Atty. Peter C. Burnett
Peter C. Burnett is a graduate of Hobart College and the Antioch School of Law.
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Peter C. Burnett is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Leesburg, Virginia, practicing at Burnett & Williams PC. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar. Educated at University of the District of Columbia (J.D., 1977). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Leesburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Peter C. Burnett is a graduate of Hobart College and the Antioch School of Law
- He has been licensed to practice in Virginia and the District of Columbia for over 40 years
- Initially Peter served Loudoun County as a general practice lawyer, but in 1988, he decided to limit his practice to personal injury law
- In the 25 years since, he has established an impressive track record, building Burnett & Williams into one of the most experienced personal injury firms in the state
- Peter has guided the firm through a number of noteworthy cases including multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for wrongful death, medical malpractice and automobile accident cases
- He has earned a reputation as a relentless advocate who is always willing to negotiate carefully and creatively on behalf of his clients if a fair outcome can be achieved
- In cases large and small, Peter works closely with clients to uncover every important detail and to convey a full understanding of their claims to the insurance adjustors and attorneys on the other side
- For his dedicated service to his clients and the Virginia legal system, Peter has received numerous accolades and honors
- Among them are Lawyer of the Year designated by U.S
- News for Plaintiff’s personal injury in 2022 and induction into the Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame
- He has also served in leadership positions in the Virginia State Bar and locally having been President of the Loudoun County Bar Association, a member of the Virginia State Bar Council, Chairman of the VSB Diversity Conference, and Chairman of the VSB Judicial Nominations Committee
- He is currently the Chair of the VSB Senior Lawyers Conference
- Peter has been committed to charitable activities in Loudoun County for many years
- He was a founding director of the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, a founding director and Chairman of Loudoun Cares, Chairman of the Downtown Improvement Association, founder and Chairman of the Loudoun Law Foundation, and founding Chairman of the Virginia Diversity Foundation, the parent organization of the Ampersand Pantry Project
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Peter C. Burnett's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter C. Burnett handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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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.
Peter C. Burnett is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Virginia
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Leesburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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