John D. Burleson

4.7 (34 reviews )

Jackson Tennessee United States

Employment Law - Management Litigation - Labor and Employment Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2008

731-423-2414 Website

About John

John D. Burleson: Top Attorney in Jackson, Tennessee

John D. Burleson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the United States in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Labor and Employment, and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. He has been recognized since 2008 based on an exhaustive peer-review survey that reflects his high esteem among other top lawyers in Jackson, Tennessee.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Commercial Litigation
Employment Law - Individuals
Labor Law - Management
Labor Law - Union
Workers' Compensation Law

Awards & Recognitions

Lawyer of the Year: Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2024)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Labor and Employment, Memphis (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Workers' Compensation Law - Employers, Memphis (2014)

Education & Credentials

Universities: The University of Tennessee, Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Educations: John D. Burleson holds a J.D. from The University of Tennessee. He is admitted to practice in the state of Tennessee.

Firms

Firms: Current Member of Rainey, Kizer, Reviere & Bell PLC since 2008.

Affiliations

John D. Burleson is a member of The Memphis Lawyers Association, and the Tennessee Bar Association (TBA).

Languages

Languages: Fluent in English.

Recognized Since

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2008, based on peer review surveys from peers who practice law in Jackson, Tennessee.

Location

John D. Burleson practices law in Jackson, Tennessee, United States of America.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Litigation - Labor and Employment

Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Education

The University of Tennessee

Awards & Recognition

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Reviews

4.7 / 5

34 Reviews

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Devin Beier

Jan 31, 2026

A huge weight off my shoulders thanks to the amazing work of John D. Burleson

Everyone at John D. Burleson's office in Jackson was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly. I never felt like...

Geraldine Langworth

Jan 31, 2026

Outstanding experience with John D. Burleson in Jackson - truly the best legal team

Short and sweet: John D. Burleson is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Employment Law - Management. If you're in Jackson and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately...

Kendra Zieme

Jan 31, 2026

Would recommend John D. Burleson for sure to anyone in Jackson needing legal help

I wasn't sure who to call for my Employment Law - Management problem, but I'm so glad I went with John D. Burleson. They really listened to me and understood my situation. It was such a relief to have...

Michelle Emard

Jan 31, 2026

Great people who truly care at John D. Burleson - the best legal team in Tennessee

John D. Burleson has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my legal...

Neal Hamill

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at John D. Burleson's firm