Thomas R Burnside III

Thomas R. Burnside III is a fourth-generation Georgia lawyer who understands that individuals deserve access to courts and the right to quality legal representation in their pursuit of justice. This is especially true of people who have suffered a life-altering injury that impacts their ability to earn a living, provide for their family, and meet their financial obligations.

Thomas is a native of Augusta, GA and a personal injury attorney who focuses his law practice on the representation of individuals who have suffered injury as a result of automobile collisions, truck accidents, medical malpractice, work related accidents, unsafe premises or other causes. With over 30 years of experience handling all types of personal cases at both the trial and appellate court levels, Thomas has represented people with virtually every type of injury imaginable, including traumatic brain injuries, back and spinal cord injuries, paralysis, severe burns, broken bones and emotional distress. Thomas has also helped families through the most difficult cases where they have lost a child, spouse, or other loved one as a result of wrongful death.

An experienced and dependable advocate, Thomas is able to help you and your family navigate the legal system, coordinate available insurance benefits, maximize your recovery and secure the compensation you need and deserve so that you can meet the financial challenges that accompany your injury or catastrophic loss. Given his considerable personal injury experience, Thomas is also able to help you evaluate your injury case so you can make an informed decision about your legal rights and the value of your claim.

Thomas is also a dedicated professional who understands the need to give back to the legal profession and is mindful of the stated purpose of the State Bar of Georgia: “to foster among the members of the Bar of this State the principles of duty and service to the public; to improve the administration of justice; and to advance the science of law.” Consistent with these principles, Thomas has devoted considerable time in service to Bar, having served in the following capacities along with numerous other committees, panels, and organizations of the State Bar of Georgia:

• Board of Governors, Member (2007-2022)
• Board of Governors, Executive Committee (2015-2017)
• Advisory Committee on Legislation, Member
• UPL Standing Committee, Chair
• Member Benefits Committee, Member
• UPL District 10 Committee, Chair
• Business Court Committee, Member
• Elections Committee, Chair
• Lawyers Foundation of Georgia, Trustee
• State Disciplinary Board—Investigative Panel
• State Disciplinary Board – Review Panel

Thomas has also been an active member of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and recognizes the importance of ensuring that all the citizens of Georgia have access to the court system and the right to trial by jury, a right guaranteed in the Constitution of both Georgia and the United States of America.