Houston Family and Full-Service Law Firm

Help with divorce and family law, injuries, criminal defense and business law throughout Texas

Houston attorney Thomas H. Burton III practices law with a single focus — protecting his clients’ interests. Whether they face a tough divorce or custody battle, have been injured or defrauded or are starting a new business, Tom Burton has the diversity of experience, the integrity and the compassion to reach the best solutions for his clients.

Diverse experience in Texas law

Attorney Burton’s experience over the years includes insurance defense, complex litigation, appellate work, contentious family law cases and, most recently, seven years as general counsel for the national non-profit organization Justice For Children, with an emphasis on child abuse cases and custody litigation.

This expansive background permits him to see all sides of disputes in a wide variety of areas:

A Houston, Texas lawyer you can count on

Attorney Burton believes every client deserves an attorney dedicated to their best interests. Contact Burton Law Firm online or at (713) 489-4997, day or night, to see how he can help.

The firm offers a free initial consultation on most injury cases, and injured clients pay no fees unless there is a recovery on the claim.

Spanish translation services available.

A message from Tom Burton

To me, the practice of law is an art, not a science. It is a service-based career that I have dedicated to solving my clients’ most distressing problems. While the principles of the law do not change from client to client, no two cases are identical, and a customized approach is what I have found works best. Working state-wide throughout Texas has given me a unique perspective on the various local courts, and serving as in-house counsel for a national non-profit has sharpened my resolve to advocate for clients, even at the risk of offending local judges. I am absolutely invested in zealous advocacy for my clients, many of whom are in dire circumstances.