Kenneth D. Burns

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Kenneth D. Burns

also known as Ken Burns

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 35 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Fayetteville, NC
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

2513 Raeford Rd Ste A, Fayetteville, NC

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About Kenneth

Biography

Defending the accused. Criminal Defense, DWI, Traffic Offenses. Call today.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 50%

All traffic tickets cited in Cumberland County State Courts

36 years | 15,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 25%

36 years | 3,200 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

31 years | 1,250 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2013
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 35 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kenneth D. Burns

2513 Raeford Rd Ste A, Fayetteville, NC, 28305-5295

kenburnslaw.com

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Kenneth D. Burns's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

202 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Patricia | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney

He's the best lawyer mr.Burns

You will not go wrong to hire him. mr. Burns is simply the best in his field of law and he is very knowledgeable and skilled at what he does he will take care of you as best that can be and I recommend him to be your best choice for whatever your case may be in his field of law.

Posted by Jennifer | May 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Best choice out there

Mr. Burns was a fantastic lawyer who I felt completely confident about after the first phonecall. After my ticket I was flooded with solicitations and I called every single office unail I found the right fit. Out of more than 20 lawyers, he was the only one to listen and come up with an actual soluti...on instead of just choosing to do the bare minimum. He did everything he said he would, provided an easy, affordable payment plan for his services (which were still cheaper than the thieves that just wanted to do a half job), and I was kept informed at every step. Trustworthy AND highly efficient, I would recommend Mr. Burns to anyone in need of a good lawyer. Don't waste your time with anyone else, as someone who already did the leg work trust me when I say just come straight here.

Posted by Isaac | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Experience

Contacted Burns Law with an issue regarding a ticket for driving with revoked license that was well over a decade old. Read the reviews on Avvo, contacted Burns Law, and after speaking with Mr. Burns, it was clear that he was the one that I wanted representing me. After hiring him he took me through ...the process that would occur, and it was way easier and quicker than I had anticipated. Hired him on a Tuesday and my ticket was resolved the next day, which resulted in my ticket getting dismissed. I would recommend his services if you are needing legal representation. Thank you once again Burns Law!

Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional representation and an ecstatic outcome

I hired Mr. Burns to represent a DUI refusal case in 2015. It was the most painless process one would expect from this type of case. The consult was short, sweet, and to the point; I felt confident in his work and did not hesitate to hire him. His staff (I mostly spoke with Jennifer) was very profes...sional, attentive, detailed, and communicative. The online database used by Mr. Burn's firm kept me in the loop at all times and never once had me feel anxious about my case. In addition, I also received emails, mailed letters, and phone calls. In May 2016 I was was found not guilty. From beginning to end I did not doubt the potential of Mr. Burn's ability to represent my case with his best foot forward and I am extremely greatful for for the time that was taken to not rush my case. I would recommend hiring Burn's Law Firm to anyone seeking the same.

Posted by Kayla | March 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

18mph over the speed limit

I was clocked going 63 in a 45 and was facing a court date not really knowing how to defend myself. I choose Attorney Burns based off of the reviews I read about him online and because of the professionalism of his legal assistant (or secretary?) that he has. She was so great and friendly, explaining... my options and gave me a realistic outlook on the case. I got my ticket in November, signed the paperwork with Attorney Burns in December, and then pretty much forgot about it until I got a call one day from his assistant letting me know that Attorney Burns was able to get speeding ticket charges dropped. No court fees, no points, no hike in my insurance rates, no ticket fees. He's like the "set it and forget it" of attorneys. Very easy process. I would definitely recommend him. As far as his legal fees go they were very reasonable. I had called around to many other offices in the area and they appeared to all charge about the same price. I've heard horror stories of attorneys just collecting legal fees and then not really working for the client, he is not like that at all. Definitely worth every penny.

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Kenneth D. Burns's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allen Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is an honest effective advocate for his clients and has a good reputation as such at the courthouse; which is where it matters. Do not hesitate to give him a full endorsement"

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Samantha Thomas

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ken is a highly respected ethical attorney who will ensure that your matter is properly taken care of. You can be assured that you will receive professional treatment from Ken and his staff."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kenneth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ann Ochsner

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ken is a lawyer who deals competently and ethically with clients, adversaries and court personnel. I have the utmost confidence in Ken's abilities as a lawyer and endorse him fully, without reservation, to anyone in need of legal representation regarding a speeding or traffic citation."

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C. Barrington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken Burns is an exceptional lawyer in our community. He is well-known in our community and represents his clients' interests with zeal and compassion. I am glad to call him a colleague."

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Melissa Holliday

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is a hardworking attorney. He is professional and trustworthy."

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Jennifer Blue

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ken is an even-keeled lawyer who fights hard for his clients' rights. He is trustworthy and knowledgeable about the law."

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Ann Ochsner

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C. Barrington

Criminal defense lawyer

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J. Flowers

Litigation lawyer

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Samantha Thomas

Family lawyer

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Melissa Holliday

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arthur Blue

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kurt Schmidt

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Jennifer Blue

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Top Contributor, Avvo

2013

Top 100 DWI Attorneys in North Carolina, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in North Carolina, American Society of Legal Advocates

Work Experience

2007 - 2013

Partner, Downing, Downing & Burns, PLLC

2002 - 2007

Attorney, The Brady Law Firm

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Kenneth D. Burns Attorney at Law P.A.

1999 - 2000

Partner, Mitchell, Brewer, Richardson, Adams, Burns & Boughman, LLC

1997 - 1999

Partner, Harris, Mitchell, Burns & Brewer

1994 - 1997

Associate, Harris, Mitchell & Hancox

1990 - 1994

Associate, Blackwell, Luedeke, Hicks & Burns, P.a.

Associations

2016 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2013 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2013 - Present

NC State University Lawyers Alumni Society

2013 - Present

National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

2012 - Present

DUI Litigation Attorneys' Network

2012 - Present

Wolfpack Attorney Group

1990 - Present

Cumberland County Bar Association

1990 - Present

Twelfth Judicial District Bar Association

1993 - 1994

Fayetteville Young Lawyer Association

President

1992 - 1993

Fayetteville Young Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Judkins v. Judkins

Trial Court Decision Upheld Denying Stay under the then named Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act

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Education

1990

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

North Carolina State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Business Law Class

Criminal Law

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Kenneth earned significant contribution points in 2013.

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