Wayne R. Barnes

About the Author

Wayne R. Barnes is a distinguished legal scholar and professor at Texas A&M University School of Law, where he has dedicated his career to demystifying complex areas of commercial law for students and practitioners alike. With a deep expertise in secured transactions and the Uniform Commercial Code, Barnes brings clarity and practical insight to one of the most intricate facets of legal practice. His acclaimed work, Principles of Secured Transactions (Concise Hornbook Series), serves as an essential resource for law students and attorneys, offering concise yet comprehensive explanations of collateral, perfection, priority, and default remedies. Through his teaching and writing, Barnes emphasizes real-world applications, helping readers navigate the nuances of Article 9 with confidence and precision. A respected voice in legal education, he continues to shape the understanding of commercial law through ongoing scholarship and mentorship.