John Hilliard "Hilliard" Burton
About John Hilliard Burton
John Hilliard Burton is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. John Hilliard Burton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Transportation Law
Current Firm: Weinberg Wheeler Hudgins Gunn & Dial LLC
Education: University of Georgia, J.D., graduated 2019
Location: Atlanta, GA
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