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Paul C. Burton
About Paul
Biography
Attorney & Counselor at Law
Special Education Law; Veterans Law
Admitted to Practice: U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, U.S. Veterans Administration, Washington State Bar & Washington State Supreme Court.
Judge Pro Tempore, Washington & King County
President, East King County Bar Association (EKCBA) 2015, 2016
Board Member, EKCBA 2010-Present
Board Member, Eastside Legal Assistance Program 2009-2010
Pro Bono Volunteer Attorney at ELAP, CCYJ
Pro Bono Clinic Attorney at ELAP
Certified and Experienced (21 yrs) Teacher, Principal, Superintendent (IL & WA)
Illlinois State Legislature Recognition Resolution 1496 for Superintendent of Schools Achievement
Decorated U.S. Marine Corps Veteran (3 tours in Vietnam) Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star (Division Level), Purple Heart, Presidential Unit CItation, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, Embassy Duty Ribbon, Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 8 Campaign Stars, Vietnamese Unit Citation, Vietnamese Civil Action Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Medal w/ device..
Marine Security Guard Ribbon, U.S. Department of State, 1965-1967
Letter of Commendation, U.S. Treasury Department, 1966
Published Author (Learning Magazine, Illinois Reading Journal, Illinos Education Law Journal, +)
President & Founder Vermilion Valley Reading Council
Bylaws Chair Illinois Reading Council 1980-1981
Public Speaker: Over 50 Professional Presentations
Avid Triathlete (188 completed to date)
Triathlon Age Group All American (3X)
USA Triathlon Long Course National Champion, Age Group 45-49, 1992
Xterra Regional Champion (Age Group 55-59) 2002
USA Triathlon Board of Directors 1996-1997 Elected Vice President 1997
USA Triathlon Category 1 Official (retired)
USA Triathlon Level 1 Certified Coach (retired)
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Administrative Law
50%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 16 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Paul C Burton, PLLC
18454 SE 43rd Pl, Issaquah, WA
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Paul C. Burton's Reviews
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Posted by Henry | February 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Expert Attorney on Veterans Affairs
I consulted Mr. Burton on several complicated and involved issues concerning my VA claims and received expert advice on how to deal with the VA in a highly effective manner. Being a US Marine Corps combat veteran himself, he was able to put himself in my shoes and had a complete grasp of the issues ...
Posted by Alan | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Trusted
I hired Mr Burton to write a rather complicated trust for my family. He did so in a professional and timely manner. I chose Mr Burton impart because of his exemplary background in the Marine Corps and I was not disappointed.
Posted by Kathleen | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding Special Education Attorney
When my disabled son was denied post secondary special education services Paul C Burton took the case pro bono. Following a legal battle with the school district's dishonest attorneys, my son received all of the services he should have received, plus many additional specific items. All of this with...
Paul C. Burton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I know Mr. Burton through LAMP (Legal Assistance to Military Personnel). He's dedicated, reliable, and very intelligent. It is my pleasure to offer my wholehearted endorsement."
"Few lawyers are fitter than Paul, as a former National Triathlon Champion, you can be rest assured that he possesses the creativity, dedication and discipline to get things done, and the practical know-how that only great lawyers and humans like Paul, possess. S/F"
"Paul is an outstanding attorney. He is very knowledgeable about special education (as well as many other areas such as VA law). When I was new to the community, I reached out to Paul and he has been very gracious to me. He has been a wonderful source of knowledge on a wide range of topics. Highly recommend Paul for his experience, wisdom, and passion for helping others!"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2014
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2014
Certificate of Appreciation, Eastside Legal Assistance Program
2013
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2012
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2011
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2010
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2009
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
1997
Howard B Eisenberg Client Services Award, Southern Illinois University School of Law
1981
Certificate of Appreciation, Illinois Reading Council
1981
Certificate of Appreciation, International Reading Association
1981
Certificate of Appreciation, Vermilion Valley Reading Council
1980
Life Membership Award, Illinois Parent Teacher Association
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Judge Pro Tempore, King County Courts
2013 - 2016
Volunteer Attorney, CCYJ
2010 - 2010
Volunteer Attorney, Veterans Center Seattle
2009 - 2016
Case & Clinic Attorney, Eastside Legal Assistance Program
1999 - 2013
Adjunct Law Professor, Center for the Promotion of Learning Abilities
1998 - 1998
Research Intelligence Analyst, U.S. Department Of Justice
1996 - 1997
711 Student, ADR Clinic Southern Illinois University School of Law
1995 - 1997
711 Student, Elder Legal Clinic Southern Illinois University School of Law
1973 - 1994
Teacher, Principal, Superintendent, K-12 Education State of Illinois
1963 - 1969
Private (E1) to Sergeant (E5), U.S. Marine Corps
Associations
2015 - Present
East King County Bar AssociationPresident
2009 - Present
Eastside Legal Assistance ProgramClinic Attorney/Volunteer Attorney
2009 - 2010
Eastside Legal Assistance ProgramBoard Member
1996 - 1997
USA TriathlonMember Board of Directors
1991 - 1992
Sage City StridersPresident
1979 - 1980
Illinois State Reading CouncilBylaws Chair
1977 - 1978
Vermillion Valley Reading CouncilPresident
1977 - 1981
Vermillion Valley Reading CouncilBoard of Directors/Founder
Sample of Legal Cases
Special Education Case of AA
Successful: Settled
Due Process Hearing: Case of GG
Successful: Settled
Special Education C.A.
Successful: Accepted by U.S. DOE
Special Education C.A.
Successful: Accepted by U.S. DOE
Education
1997
Southern Illinois University School of Law
JD
1981
University of Illinois
Doctor of Education (ABD)
1977
Eastern Illinois Univeristy
Master of Science in Education
1973
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science in Education
Speaking Engagements
1983
Illinois Reading Counci Annual Convention
K-12 Reading Instruction
1981
International Reading Association Annual Convention
K-12 Reading Instruction
1981
Illinois Reading Council Annual Convention
K-12 Reading Instruction
Publications
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
For Whom the Statute Tolls: Indecent Liberties with School Children
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Court Lip Syncs to Goss v Lopez
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes: Reasonable Suspicion?
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Discrimination, Harassment and Intercourse: Putting the X in Sex
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Superintendent Power, Immunity and Workplace Harmony
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Torts Potpourri: Negligence Review, Reference, and Update
1998
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Illinois Tenure: Intent, Standards and Reality
1997
Illinois State Unviversity School Law Quarterly
Short Briefs: Recent Cases of Interest
1997
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Noncertificated Personnel in District DIssolution
1997
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
Rejecting the Lowest Bidder
1997
Illinois State University School Law Quarterly
The ABCs of Administration
1993
Triathlon Today
IRONMAN: Men and Women of Mettle
1983
School Microcomputer Bulletin
Commodore Snafu
1980
Learning Magazine
Dogs, Rats, Pigeons and Kids
1979
Illinois Reading Jouranl
Teaching Reading, What's Importaant
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can i sue the Nyc department of education,
22 Jun 2016
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Can I sue a school teacher for defamation of character and the school district for not doing anything when brought to attention?
22 Feb 2016
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Is it illegal to tell a substitute teacher that a child in the class they are substitute teaching in takes medication?
20 Feb 2016