Atty. Alex Thornton

Atty. Alex Thornton

Alex Thornton is a senior associate at Varghese Summersett, where her primary focus is on state criminal defense matters in Tarrant County and the surrounding areas. She represents individuals charged in state court with misdemeanors and felonies, including intoxication offenses, drug charges, and crimes against people.

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Profile Summary

About Alex Thornton at a glance

Alex Thornton is a dui/dwi and criminal defense attorney based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Varghese Summersett PLLC. Educated at Texas A&M University (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Alex Thornton is a senior associate at Varghese Summersett, where her primary focus is on state criminal defense matters in Tarrant County and the surrounding areas
  • She represents individuals charged in state court with misdemeanors and felonies, including intoxication offenses, drug charges, and crimes against people
  • Alex has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers magazine every year since 2021
  • She has also been named a Top Attorney by Fort Worth Magazine and 360 West magazine

Practice Areas Explained

Alex Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Worth are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alex Thornton

Where is Alex Thornton's law office located?
Alex Thornton's law practice is located in Fort Worth, Texas. The firm is Varghese Summersett PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alex Thornton handle?
Alex Thornton focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Alex Thornton go to law school?
Alex Thornton earned their education at (J.D.).
How can I contact Alex Thornton for a consultation?
You can contact Alex Thornton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Alex Thornton received?
Alex Thornton's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice; Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Southlake Style; Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, 360 West Magazine.

Education

J.D.
Texas A&M University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Southlake Style
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney, 360 West Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fort Worth Magazine
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2017 – Present
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2019 – Present
- 2026

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