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Biography
Tom Burton focuses in business and health law. He has more than 30 years of experience representing management and equity owners in the various facets of formation, planning, and operations, with his health law practice primarily focusing on representing physicians and physician groups. Tom has personal experience with a start-up business venture in developing business plans and seeking private equity funding.
Credentials
Bar Admissions
Nevada
Virginia
Court Admissions
Supreme Court of Nevada
Supreme Court of Virginia
United States District Court, District of Nevada
United States District Court, Western District of Virginia
Education
University of Virginia School of Law (J.D.)
Washington & Lee University (B.A.)
Experience
Awards & Recognition
The Best Lawyers in America®, Corporate Law (2016-2025)
Reno Lawyer of the Year, Corporate Law (2018)
Legal Elite – Top Northern Nevada Attorneys, Nevada Business Magazine (2017)
Peer Review Rated AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
Previous Professional Experience
Burton, Bartlett & Glogovac, Founder and Stockholder (1995-2014)
Vargas & Bartlett, Stockholder (1987-1995)
Professional Memberships and Activities
Washoe County Bar Association
American Health Lawyers Association
Community Involvement
American Red Cross – Northern Nevada Chapter
Past Board Member
The Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts
Counsel
VSAarts of Nevada
Counsel
Representative Presentations and Publications
“Intellectual Property: Tips and Strategies for Protecting Your Company’s Assets,” Moderator, Northern Nevada Business Weekly’s Industry View event (February 15, 2018)
Military Service
U.S. Army, 1st Lieutenant (1966-1969)
Transportation Officer, Republic of Vietnam (1968-1969)
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