Atty. Peter Francis Burns

Atty. Peter Francis Burns

Mr. Peter Francis Burns is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, business torts, professional malpractice and 5 other areas of law.

Mobile Mobile 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Francis Burns at a glance

Peter Francis Burns is a Partner based in Mobile, Alabama, practicing at Burns Cunningham And Mackey P C. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Alabama U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Eleventh Circuits U.S. District Court, Northern Dist (1975). Educated at Cumberland School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Centre College of Kentucky (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Mobile, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Peter Francis Burns is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, business torts, professional malpractice and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Centre College of Kentucky in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Peter practices at Burns, Cunningham & Mackey, P.C. in Mobile, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Francis Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Peter Francis Burns is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Alabama →

Medical Malpractice

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

Peter Francis Burns is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Alabama →

Wrongful Death

Peter Francis Burns is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Alabama →

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.

Peter Francis Burns is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alabama →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Peter Francis Burns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Francis Burns

Where is Peter Francis Burns's law office located?
Peter Francis Burns's law practice is located in Mobile, Alabama. The firm is Burns Cunningham And Mackey P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Francis Burns handle?
Peter Francis Burns focuses on probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Peter Francis Burns practiced law?
Peter Francis Burns has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Peter Francis Burns go to law school?
Peter Francis Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Peter Francis Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Francis 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 Peter Francis Burns received?
Peter Francis Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Centre College of Kentucky
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth, Sixth and Eleventh Circuits U.S. District Court, Northern Dist
Admitted: 1975

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