Peter F. "Pete" Burns
About Peter F. Burns
Peter F. Burns is a lawyer based in Mobile, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. Peter F. Burns is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Mobile, Alabama
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Environmental
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Burns, Cunningham & Mackey PC
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 1975
Location: Mobile, AL
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