Atty. Clark Bryan Thornton

Atty. Clark Bryan Thornton

Clark Bryan Thornton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, first amendment law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Clark received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Nashville Nashville 32 Years Experience 32 year
Call (629) 276-2557

Profile Summary

About Clark Bryan Thornton at a glance

Clark Bryan Thornton is a criminal defense, workers comp, civil rights, government, and appellate attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1994), District of Columbia (1995), Massachusetts (1996), and Tennessee (1996). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1994) and University of Oklahoma (B.A., 1988). Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Clark Bryan Thornton is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, first amendment law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Clark received a B.A. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Clark practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Clark Bryan Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Clark Bryan Thornton is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Clark Bryan Thornton is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Clark Bryan Thornton is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Clark Bryan Thornton is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Clark Bryan Thornton is one of 77,587 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Clark Bryan Thornton

Where is Clark Bryan Thornton's law office located?
Clark Bryan Thornton's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clark Bryan Thornton handle?
Clark Bryan Thornton focuses on criminal defense, workers comp, civil rights, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Clark Bryan Thornton practiced law?
Clark Bryan Thornton has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Clark Bryan Thornton go to law school?
Clark Bryan Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Clark Bryan Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Oklahoma City University
- 1994
B.A.
University of Oklahoma
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1995
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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