Atty. David John Burton

Atty. David John Burton

David John Burton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil trial practice and 7 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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Profile Summary

About David John Burton at a glance

David John Burton is a Partner based in Richmond, Indiana, practicing at Burton and Simkin. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1992) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana (1992). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1992) and University of Michigan (A.B., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Wayne County, Indiana State and American Bar Associations The American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Richmond, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David John Burton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, medical malpractice, civil trial practice and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • David practices at Burton and Simkin in Richmond, IN

Practice Areas Explained

David John Burton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David John Burton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

David John Burton is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Indiana →

Trusts

David John Burton is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Indiana →

Probate

David John Burton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Indiana →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David John Burton is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Indiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David John Burton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David John Burton

Where is David John Burton's law office located?
David John Burton's law practice is located in Richmond, Indiana. The firm is Burton and Simkin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David John Burton handle?
David John Burton focuses on wills, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has David John Burton practiced law?
David John Burton has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did David John Burton go to law school?
David John Burton earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact David John Burton for a consultation?
You can contact David John Burton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David John Burton received?
David John Burton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1992
A.B.
University of Michigan
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1992

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