Atty. Robert Hayden Burns

Atty. Robert Hayden Burns

Mr. Robert Hayden Burns is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, business litigation, appellate practice and 4 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Hayden Burns at a glance

Robert Hayden Burns is a employment, business, litigation, appellate, and energy attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court US Court of Federal Claims Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western Distr (1968). Educated at University of Texas (University, 1968) and Princeton University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Hayden Burns is a lawyer practicing energy litigation, business litigation, appellate practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Robert practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Hayden Burns's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Robert Hayden Burns is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Robert Hayden Burns is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Hayden Burns is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Robert Hayden Burns is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Robert Hayden Burns is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Houston 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 Robert Hayden Burns

Where is Robert Hayden Burns's law office located?
Robert Hayden Burns's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Hayden Burns handle?
Robert Hayden Burns focuses on employment, business, litigation, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Robert Hayden Burns practiced law?
Robert Hayden Burns has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Robert Hayden Burns go to law school?
Robert Hayden Burns earned their education at (University, 1968); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact Robert Hayden Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Hayden 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 Robert Hayden Burns received?
Robert Hayden Burns's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

University
University of Texas
- 1968
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas US Supreme Court US Court of Federal Claims Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western Distr
Admitted: 1968

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