Luke Burton’s practice focuses on appellate litigation, government litigation, internal investigations and criminal defense. Luke helps clients solve their thorniest problems, whether those problems arise in appeals to state or federal courts, or in allegations of misconduct levied by the government.
Luke has substantial experience in state and federal appellate litigation, as well as in all matter of disputes with government agencies. He also has particular experience in federal criminal and civil investigations, and white-collar criminal defense. Luke is also an experienced investigations lawyer, having led internal investigations of alleged misconduct ranging from fraud, self-dealing and embezzlement to violations of federal laws and regulations. In addition, Luke has represented clients in various pro bono matters, including habeas corpus proceedings. Before joining the firm, Luke clerked for the Honorable Julia S. Gibbons of the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and for the Honorable David L. Bunning of the Eastern District of Kentucky.