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About David L. Thornton at a glance
David L. Thornton is a Member based in Friendswood, Texas, practicing at Thornton Law Firm. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas US Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Western District Court Texas Northern Di (1976). Educated at University of Houston Law School (J.D., 1976) and Evangel University (B.A. Political, 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Houston Trial Lawyers Association Texas Trial Lawyers Association American Trial Lawyers Association College of the State Bar of Texas Gulf Coast Family Law Specialists. Serands clients in Friendswood, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. David L. Thornton is a lawyer practicing civil trial, personal injury trial, family and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Evangel University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- David practices at Thornton Law Firm in Friendswood, TX and 1 other location
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David L. Thornton's Areas of Practice
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David L. Thornton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David L. Thornton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
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 Friendswood 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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