James Robert Burn Jr.

James Robert Burn Jr.

also known as James R. Burn Jr.

5.0
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 37 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Social Security, Employment & Labor

810 Penn Avenue Fifth Floor, Pittsburgh, PA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 40%

I represent workers who have been injured in the course and scope of their employment. You do not have to be on the job site in order to have a claim angainst your employer and/or their insurance carrier.

40%
Social Security & Disability 30%

Individuals who are totally and completely disabled from any and all substantial gainful activity are entitled to Social Security Disability benefits. Many people denied at level 1 give up on their claims. Many of these denials are claims with merit. I can assist on appeals from these denials in order to have your case heard by an Administrative Law Judge.

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 37 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Abes Baumann, A Professional Corporation

810 Penn Avenue Fifth Floor, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222

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James Robert Burn Jr.'s Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Military Law

Posted by Jim | December 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Superb Navigator of Veterans Administration Quagmire

I was on a train going nowhere before I somehow got referred to James Burn. I was dealing with a local VSO representative who was overwhelmed and inexperienced. I was sick and getting sicker. It seemed nothing was getting done...because it actually wasn't. No evidence was being submitted, ...the wrong verbiage was being used, (it counts when dealing with the VA, logic is not in their vocabulary) After I retained Mr. Burn, I was overwhelmed. And that was a good thing. Everything that was needed to make my case was already in my records and documented. I had no idea that I was dealing with a supposeddly advocate agency that purposefully wore blinders and earmuffs and lacked logic. Mr. Burn forced them to look at my case by presenting evidence in ways that it could not be denied, of which he had me involved with throughout the journey. I would highly recommend Mr. Burn to any Veteran, ESPECIALLY the frustrated ones!

Posted by Xavier | June 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

"The" VA Claims Attorneys Office

I've been repeatedly denied by the VA for injuries I sustained while in service for years. I was directed to the office of Attorney Susan Paczak through a friend, and my VA Claims were diligently handled by Attorney James Burn. Every part of my Claims process was handled in a professional, and... friendly manner with Mr. Burn. Every contact by email or phone call was always positive and upbeat, Mr. Burn treats you like a friend. All of the resources and knowledge became available to me through my VA Claim process with Mr. Burn. I'm extremely grateful to this hard working office, and their efforts.

Posted by Cody and Jess | May 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

A “gloves off” fighter for veterans

Three years ago, after countless years of frustration with VA claims, Jim was recommended to be the right fit for the immeasurable task in front of us. From day one he has always only been a phone call away for any questions, concerns, ideas, or developments. At the beginning of this journey we were ...struggling to adequately show service connection for some combat injuries and Jim cut through the bureaucracy like a hot knife through butter. He has been, and continues to be, the most diligent and kind, yet cut-throat and no nonsense type of person that anyone would be lucky to have on their side when having to fight for something they deserve.

Posted by John | April 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

A+ firm

Thanks to Abe’s Baumann I was able to receive my military benefits. Special thanks to Susan Paczak for taking my claim & Jim Burn for completing my claim. Mr. Burn has been there to answer any questions that I might have had, in my opinion he has went above and beyond. He notified me each step of the... way and is insuring that I am receiving my full award amount! Thanks again Jim & Susan -John Woods

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James Robert Burn Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Shanin Specter

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He has represented injured clients for 24 years, after 10 years of practice he received an AV Rating from Martindale Hubbell. He has taken cases to the Supreme Court in order to change laws for the benefit of Pennsylvania's injured workers. His service has included being a council member for the Workers Comp Section of the Allegheny County Bar Association. He is currently serving as a hearing committee member for the Disciplinary Board. He has also been serving the public as an elected official for 20 years, first as the Mayor of Millvale, then as a County Councilman and now as Democratic State Party Chairman."

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Richard Schubert

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an industrious hard working lawyer who works diligently for his clients. I recommend him."

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N. Fink

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Burn has helped thousands of injured workers in a very caring and compassionater manner."

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James Coletta

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Community Award, Mooseheart

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top 50 Political Influencers, Politics, PA

2002

Community Service Award, North Hills Community Outreach

1998

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

Mayor of the Year, PA State Mayor's Association

1987

American Jurisprudence Award,

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Hearing Committee Member, Disciplinary Board, Supreme Court of Pennsylvania

2010 - Present

Chairman, Pennsylvania Democratic Party

2009 - Present

Attorney, Cohen, Placitella & Roth

2006 - Present

Councilman, District -3, Allegheny County Council

1993 - Present

Attorney, Abes Baumann, P.C.

1900 - Present

Associate, Abes Baumann Attorneys at Law

2011 - 2011

President, Allegheny County Council

2006 - 2011

Chairman, Allegheny County Democratic Committee

1994 - 2005

Mayor, Millvale Borough

1990 - 1993

Attorney, Scarlata & Plastino

1988 - 1990

Attorney, John R. DeAngelis & Associates

Associations

Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - 2000

Allegheny County Bar Association (Workers' Compensation Section)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Vitac Corp. v. WCAB (Rozanc)

Favorable ruling

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Education

1988

University of Dayton School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Duquesne University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Activity

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