and ability to navigate the local court system was immesurable in getting the best out come possible in a possession case. He was also helpful in procuring an early reduction in level 4 probation.

anonymous
March 7, 2021

Words cannot express my experience with Mr Barber. Prior to my case being initiated, he assisted me through the entire investigation stage to keep me up to date on what’s going on. Once charges were brought, he continued to educate me and keep me in the loop on every step of the progress, including what to expect and what I should (and should not) do. I was facing a minimum of 10 years in prison - and the outcome was simply a year of probation for a misdemeanor charge. John is a great mentor, provides fantastic legal advise, and has great connections within the system to assist his clients in every way he can. He is clearly a well respected lawyer amongst the community as well. His decades of experience clearly came in handy. If I were to need his services again, I would go right back to Mr. Barber in a heartbeat. His price for service is reasonable and was worth every last dime!

Elizabeth
August 9, 2020

“I offer the highest possible recommendation (A+++) for Attorney John Barber to represent anyone that requires a Criminal Defense Attorney”. I would like to personally “Thank” Criminal Defense Attorney Mr. John Barber and his staff with handling a delicate situation. He and his staff were very polite, provided excellent service, demonstrated professionalism, and exhibited personal attention to all details. He even took the time to explain to me page by page about some documents that I had received from a 3rd party, which by the way, it was on his spare time (weekend) to answer all of my concerns about those documents. He responded on every email whenever I had questions and concerns. He always provided me with accurate answers. Furthermore, he was able to have all charges dropped! His fee is very reasonable and in my opinion, Attorney John Barber is an EXPERT in Criminal Defense. He’s the BEST in the State of Delaware. I highly recommend using Criminal Defense Attorney John Barber. Thank you, Elizabeth

anonymous
March 30, 2020

John is exceptional, smart and most importantly kind. We were suddenly in a jam with our son who was out of state. We were panicked. John returned our call immediately, coached us through and kept us calm. He is extremely knowledgable and detailed. He knew what the process would be and walked us through it until the end. If you need an attorney, there is no one better, especially dealing with young adults. Parenting is hard, he gets it.

Lorraine
March 18, 2019

Mr. Barber was an excellent attorney he even arrived in court before is. He was able to have all charges dropped which was almost impossible. Mr. Barbers fee was very reasonable and if i need counsel again i definetly will hire Mr . Mr. Barber again. Highly recommend using his services.

David
March 8, 2019

With his expertise, he achieved results well beyond our expectations! John is worth his weight in gold.

Mercy
March 7, 2019

I had a case and he was able to defend me very well. I can vouch him to anyone anytime! Very time , communication with his office is efficient.

Nick
January 25, 2019

I have needed John's services two occasions (unfortunately) and I couldn't ask for more in a lawyer. Always went above and beyond. My phone call was even returned on a Sunday late in the evening. Always explained the situation in detail resulting in a less stressful life on my end. I would highly recommend allowing John to do the same for you. From the very first time we met it felt like i had known him for years. I have worked with other attorneys in the past and none of them brought these characteristics to the table which helped me immensely. Thanks much John and I can only hope that the next time we meet will be different circumstances.

Michael
December 3, 2014

John handled and Offensive Touching case for me in a very tough situation. I had experienced a number of set backs prior yet John believed in me. The bottom line was his comfort with the process and willingness to fight for his client. John knew what was at stake for me and was not going to recommend I compromise simply for the ease of the process. He is a strong litigator, very reliable, easy to communicate with and someone you should trust in your time of need. Above all else John Barber is inexpensive for his service level and there is nobody I would recommend you using before him.

thomas
August 30, 2021

I found Mr Barber to have exceeded my expections in a totally unfamiliar legal situation. He presents himself as confident and capable without making promises. His knowledge of and ability to navigate the local court system was immesurable in getting the best out come possible in a possession case. He was also helpful in procuring an early reduction in level 4 probation.

anonymous
March 7, 2021

Words cannot express my experience with Mr Barber. Prior to my case being initiated, he assisted me through the entire investigation stage to keep me up to date on what’s going on. Once charges were brought, he continued to educate me and keep me in the loop on every step of the progress, including what to expect and what I should (and should not) do. I was facing a minimum of 10 years in prison - and the outcome was simply a year of probation for a misdemeanor charge. John is a great mentor, provides fantastic legal advise, and has great connections within the system to assist his clients in every way he can. He is clearly a well respected lawyer amongst the community as well. His decades of experience clearly came in handy. If I were to need his services again, I would go right back to Mr. Barber in a heartbeat. His price for service is reasonable and was worth every last dime!

Elizabeth
August 9, 2020

“I offer the highest possible recommendation (A+++) for Attorney John Barber to represent anyone that requires a Criminal Defense Attorney”. I would like to personally “Thank” Criminal Defense Attorney Mr. John Barber and his staff with handling a delicate situation. He and his staff were very polite, provided excellent service, demonstrated professionalism, and exhibited personal attention to all details. He even took the time to explain to me page by page about some documents that I had received from a 3rd party, which by the way, it was on his spare time (weekend) to answer all of my concerns about those documents. He responded on every email whenever I had questions and concerns. He always provided me with accurate answers. Furthermore, he was able to have all charges dropped! His fee is very reasonable and in my opinion, Attorney John Barber is an EXPERT in Criminal Defense. He’s the BEST in the State of Delaware. I highly recommend using Criminal Defense Attorney John Barber. Thank you, Elizabeth

anonymous
March 30, 2020

John is exceptional, smart and most importantly kind. We were suddenly in a jam with our son who was out of state. We were panicked. John returned our call immediately, coached us through and kept us calm. He is extremely knowledgable and detailed. He knew what the process would be and walked us through it until the end. If you need an attorney, there is no one better, especially dealing with young adults. Parenting is hard, he gets it.

Lorraine
March 18, 2019

Mr. Barber was an excellent attorney he even arrived in court before is. He was able to have all charges dropped which was almost impossible. Mr. Barbers fee was very reasonable and if i need counsel again i definetly will hire Mr . Mr. Barber again. Highly recommend using his services.

David
March 8, 2019

With his expertise, he achieved results well beyond our expectations! John is worth his weight in gold.

Mercy
March 7, 2019

I had a case and he was able to defend me very well. I can vouch him to anyone anytime! Very time , communication with his office is efficient.

Nick
January 25, 2019

I have needed John's services two occasions (unfortunately) and I couldn't ask for more in a lawyer. Always went above and beyond. My phone call was even returned on a Sunday late in the evening. Always explained the situation in detail resulting in a less stressful life on my end. I would highly recommend allowing John to do the same for you. From the very first time we met it felt like i had known him for years. I have worked with other attorneys in the past and none of them brought these characteristics to the table which helped me immensely. Thanks much John and I can only hope that the next time we meet will be different circumstances.

Michael
December 3, 2014

John handled and Offensive Touching case for me in a very tough situation. I had experienced a number of set backs prior yet John believed in me. The bottom line was his comfort with the process and willingness to fight for his client. John knew what was at stake for me and was not going to recommend I compromise simply for the ease of the process. He is a strong litigator, very reliable, easy to communicate with and someone you should trust in your time of need. Above all else John Barber is inexpensive for his service level and there is nobody I would recommend you using before him.

thomas
August 30, 2021

I found Mr Barber to have exceeded my expections in a totally unfamiliar legal situation. He presents himself as confident and capable without making promises. His knowledge of and ability to navigate the local court system was immesurable in getting the best out come possible in a possession case. He was also helpful in procuring an early reduction in level 4 probation.

anonymous
March 7, 2021

Words cannot express my experience with Mr Barber. Prior to my case being initiated, he assisted me through the entire investigation stage to keep me up to date on what’s going on. Once charges were brought, he continued to educate me and keep me in the loop on every step of the progress, including what to expect and what I should (and should not) do. I was facing a minimum of 10 years in prison - and the outcome was simply a year of probation for a misdemeanor charge. John is a great mentor, provides fantastic legal advise, and has great connections within the system to assist his clients in every way he can. He is clearly a well respected lawyer amongst the community as well. His decades of experience clearly came in handy. If I were to need his services again, I would go right back to Mr. Barber in a heartbeat. His price for service is reasonable and was worth every last dime!

Elizabeth
August 9, 2020

“I offer the highest possible recommendation (A+++) for Attorney John Barber to represent anyone that requires a Criminal Defense Attorney”. I would like to personally “Thank” Criminal Defense Attorney Mr. John Barber and his staff with handling a delicate situation. He and his staff were very polite, provided excellent service, demonstrated professionalism, and exhibited personal attention to all details. He even took the time to explain to me page by page about some documents that I had received from a 3rd party, which by the way, it was on his spare time (weekend) to answer all of my concerns about those documents. He responded on every email whenever I had questions and concerns. He always provided me with accurate answers. Furthermore, he was able to have all charges dropped! His fee is very reasonable and in my opinion, Attorney John Barber is an EXPERT in Criminal Defense. He’s the BEST in the State of Delaware. I highly recommend using Criminal Defense Attorney John Barber. Thank you, Elizabeth

anonymous
March 30, 2020

John is exceptional, smart and most importantly kind. We were suddenly in a jam with our son who was out of state. We were panicked. John returned our call immediately, coached us through and kept us calm. He is extremely knowledgable and detailed. He knew what the process would be and walked us through it until the end. If you need an attorney, there is no one better, especially dealing with young adults. Parenting is hard, he gets it.

Lorraine
March 18, 2019

Mr. Barber was an excellent attorney he even arrived in court before is. He was able to have all charges dropped which was almost impossible. Mr. Barbers fee was very reasonable and if i need counsel again i definetly will hire Mr . Mr. Barber again. Highly recommend using his services.

David
March 8, 2019

With his expertise, he achieved results well beyond our expectations! John is worth his weight in gold.

Mercy
March 7, 2019

I had a case and he was able to defend me very well. I can vouch him to anyone anytime! Very time , communication with his office is efficient.

Nick
January 25, 2019

I have needed John's services two occasions (unfortunately) and I couldn't ask for more in a lawyer. Always went above and beyond. My phone call was even returned on a Sunday late in the evening. Always explained the situation in detail resulting in a less stressful life on my end. I would highly recommend allowing John to do the same for you. From the very first time we met it felt like i had known him for years. I have worked with other attorneys in the past and none of them brought these characteristics to the table which helped me immensely. Thanks much John and I can only hope that the next time we meet will be different circumstances.

Michael
December 3, 2014

John handled and Offensive Touching case for me in a very tough situation. I had experienced a number of set backs prior yet John believed in me. The bottom line was his comfort with the process and willingness to fight for his client. John knew what was at stake for me and was not going to recommend I compromise simply for the ease of the process. He is a strong litigator, very reliable, easy to communicate with and someone you should trust in your time of need. Above all else John Barber is inexpensive for his service level and there is nobody I would recommend you using before him.