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Thomas M. Burke III

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salem, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

26 Lynde St, Salem, MA

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Thomas M. Burke is a lawyer specializing in trial work and criminal defense. He has successfully defended hundreds of people charged with crimes in Massachusetts.

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 21 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2004

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Law Office of Thomas M. Burke

26 Lynde St, Salem, MA, 01970-3404

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Thomas M. Burke III's Reviews

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23 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashley | June 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you for giving me my life back

After years of living with an ankle monitor, carrying the weight of false accusations, and facing a system that seemed impossible to beat, I was blessed to find someone who not only believed in my innocence but fought for it relentlessly. Tom, words will never be enough to express my gratitude. Yo...ur dedication, professionalism, and compassion made all the difference in the darkest chapter of my life. You were not just my lawyer, you were my voice, my strength, and my hope when I had almost none left. Because of your incredible work, justice was finally served. You didn’t just win a case you gave me back my freedom and a chance to start over. I wholeheartedly recommend Tom Burke to anyone in need of true legal representation. You are not only an outstanding attorney, but also a genuine defender of justice. I will never forget what you did for me.

Posted by Joshua | April 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Awesome lawyer, Great man!!!

Mr. Burke is a great lawyer, he does his job well an with integrity , he does not let his clients down an will not let them be taken advantage of by DA's looking to make a name for themselves . Mr. Burke is an honest lawyer an that is what i liked about him the most. He works hard for his clients. He... is the man you want on your team. I was in a very stressful situation an Mr. Burke kept my worries at ease by always keeping me updated an working hard. I was looking at the next 20 years of my life in prison for an attempt murder/mayhem case, an not just any lawyer can handle that type of case. I had already been on my 2nd superior court lawyer by the time i contacted Mr. Burke, he understood my difficulties and assured me i would not have the same problems with him, an i did not. Mr. Burke is a great man an lawyer, I would highly recommend him to anyone that's looking for a lawyer that works hard an gets he job done.

Posted by VM | December 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Attorney Burke was very professional and helpful throughout my year long case.

Attorney Burke represented me in a wrongly accused 3rd DUI case. Mr. Burke was very precise and helpful in investigating my witnesses that were with me that day. It was very thorough and precise with all that he did leading up to my case. The jury deliberated for all of 3 minutes and my life was back... to normal and I could breath again. Thanks to Attorney Burke for reassuring me and my family from the very get go that all would turn out good! Would recommend Attorney Burke to friends in family if they were in need!

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Attorney

Tom Burke is a great attorney. I suddenly found myself in a predicament where I needed a Criminal Defense attorney. I was referred to Tom by a friend . I have to say Tom was compassionate, caring and very knowledgeable of the law . Tom made everything okay while showing true compassion for me. I didn...'t need to worry because he immediately put my fears at ease. I would recommend Tom to anyone! H is not only a great attorney but an absolute real human being.

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