David W. Barnes

About the Author

David W. Barnes is a distinguished legal scholar and educator with over three decades of experience in tort law and civil procedure. He holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School and has served as a professor at the University of San Diego School of Law, where he has mentored countless students through his innovative teaching methods and rigorous scholarship. Barnes's work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, making complex legal concepts accessible to both novices and seasoned practitioners. His seminal contributions to legal education are exemplified in his authorship of Basic Tort Law: Cases, Statutes, and Problems (Aspen Casebook), a widely adopted resource that integrates real-world cases, statutes, and analytical problems to foster deep understanding of tort principles. Beyond the classroom, Barnes has published numerous articles in leading law journals and consulted on policy matters, influencing contemporary debates on liability and justice.