Atty. