The Law Offices of John P. Burns

Car, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents, Accidental Death Cases

This lawyer is licensed to practice in California and has no record of discipline from the California bar association.*

Firm Overview

The firm was established as a partnership of Calton & Burns in 1985 and practiced personal injury continuously. The Law Offices of John P. Burns opened as a solo practice in 2010.

We focus on representing people injured through the carelessness of others.

Example cases

I represented a client injured in a rear end freeway collision after being hit by a construction company truck. The client had to have eight back surgeries. Complex medical and disability issues and proof were involved. The case settled for a seven figure settlement 30 days before trial.

Our firm also represented six persons that were implanted with a defective hip replacement product. Each client had to be re-operated on, some several times, to correct the problem. Complex medical issues and damages were involved. Settled. All cases for seven figure amounts.

Main Office

Main
29222 Rancho Viejo Road
Suite 212
San Juan Capistrano CA 92675

Phone

(949) 496-7000

Fax

(949) 496-7006

Websites

http://www.theorangecountyaccidentlawyer.com/

Fees

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, one hour.

Services Offered For Fixed Fees?

I charge a contingency fee of one third of the total recovery which increases to 40% if received within 90 days of trial.

Hourly Rates

Not applicable.

Office Information

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Office Manager

Heather Hazlett

Emergency After Hours

Yes

How did your firm decide on the primary area of practice(s)?

I empathize with people who are injured.

What is your firm's point of view regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

Patients should educate themselves on legal issues. My website is designed to assist people in doing so by providing a large amount of free legal educational information.

Is your firm willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I am always willing to review documents prepared by clients.

Is your firm willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

I am not willing to coach people who want to represent themselves due to my concern that my malpractice insurance may not cover such actions.

John P. Burns

U.S. Marine Officer and Pilot. Airline Pilot, Trans World Airlines. Attended law school while still flying for TWA. Retired from flying in 1985.

Before becoming a lawyer, I was a U.S. Marine officer and pilot. I was also an airline pilot before becoming a lawyer. I am used to dealing with difficult situations, staying calm and getting them resolved for people.

I am a take charge person who has a relaxed and friendly style.

Personal interests:

Reading, ocean swimming and bodysurfing, walking on the beach.

License

Bar Number: 97464
California , 1981

Education

Western State University School of Law
Juris Doctor , 1977
Fullerton, CA
Monmouth College
Bachelor of Arts , 1962
West Long Branch, NJ
Political Science

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