TEAM / Weston Burleson

Weston Burleson joined The Southern Group in 2025, bringing with him more than a decade of experience in government affairs, communications, and political strategy to The Southern Group’s Georgia team. Known for his deep understanding of the legislative process and strong relationships across both chambers of the General Assembly, Weston has built a career at the intersection of policy, politics, and public engagement. 

Before joining The Southern Group, he worked as a lobbyist with Freeman Mathis Decisions, representing clients across multiple industries under the Gold Dome. Before that, Weston served as Director of Communications and Legislative Affairs for Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King. In that role, he led the agency’s legislative agenda, played a key role in advancing major tort reform initiatives, and managed all external communications and media strategy. Weston was heavily involved in the recent tort reform efforts in Georgia, representing multiple clients advocating for stronger litigation reform measures across the state. 

Earlier in his career, Weston worked in North Carolina House Leadership and later at a Nashville-based public relations firm, where he advised clients on state and federal legislative issues. With experience spanning six Georgia legislative sessions and two state agencies, Weston combines strategic insight with a practical understanding of how to achieve results in the Capitol and beyond. 

Weston grew up in Loganville, Georgia and graduated from Berry College with a degree in Government. He resides in Decatur, Georgia with his wife and daughter.