Peter C. Burnett, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Leesburg, Virginia
focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Leesburg, VA
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Peter C. Burnett is an attorney based in Leesburg, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Burnett & Williams PC.
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- Leesburg, VIRGINIA
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- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Leesburg, VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.) (2022).
About Peter C. Burnett: Peter C. Burnett is an attorney based in Leesburg, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Burnett & Williams PC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Peter C. Burnett
Peter concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Medical Malpractice cases in Leesburg, Virginia
Peter takes medical malpractice matters in Leesburg, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Leesburg, Virginia
Peter takes personal injury matters in Leesburg, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Peter C. Burnett — Attorney of Virginia medical malpractice experience
Peter C. Burnett is an attorney based in Leesburg, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Burnett & Williams PC.
Peter C. Burnett is a graduate of Hobart College and the Antioch School of Law. He has been licensed to practice in Virginia and the District of Columbia for over 40 years. Initially Peter served Loudoun County as a general practice lawyer, but in 1988, he decided to limit his practice to personal injury law. In the 25 years since, he has established an impressive track record, building Burnett & Williams into one of the most experienced personal injury firms in the state.
Peter has guided the firm through a number of noteworthy cases including multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts for wrongful death, medical malpractice and automobile accident cases. He has earned a reputation as a relentless advocate who is always willing to negotiate carefully and creatively on behalf of his clients if a fair outcome can be achieved. In cases large and small, Peter works closely with clients to uncover every important detail and to convey a full understanding of their claims to the insurance adjustors and attorneys on the other side.
For his dedicated service to his clients and the Virginia legal system, Peter has received numerous accolades and honors. Among them are Lawyer of the Year designated by U.S. News for Plaintiff’s personal injury in 2022 and induction into the Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame. He has also served in leadership positions in the Virginia State Bar and locally having been President of the Loudoun County Bar Association, a member of the Virginia State Bar Council, Chairman of the VSB Diversity Conference, and Chairman of the VSB Judicial Nominations Committee. He is currently the Chair of the VSB Senior Lawyers Conference.
Peter has been committed to charitable activities in Loudoun County for many years. He was a founding director of the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, a founding director and Chairman of Loudoun Cares, Chairman of the Downtown Improvement Association, founder and Chairman of the Loudoun Law Foundation, and founding Chairman of the Virginia Diversity Foundation, the parent organization of the Ampersand Pantry Project.
Working with Peter on a medical malpractice matter
Peter C. Burnett is a graduate of Hobart College and the Antioch School of Law. He has been licensed to practice in Virginia and the District of Columbia for over 40 years. Initially Peter served Loudoun County as a general practice lawyer, but in 1988, he decided to limit his practice to personal injury law. In the 25 years since, he has established an impressive track record, building Burnett &…
Clients Peter works with
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Leesburg and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Peter C. Burnett's legal education and bar admissions
University of the District of Columbia
J.D. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
Virginia, Virginia S
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District of Columbia
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Peter studied at J.D. in University of the District of Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in University of the District of Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Peter C. Burnett
Peter has received 23 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer-Virginia (2006-2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Resolution of Commendation for Public Service, Loudoun Co. Board of Supervisors (2008)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fellow-Virginia Law Foundation (2007)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Community Blue Ribbon Award-Loudoun Preservation Society (2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Community Leader-Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce (2011)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leaders in the Law-Virginia Lawyers Weekly (2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Outstanding Volunteer of the Year-County of Loudoun, Virginia (2010)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legacy Business-Town of Leesburg (2013)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Law Firms in America-US News and World Report (2013, 2017, 2021)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame (2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Town of Leesburg Proclamation of Recognition-Hall of Fame (2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Town of Leesburg Proclamation of Recognition-Ampersand Project (2020)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Virginia State Legislature Resolution-Ampersand Project (2020)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year-Washington D.C.-Best Lawyers (2022)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyer-Washington DC Metro Area (2007-2021)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Virginia Trial Lawyers-National Trial Lawyers Association (2010, 2011, 2018, 2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Personal Injury Lawyer-Northern Virginia Magazine (2012, 2018, 2021)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Peter C. Burnett's office in Leesburg
Peter's primary office is at 105 Loudoun Street, SE, Leesburg, Virginia, 20175. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Peter C. Burnett — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Leesburg, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter C. Burnett
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Leesburg?
Peter is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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