- More Than 20 Years of Legal Experience — James M. Burns brings more than two decades of experience handling legal matters in Florida and Alabama state and federal courts.
- Experienced Trial Lawyer — He has extensive courtroom experience and can pursue a case through trial when circumstances warrant it rather than approaching every case as a quick settlement.
- Florida & Alabama Licensed — Burns is admitted to practice in both Florida and Alabama, giving him substantial experience throughout the Gulf Coast region.
- Thousands of Clients Represented — His attorney biography states that he has successfully represented thousands of clients throughout Northwest Florida and Southern Alabama.
- Strong Local Court Knowledge — Having grown up and worked in the Gulf Coast region, Burns is familiar with local judges, prosecutors, attorneys and court procedures in communities including Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
- Extensive Criminal Defense Practice — His defense work includes DUI, drug crimes, assault and battery, domestic violence, theft, gun crimes, probation violations, sex crimes, expungements and other misdemeanor and felony charges.
- State & Federal Criminal Defense Experience — Burns represents defendants facing both state and federal allegations, including serious drug, weapons, violent and white-collar offenses.
- Personalized Legal Representation — His firm emphasizes direct attorney attention, clear guidance and strategies based on each client’s circumstances rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
- Broader Legal Experience When Life Gets Complicated — In addition to criminal and DUI defense, the firm handles divorce, family law, personal injury, wills and probate matters.
- Free Initial Consultation — Prospective clients can discuss their situation with the firm through a free consultation before deciding how to proceed.
Attorney James M. Burns
The Law Office of James M. Burns
4502 Twin Oaks Dr., Pensacola, FL 32506
Phone: 850-457-6002
PensacolaDefenseLawyer.com

