James Martinez Burns

James Martinez Burns

Google Rating

4.5(184 reviews)

  • The Law Office of James M. Burns - 611 N New Warrington Rd #2, 611 N New Warrington Rd #2 Pensacola, FL 32506
  • +1-251-483-1440
  • No email available
Victims’ Rights, Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury Law

About:

James M. Burns, Attorney at Law, hails from Mobile, Alabama, where he was born in 1962. When he was five years old, he moved with his family to Pensacola, Florida. James has lived and worked in the Pensacola area, Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties in Florida, and Baldwin and Mobile Counties in Alabama his whole life. As a member of both the Florida Bar and the Alabama Bar, James is licensed to practice law in both states. James M Burns is a skilled, experienced and aggressive attorney admitted to practice in both Alabama and Florida. Attorney Burns has worked and lived on the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama and actively practices in Federal, State, County and Municipal Courts . Areas of practice include: Criminal Defense: Criminal Defense Law, DUI Defense, Domestic Violence, Drug Crimes, Violation of Probation, Battery, Sex Crimes, Trafficking, Attempted Murder, Assault, Driving Offenses Domestic Relations Family Law: Divorce Law, Child Custody, Child Support, Paternity, Visitation, Modification, Contempt Personal Injury: Auto accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Burn cases, Wrongful Death Probate Law: Wills and Trusts

Jurisdiction:Alabama, Florida, 11th Circuit, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida

Practice Area

Victims’ Rights

Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

Criminal Law

Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.

Personal Injury Law

Seeks compensation for assault-related injuries, trauma costs, lost wages, and property damage, coordinating with protection orders, insurance claims, and victim compensation programs.

Languages

English

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
St. Thomas University School of Law
1999

Awards

10 Best Attorney for Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Journalism Student of Year
Catholic High school
1980
Good Rating
Avvo
2023
Client Champion
SILVER - Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Client Champion - SILVER
Martindale-Hubbell
2023

Associations

Member
The Florida Bar
2000 - Present
Member
Alabama State Bar
2001 - Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

Fred BROUSSARD

"Thank you Mr Burns you were very helpful top me thanks for your advice"

RATED 5.0

Jul 27, 2025Googlevia Google

Taff T

"Mr. Burns and Debbie helped me through a difficult time. They were great! I was clear in ohio, they kept me up to date and help me get what I wanted. Thank you."

RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Willie Bee

"Mr. Burns has helped me tremendously. I'm disabled & can't travel comfortably. Mr. Burns has made it so I don't have to make a 5 hrs. trip for court. I am grateful."

RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Tina Bohannon

"Mr. Burns got my husbands court date put off for 31/2 months to recover from back surgery. We live 5 hrs. away from Pensacola. He now has made it so he dosen't have to appear in person. He has kept his word with us. We appreciate the work he has done for us."

RATED 5.0

Jul 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Brianna McGuire

"James Burns came through for my dad when the situation looked rough — a violation of probation that could’ve gone the wrong way fast. Against the odds, he got him out of jail and helped our family breathe again. James is someone I’ve known personally, and seeing him in action as an attorney just gave me even more respect for him. He handled things directly, didn’t sugarcoat anything, and got real results. He knew exactly what needed to be done and didn’t waste time. I’m grateful — not just because he’s a friend, but because he’s a damn good lawyer. If you need someone who knows the system and knows how to move in it, he’s your guy."

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