Atty. Christopher Thornton

Atty. Christopher Thornton

Christopher Thornton is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, corporate & incorporation, general practice and 4 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years.

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Profile Summary

About Christopher Thornton at a glance

Christopher Thornton is a Member based in Salem, Massachusetts, practicing at Thornton Law Office. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on formation, family law, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1999) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (2002). Educated at Massachusetts School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1991). Active member of Essex County and Massachusetts Bar Associations Massachusetts Conveyancers Association. Serands clients in Salem, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Thornton is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, corporate & incorporation, general practice and 4 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Christopher practices at Thornton Law Office in Salem, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Thornton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Thornton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Christopher Thornton is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Christopher Thornton is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Christopher Thornton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salem are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Thornton

Where is Christopher Thornton's law office located?
Christopher Thornton's law practice is located in Salem, Massachusetts. The firm is Thornton Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Thornton handle?
Christopher Thornton focuses on formation, family law, estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Christopher Thornton practiced law?
Christopher Thornton has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Christopher Thornton go to law school?
Christopher Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Christopher Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Massachusetts School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002

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