About Us

A first in class local government firm.

LFBarnes Law (the “Firm”) was founded by Attorney L'Erin Barnes Wiggins, a proud graduate of Howard University School of Law and Spelman College. She brings a passion for local government law and over 18 years of experience. The Firm understands that local governments have the most direct impact on communities, and is dedicated to helping governments navigate the legal landscape with confidence.

The Firm specializes in providing expert counsel on:

The Firm prides itself on a collaborative approach, working closely with elected and appointed city officials to align our legal strategies with their comprehensive plans, charters, and policies. The Firm’s goal is to support the government’s vision through personalized legal solutions that empower local leaders to make informed decisions.

Whether serving as city attorney, county attorney, or outside counsel, LFBarnes Law is honored to partner with Georgia’s local governments in their mission to serve their communities effectively. The Firm is looking forward to bringing our expertise and passion for local government law to your home town.

  • All litigation matters

  • General Municipal Law

  • Municipal Finance, including developing budgets and bonds

  • Annexations

  • Condemnations

  • Interpleaders

  • Taxation, including ad valorem taxation, millage, tax sales, Local Option

  • Sales Tax (LOST), Special Purpose Local Option

  • Code Enforcement

  • Public Safety, including drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  • Planning and Zoning

  • Representation of County boards including Ethics Boards, Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Development Authority

  • General legal advice

  • employment handbooks

  • personnel and Human Resource matters

  • social media policies

  • alcohol/drug policies

  • fit-for-duty policies

  • Fair Labor Standards Act

  • overtime for public safety employees

  • whistleblower actions

  • employee and manager training

  • employee benefits

  • job descriptions

  • Labor and Employment including:

  • Drafting and negotiating Intergovernmental Agreements

  • Civil Service systems

  • Elections

  • Comprehensive Plans

  • Drafting ordinances, Charter amendments and resolutions

  • Utilities

  • Roads

  • Litigation including oversight of insurance and/or outside counsel

  • Record retention

  • Open Meetings Act

  • Open Records Act

  • Workers’ Compensation

  • Premises Liability

  • Personal Injury and Property Damage

  • Community Affairs

  • Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ)

  • Title Searches

  • Right-of-Way matters

Committed to Serving Georgia Governments

L’Erin Wiggins

Founder