C. Thomas Burton, Jr., Of Counsel at our Reno law office
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C. Thomas Burton, Jr.

Of Counsel
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)