Wayne Barnes

Wayne Barnes is a Professor of Law at the College of Law, Texas A&M University, holding the Dean’s Research Chair. His work focuses on contracts and commercial law, with expertise spanning bankruptcy, consumer law, and online transactions.

• Research Areas: Bankruptcy, Business & Corporate Law, Consumer Protection, Deceptive Practices, Online Contracting
• Email: wbarnes@law.tamu.edu

Recent publications examine confidentiality clauses in digital commerce, judicial admissions under the Statute of Frauds, and Uniform Commercial Code developments. His research bridges traditional legal frameworks with modern challenges like e-commerce and social media agreements.

Scientific Awards:

• 1L Professor of the Year (2009-2010)
• Upper-Level Professor of the Year (2007-2008, 2006-2007)
• Hooding Speaker (Spring 2007)

Professor Barnes emphasizes the ubiquity of contract law in daily life, from apartment leases to digital platforms like Facebook and iTunes.