Brendan Scott Burns

Brendan Scott Burns

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Newport Beach, CA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Car Accidents ... +2 more

5000 Birch Street, West Tower, Suite 3000, Newport Beach, CA

About Brendan

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 10%

15 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

15%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 15 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2011

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Burns Law Group, APC

5000 Birch Street, West Tower, Suite 3000, Newport Beach, CA, 92660

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Brendan Scott Burns's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Sarah | March 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Outstanding support & exceptional results

highly recommend Burns Law Group for anyone navigating a workers’ compensation case. From the beginning, they were responsive, thorough, and incredibly supportive. As someone who did not even know what workers compensation was, I felt overwhelmed when my regular doctor advised me to open a claim.... As a busy mom, I didn’t want to add one more thing to deal with on top of my injury. That is when I started researching attorneys to hold my hand during the process. Brendan was the 5th local attorney I interviewed. Brendan explained everything in clear terms, helped me understand the paperwork, and set realistic expectations for a settlement — which he ultimately exceeded by far. His guidance made the legal side of things far less overwhelming, and I always felt confident that my case was in good hands. Kenya was equally amazing. She was prompt, organized, and always kind. Talking to her felt like chatting with a friend, which made the process so much easier to get through. By the end of my case, I was ready to be done with the whole process, and Brendan helped me settle quickly without sacrificing results. Whether your case is simple or complex, their expertise and care make a world of difference. I’m incredibly grateful for their help and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of a workers’ comp attorney

Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Best Attorney and one of a kind!!

I cannot recommend Brendan highly enough. He recently represented me in a workers' compensation case, and I was blown away by his expertise and professionalism. From the very beginning, Brendan made me feel like I was in good hands. He took the time to listen to my concerns and answer all of my quest...ions, and he always made me feel like my case was his top priority. One thing that really stood out to me about Brendan was his genuine and compassionate approach. I could tell that he truly cared about my well-being and was committed to helping me get the best possible outcome. He was also incredibly knowledgeable about the law and was able to explain complex legal concepts in a way that was easy for me to understand. Throughout the six months that my case was ongoing, Brendan was communicative and responsive. He kept me updated on any developments in my case and always made himself available to answer my questions. He was also incredibly patient and walked me through each step of the process, making sure that I felt informed and empowered at every turn. Thanks to Brendan's hard work and dedication, I was able to get the compensation I deserved. I am so grateful to have had him on my side and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of a skilled and caring attorney. If you're looking for an outstanding attorney who will go above and beyond to fight for your rights, look no further than Brendan Burns!

Posted by Rose | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent and Steadfast Representation

Brendan was so incredibly supportive and an excellent advocate when I was in my most vulnerable place. My case was extraordinarily complex, but he braved the challenge and stuck with it until we were able to find a resolution. So grateful for his work, would recommend his services to anyone in need o...f his compassionate support but intellectual fierceness in application of the law.

Posted by Danielle | March 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Just got my settlement!

I didn’t even realize my injury was a worker’s comp issue until my former employer’s Human Resources told me to file. At first I felt like no one would even believe I had a case. But Brendan believed me from the beginning. Just having someone in my corner brought much needed peace in the midst of suc...h an awful situation. The process is super slow and drawn out, but in the end, I got a fair settlement. I appreciate that Brendan always shared all available options and let me make my own decisions in which direction to move. Thank you Brendan for believing me from day 1, and for ultimately winning my case (for me, the settlement was a win)!

Posted by Kenneth | January 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

The best attorney in Irvine!

An attorney recommended this firm to me because that attorney believes Mr. Brendan Burns would do a better job and I must say I am truly impressed. I was not sure if I had a good case or not and my attorney, Mr. Brendan Burns was amazing when answering those questions for me. Attorney Brendan told me... from the very beginning what we were working with and was extremely honest about my case. He filed everything in a very timely manner. In a matter of no more than 8 months my case was settled and I could not be happier with the results. I would highly recommend Mr. Brendan Burns to anyone who needs an attorney for work injury. He is extremely knowledgeable and patient with me because I am not fluent in English, He knows what he is doing. Biggest thing is honesty and making sure you have great communication within each other.

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Brendan Scott Burns's Lawyer Endorsements

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Henna Choi

Workers compensation lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"There are a lot of lawyers, and there are a lot of smart lawyers. But Brendan is one of the smartest lawyers that I've gotten to know. When it comes to workers' compensation law, he's the guru. What makes him stand out as a lawyer is that he has a good heart, he cares for his clients, and he is compassionate. If you hire Brendan, you will not regret. He will go above and beyond for you. He not only works hard but works smart, which is what you should look for in a lawyer. Hire him!"

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Brett Sachs

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I fully endorse Brendan Burns. When I first Brendan, we were on opposing sides. After witnessing his passion and aggressive advocacy he had for his client, I knew we had to have him on the plaintiff/applicant side. I approached Brendan to start Sachs Burns and now Brendan displays the same passion and aggression helping injured clients."

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Justin Kincheloe

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brendan has tremendous experience in the worker's compensation field. After spending many years working on the defense side, he now represents plaintiffs who have been injured on the job. His vast knowledge and attention to detail give him the tools that he needs to deliver some great results for his clients."

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Haasty Burns

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Burns for almost 5 years and highly recommend his services. There are many areas of law that he excels in including contracts, personal injury and business. He also has excellent writing skills that far exceed most attorneys with his experience level."

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David Iancu

Real estate lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Attorney Burns for many years. He is highly intelligent, honest, and creative. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone in need of an attorney in Mr. Burns' area."

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Henna Choi

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Joshua Park

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John Rajaee

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Justin Kincheloe

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David Iancu

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Emanuel Hudson

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Haasty Burns

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Certifiied Specialist Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2020

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2020

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2019

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2019

10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2018

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2017

Lead Counsel Certified, Lead Counsel

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Principal, Burns Law Group

2014 - 2017

Associate, Lansford & Gonzales

2013 - 2014

Associate, Watton, Discoe, Bassett & McMains

2010 - 2013

Associate, Law Offices of Allan Perry

Associations

2018 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2018 - Present

Orange County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

California Applicants' Attorneys Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Motorcycle Accident

200,000

Car Accident

100,000

Injured Worker

40,000

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Education

2009

Western State College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Wisconsin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2003

Autonomous University of Madrid

Liberal Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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