Atty. Michael W. Burns

Atty. Michael W. Burns

Michael W. Burns is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate law, real property and 7 other areas of law.

Greenville Greenville 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael W. Burns at a glance

Michael W. Burns is a Shareholder based in Greenville, South Carolina, practicing at Burr & Forman LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1972), South Carolina (1998), U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Furman University (B.A. Economics, 1995). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Greenville, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael W. Burns is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate law, real property and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Furman University in 1995, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Michael practices at Burr & Forman LLP in Greenville, SC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael W. Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Michael W. Burns is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in South Carolina →

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.

Michael W. Burns is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael W. Burns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in South Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Michael W. Burns is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in South Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael W. Burns is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael W. Burns

Where is Michael W. Burns's law office located?
Michael W. Burns's law practice is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The firm is Burr & Forman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael W. Burns handle?
Michael W. Burns focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Michael W. Burns practiced law?
Michael W. Burns has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Michael W. Burns go to law school?
Michael W. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. Economics, 1995).
How can I contact Michael W. Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Michael W. 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 Michael W. Burns received?
Michael W. Burns's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1998
B.A. Economics
Furman University
- 1995

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1972
South Carolina
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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