Joy Barrientes

Joy Barrientes

Joy Barrientes

Attorney

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Biography

Joy Barrientes is a trial attorney at Janicek Law who focuses her practice on complex healthcare liability litigation, including medical malpractice, birth injury, obstetrical negligence, nursing home negligence, and wrongful death cases. She represents individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic harm and is committed to holding healthcare providers and institutions accountable when preventable errors occur.

Joy is actively involved in all phases of litigation, from case investigation and expert development through depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation. Her experience litigating both trial and appellate matters gives her a comprehensive perspective on how complex healthcare liability claims are developed, challenged, and ultimately presented. She has worked on cases involving surgical errors, delayed diagnoses, birth trauma, maternal injuries, and systemic failures in patient care.

A graduate of St. Mary’s University School of Law, Joy served as a staff writer and associate editor for The Scholar: St. Mary’s Law Review on Race and Social Justice. She is a native of the Rio Grande Valley and earned her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University–Kingsville before attending law school and making San Antonio her home.

Joy approaches each case with meticulous preparation and a strong understanding that behind every medical record is a person or family whose life has been profoundly affected. She works closely with her clients to understand their experiences and ensure their stories are powerfully presented throughout the litigation process.

Joy has been recognized as one of San Antonio’s Outstanding Women in Law and is deeply committed to advocating for children, the elderly, and families affected by medical negligence.

Outside the courtroom, Joy enjoys DIY home projects, gardening, and spending time outdoors. She especially enjoys fishing along the Texas coast with her family and her dog, Lady.

 

Areas Of Practice

  • Birth Injury
  • Obstetrical Negligence
  • Maternal Injury
  • Sexual Assault
  • Nursing Home Neglect
  • Hospital Negligence
  • Personal Injury
  • Child Injuries
  • Wrongful Death
  • Trucking Accidents
  • Car Accidents
  • Slip & Fall
  • Premises Liability
  • Medical Malpractice

Bar Admissions

  • Texas, 2020

Education

  • St. Mary’s University School of Law, San Antonio, Texas
    • J.D. – 2019
  • Texas A&M University – Kingsville, Kingsville, Texas
    • B.A. – 2015

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Texas Trial Lawyers Association
  • San Antonio Bar Association
  • San Antonio Trial Lawyers Association
  • Mexican American Bar Association

Honors and Awards

  • Outstanding Women in Law of 2021-2024, Scene in SA Magazine
  • Best Lawyers- Ones to Watch 2025

What Joy's Clients Say

Our attorney, Joy Barrientes and her paralegal Sara Metheney have been very helpful, very informative, answered all of our questions and concerns and positive in everything in our endeavor to get this lawsuit resolved in a timely manner. We appreciate you and your law firm. Thank you very much.

– Joe Vasquez

I would highly recommend working with joy and Cassidy. They attended to my needs and made sure I was able to gather information for my accident and injuries. I was able to get the help ASAP. All issues were addressed. Communication with joy and Cassidy were promptly responsive. I would seek their guidance and aid in the future for assistance, if needed. I would give them a 10/10!

– Darla Desiree

Joy Barrientes was a godsend. She was extremely thorough and conscientious during this difficult process. We would highly recommend this law firm, in particular Joy Barrientes for representation in your legal concerns. 5+ stars.

