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Atty. John R. Burton

Atty. John R. Burton

Mr. John R.

Fort Worth Fort Worth 32 yrs experience 32 year
Call (817) 885-5177 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Burton at a glance

John R. Burton is an Associate based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at The Law Office of James M. Stanley. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (1994). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 1993) and University of Texas at Arlington (B.A. English, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Texas Association of Trial Lawyers of America Texas Trial Lawyers Association Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John R. Burton is a lawyer practicing criminal, litigation: personal injury, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Arlington in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices at The Law Office of James M. Stanley in Fort Worth, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Burton's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

John R. Burton is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →

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.

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John R. Burton is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R. Burton

Where is John R. Burton's law office located?
John R. Burton's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is The Law Office of James M. Stanley. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Burton handle?
John R. Burton focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John R. Burton practiced law?
John R. Burton has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John R. Burton go to law school?
John R. Burton earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. English, 1989).
How can I contact John R. Burton for a consultation?
You can contact John R. 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 John R. Burton received?
John R. Burton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 1993
B.A. English
University of Texas at Arlington
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1994

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