Atty. Joseph E. Burns

Atty. Joseph E. Burns

Mr. Joseph E.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph E. Burns at a glance

Joseph E. Burns is a Principal based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at J. E. Burns, P.L.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, breach of contract, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (1987), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1985) and University of Oklahoma (B.B.A. Management, 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Broward County Bar Association The Florida Bar State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Joseph E. Burns is a lawyer practicing business litigation, breach of contract, commercial fraud and 11 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Joseph practices at J. E. Burns, P.L. in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph E. Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph E. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Breach of Contract

Joseph E. Burns is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph E. Burns

Where is Joseph E. Burns's law office located?
Joseph E. Burns's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is J. E. Burns, P.L.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph E. Burns handle?
Joseph E. Burns focuses on contracts, business, real estate, breach of contract, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Joseph E. Burns practiced law?
Joseph E. Burns has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Joseph E. Burns go to law school?
Joseph E. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.B.A. Management, 1982).
How can I contact Joseph E. Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph E. Burns 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 Joseph E. Burns received?
Joseph E. Burns's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 1985
B.B.A. Management
University of Oklahoma
- 1982

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 1993
Florida
Admitted: 1995
Florida Southern District Bankruptcy Court
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1996

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