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Burnside Law Firm LLPMember
Thomas R. Burnside III
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Thomas R. Burnside III

4.9
18 reviews

2919 Professional Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30907

Personal Injury Law, Automobile Accidents, Medical Malpractice and 7 more

About Thomas R. Burnside III

Thomas R. Burnside III is a fourth-generation Augusta, GA lawyer with over 30 years of experience representing individuals in personal injury cases. He focuses on helping those injured in automobile and truck accidents, medical malpractice, work-related incidents, unsafe premises, and other serious matters. Thomas has handled cases at both the trial and appellate levels, securing compensation for clients suffering from life-altering injuries such as traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, severe burns, broken bones, emotional distress, and wrongful death.

Known as a dependable advocate, Thomas guides clients through the legal system, helps coordinate insurance benefits, and works to maximize recovery so families can meet the financial challenges that follow an injury or loss. In addition to his practice, he has devoted significant time to serving the State Bar of Georgia through various committees, panels, and leadership roles, reflecting his commitment to justice and service to the profession.

 

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Thomas R. Burnside III got this award in 2021

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 3
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Wrongful Death
    • Dog Bites
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Premises Liability
  • Other 5
    • Personal Injury Law
    • Automobile Accidents and Injuries
    • Head and Spinal Cord Injuries
    • Pedestrian Injuries
    • Truck Accidents

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, Georgia Superior
    1991, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Georgia
    1992, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
    1992, Supreme Court of Georgia
    1992, Court of Appeals of Georgia
    1991, State Courts
    Memberships
    Augusta and American Bar Associations
    State Bar of Georgia (Member, 1991-present)
    Young Lawyers Club of Augusta (Executive Committee, 1995-2000
    President, 2000)
    Georgia Trial Lawyers Association (Member, 1991-present)
    American Association of Justice
    State Disciplinary Board Investigative Panel, 1998-2001
    State Disciplinary Board, Review Panel 2010-present
    Lawyers Foundation Fellow, Trustee. Fellow: State Bar of Georgia General Practice and Trial Section, Board Member
    State Bar of Georgia Elections Committee, Member (Vice Chair-2011)
    Supreme Court of Georgia's District 10 UPL Committee (Chairman 2003-2009)
    State Bar of Georgia UPL Standing Committee, Member.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Mercer Law School
    Class of 1991
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Presbyterian College
    Class of 1988
    B.S.
    Business

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    Thomas R. Burnside, III is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia.
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    Burnside Law Firm LLP has 2 attorneys at this location.
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    Thomas R. Burnside, III attended Mercer Law School.

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