Barbara began her practice in adoption law more than 15 years ago and has represented all members of the adoption triad in nearly every type of adoption. In 2022, she expanded her practice to include assisted reproductive technology law and now represents intended parents, gestational carriers, donors and recipients. Barbara’s work in family law began because of a personal interest.
She and her husband provided kinship care to a child from 2006 to 2007. This experience led them to become licensed foster parents from 2013 to 2017 and ultimately adopt two children from foster care.
Barbara is a passionate advocate for open adoption. She is an empathetic guide who supports her clients every step of the way through their unique journeys.
Experience & Background
Attorney, Tate Healey Webster (formerly Jeanne T. Tate, P.A.), June 2018–September 2025
Owner and Attorney, Ginn Law Office LLC, November 2015–June 2018
Managing Partner and Attorney, Ginn and McClain CLE, March 2015–November 2015
Owner and Attorney, Law Office of Barbara Thornell Ginn, February 2010–March 2015
Education
Juris Doctor, concentration in employment law, Salmon P. Chase College of Law, 2006
Fun Facts
Barbara grew up on a farm, played piano for about 15 years and loves to laugh.
Memberships
Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys
Ohio State Bar Association
The Florida Bar
Florida Adoption Council
Ohio Adoption Law Roundtable
Collier County Bar Association
Hamilton County Law Library
From Her Clients:
"We hired Barbara for our adoption process, and she was fantastic. Swift, informative, honest and realistic. We felt fully informed each step of the way and felt like the office was fully engaged professionally and emotionally with building our family. Definitely the best choice for adoption needs!"
