Paul Michael Burnson

Paul Michael Burnson

4.8
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 7 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

444 W Lake St Ste 1700, Chicago, IL

About Paul

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 7 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2018

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Chicago Trusted Attorneys

444 W Lake St Ste 1700, Chicago, IL, 60606-0070

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Paul Michael Burnson's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Paul Burnson has incredible in-depth legal knowledge, is an excellent negotiator, and tenacious winner!

During the summer of 2024, I encountered serious trouble for the first time. I was concerned that DUI charges would have a devastating impact on my family, career, and social life. With his calm, professional demeanor and in-depth legal knowledge, Mr. Burnson immediately impressed me and eased my min...d. Paul Burnson won my acquittal through hard work, persistence, and a unique approach. In my opinion, things would not have gone as well if I had been outside Mr. Burnson's council. His dedication and genuine care were palpable.

Posted by Edith | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Thank you Paul!

I am so grateful for the outstanding support and legal guidance from Attorney Paul Burnson and the team at Chicago Trusted Attorneys. Throughout the entire process, Attorney Paul's dedication, perseverance, and legal expertise were truly remarkable. His consistent communication and patient guidance ...were invaluable, ultimately leading to a favorable outcome. I wholeheartedly recommend the services of Chicago Trusted Attorneys to anyone needing a reliable and determined lawyer. I wouldn't hesitate to contact them again if I ever require legal assistance. Thank you, Attorney Paul, for everything!

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A Superstar in a Universe of Black Holes

I’m not sure how to begin or even end a review of a job done so well by Paul Burnson. I’m not one to be dabbling in criminal affairs often, so my knowledge is limited and my experience brief, thankfully. But as such, my stakes were high. Paul embodied I would want in an attorney, he cared so thorou...ghly about my case (even though it was so trivial), he was efficient, honest, worked hard for me and understood what could and could not be done, and got me the best result/dismissal that I needed. Paul feels authentic and I actually trusted Paul, which when it comes to lawyers I sometimes wonder. To this point, I know that Paul is an A++ attorney because I had spoken to and had counsel from several other attorneys prior and they did not offer nor deliver the results he did. He understands the law, gets things done, and will fight for you. Full stop. So not only do I fully recommend using Mr Burnson if you need legal representation, I myself will in the future reach out to Paul if I have legal questions or issues. To conclude, his genuine care about your case and you is so rare to find and the best attribute you want in an attorney. Many thanks and much appreciation to Mr. Burnson!

Posted by Ismet | July 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Absolute Best Attorneys in Chicago

I want to thanks Paul Burnson on excellent work defending me On my 3 DUI case He fight so hard and save me from Big trouble my case was dismissed and I left the court with My drive license in my hand Excellent work Paul i will never forget this I strongly recommend Paul to anyone who has same problem... like i have There is no words to explain How I m happy that I hired a Paul to defend me Thank you Paul for everything you did for me

Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Attorney

Working with Paul has been an absolute pleasure. He is extremely knowledgeable and very courteous.

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Paul Michael Burnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Isioma Ebiringah

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Paul Michael Burnson is an incredible attorney. He is diligent in his review of every case and works incredibly hard to ensure that his clients get the best legal representation possible. Paul also does an excellent job spotting the issues that need to be addressed in each case and finding creative ways to obtain stellar results. Most importantly, he has mastered the skill of communicating the law to the Judges he is in front of daily, and to the clients he represents. Paul is a gem of an attorney. Anyone who has the good fortune to call him their legal representative is in excellent hands."

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Stephanie Buck

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"It is with great enthusiasm that I endorse Pau M. Burnson, with whom I have had the pleasure of working alongside for the past three years. Paul’s approach to criminal law is marked by an unwavering dedication, never backing down from challenges or obstacles that stand in the way. His sharp legal mind and tireless work ethic make him a formidable presence in the courtroom and at the negotiation table. Beyond his legal acumen, Paul brings empathy and genuine care to every case, ensuring his clients feel supported and confident every step of the way. Paul’s ability to analyze his cases, identify and target the legal issues and craft a compelling defense set him in a league of his own. I am truly honored to call Paul my partner. I wholeheartedly recommend Paul Burnson to anyone seeking an attorney who combines fierce advocacy with a genuine commitment to his clients’ success."

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Andrew Weisberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have come to know Paul since he began working as a criminal defense lawyer. He is already very well respected in the legal community. He and I have discussed cases and he knows his stuff. Paul is a lawyer that will work hard and treat clients very well."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Associate Attorney, Chicago Trusted Attorneys

2015 - 2018

Law Clerk, David M. Smith Attorney at Law, P.C.

Associations

2018 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

2018 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Education

2018

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2015

Illinois State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

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