– Michael

Awards & Recognition

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Carmen
8 October 2026
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Great communication and follow through. Professional, kind, and caring individuals.
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Yvette Ramirez
1 October 2026
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Mr. Andrew Skemp and Gabby his assistant are the best. Very knowledgeable and were amazing in my case. I am very pleased and thankful of the outcome. If I could give more stars I would. I extremely and highly recommend them.
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Natasha Garza
31 August 2026
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We had an amazing experience with Janicek Law from beginning to end. Karen Rangel recommended us to Cassidy Muniz, and we are so thankful she did. Cassidy assisted myself, my husband, and our two daughters, and all four of us are extremely happy with the experience and outcome. Cassidy truly went above and beyond for our entire family. She was always responsive, patient, professional, and helpful, and she kept us informed throughout the entire process. Everything went smoothly, we had no issues, and she made what could have been a stressful situation so much easier for us. The entire team at Janicek Law is amazing, and we felt like we were in great hands from start to finish. We are incredibly grateful to Karen for recommending Cassidy and especially grateful to Cassidy for everything she did for our family. We would 100% recommend Cassidy and Janicek Law to anyone looking for a team that truly cares about their clients. Thank you all so much for everything! ❤️
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Alex McWhirter
18 August 2026
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We were referred to Janicek Law firm from a lawyer in Brownsville, who pointed out that they are experts in the field of medical malpractice and I am so grateful. We worked with Andrew and Gaby and they were dedicated and worked hard to get us the best possible outcome. They kept us informed and updated through every step of the process, always with a friendly and very professional disposition. Despite language and distance challenges, they accommodated all of our needs, and I would highly recommend Janicek Law Firm. They made a bad situation better by listening to our concerns, helping us through a sorrowful time for my family, and advising on how to defeat our opponent. For any families that have a beloved and elderly relative who suffered in the hands of callous and neglectful medical institutions, Janicek Law Firm were amazing in advocating for our relative and making these corporate entities accountable. Thank you, Andrew and Gaby, we really appreciated your help!
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Heidi Soto
8 August 2026
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Mr Bernal and Karen were great. They always kept me up to date on all that was going on at all times. When it came down to mediation Mr Bernal knew exactly what to do and say to make things clear with the insurance company who wanted to take advantage of me. I highly recommend Mr Bernal if you ever are in an accident. He will definitely take care of you.
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Lucy
30 July 2026
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I am beyond thankful for everyone at Janicek law for the professionalism, dedication, and support you all have showed throughout my lawsuit. From the very beginning, you all made a difficult and stressful situation much easier to navigate! Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions, keeping me informed every step of the way and making this process as stress free as possible! I can without a doubt definitely recommend this law firm!
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Iris Contreras
16 July 2026
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I have started this review so many times, but every time I do, I realize there simply aren't enough words to thank the people at Janicek Law. Almost 3 years ago, my world ended. I lost my son, Zayden—the greatest love of my life. My other son, Zy, witnessed the unimaginable that day. He carries those memories with him every single day, and we are forever grateful that he is still here because we very easily could have lost him too. Our family didn't just experience a tragedy—we experienced trauma that changed us forever. When I first met the team at Janicek Law, I wasn't just grieving. I was broken. I was a mother trying to survive the unthinkable while helping my surviving son heal from something no child should ever witness. I didn't know if I had the strength to keep fighting. There were so many moments when I wanted to give up. Every deposition, every conversation, every piece of evidence forced me to relive the worst day of my life. I told them I couldn't do it anymore. But they never let me forget why we were fighting. They reminded me that Zayden deserved justice. They reminded me that Zy deserved justice. They believed in my family even when I couldn't believe in myself. What makes Janicek Law different is that this was never just a job to them. They never made me feel like another client or another case number. They knew my children by name. They celebrated Zayden's life. They cried with us, prayed with us, hugged us, encouraged us, and walked beside us through every heartbreaking step. They carried a piece of this burden with us, and I will never forget that. Even after the case was over, they didn't disappear. They still answer my calls. They still help me with paperwork. They still check on me. They still make me feel like my family matters. That's something you cannot fake. That's love. Somewhere along the way, I stopped seeing them as "my attorneys" and started seeing them as family. And I truly believe I have a family for life. No amount of money will ever bring my little boy back. I would trade every penny to hear his laugh one more time. But because of Janicek Law, I have peace knowing that his life mattered, his story was heard, and that they fought for my boys with everything they had. From the deepest part of a mother's heart... thank you. Thank you for loving my children. Thank you for never giving up on us when I wanted to give up myself. Thank you for standing beside us through the darkest chapter of our lives. You gave my family more than legal representation—you gave us hope, dignity, and people we will love for the rest of our lives. You helped a grieving mother find the strength to be the voice her son no longer had. In a world that can feel so unfair, you reminded me that there are still genuinely good people. We love each and every one of you, and we will never forget what you did for Zayden, for Zy, and for us.❤️
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Destiny Sanchez
14 July 2026
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My friend Karen referred us to Janicek law firm and I am so grateful. We worked with cassidy moving forward and she went above and beyond while helping me with my accident case. From the very beginning, she was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer my questions. She kept me informed throughout the entire process and made a stressful situation much easier to handle. Her dedication, hard work, and attention to detail truly made a difference in my case. I am incredibly grateful for everything she did for me and my family. I would highly recommend Cassidy and Janicek Law Firm, who genuinely cares about clients and fights for the best possible outcome. Thank you cassidy for everything!
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Virginia-Ann Bernal
8 July 2026
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After my accident, I felt overwhelmed and had no idea what to do next. Choosing Janicek Law Firm was one of the best decisions I could have made. From the very beginning, Philip Bernal, Cassidy Muniz, and Karen Rangel took the time to explain the process, answer my questions, and make sure I always knew what to expect. Cassidy and Karen were absolutely incredible throughout my entire case. They coordinated my medical care, helped with scheduling appointments, communicated with my insurance, and was always available whenever I needed guidance or reassurance. Their compassion and dedication truly made a difficult time so much easier. The entire team worked hard to build my case, keeping me informed every step of the way, and ultimately secured a settlement I was very happy with. More importantly, they gave me the peace of mind to focus on healing instead of worrying about the legal process. I can’t thank Philip, Cassidy, Karen and everyone at Janicek Law Firm enough for their professionalism, kindness, and commitment. If you’re looking for a law firm that genuinely cares about its clients, I highly recommend them. THANK YOU SOO MUCH!!
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Corey Sil
29 June 2026
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Mr. Skemp and Gaby took care of everything and made my suit for Wrongful Death as easy as possible. I couldn’t have done any of this with out them! They honored and represented my Mother to the fullest and for that I am greatful! G. Silvas
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