Thomas R. Burnside III

Thomas R. Burnside III is an experienced personal injury lawyer based in Augusta, Georgia. With over 30 years of legal practice, he focuses on helping people who have been seriously injured. His work includes cases involving car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, unsafe property conditions, work injuries, and wrongful death. He is dedicated to helping clients receive fair compensation when their lives have been changed by injury or loss.

Thomas earned his J.D. from Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law in Macon, Georgia, in 1991. He also holds a B.S. in Business from Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina, which he completed in 1988.

Since becoming a lawyer in 1991, Thomas has handled all types of injury cases, including those involving brain injuries, spinal cord damage, broken bones, severe burns, and emotional suffering. He has also guided families through wrongful death cases after the loss of a loved one. His entire practice is focused on litigation, representing individuals in both trial and appellate courts. He helps clients understand their rights, manage insurance claims, and work toward getting the compensation they deserve.

Thomas has served the legal profession through several leadership roles. He was a member of the State Bar of Georgia’s Board of Governors for 15 years and served on many committees, including the Executive Committee, Elections Committee, and the UPL Standing Committee. He is a Fellow of the Lawyers Foundation of Georgia and has served on both the Investigative and Review Panels of the State Disciplinary Board.

Thomas R. Burnside III is also active in professional legal groups such as the Georgia Bar Association, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, American Association for Justice, and Augusta Bar Association. He has received honors like “Best Lawyers in America,” “Georgia Super Lawyers,” and “Legal Elite” from Georgia Trend. His work is widely respected by peers and clients alike. Thomas is a strong legal advocate who works hard to protect the rights of injured individuals across Georgia.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Burnside Law Firm, LLP
• Member, Georgia Bar Association
• Member, Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Augusta Bar Association

Licensed State

• Georgia

Education

• Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Presbyterian College
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

Awards & Badges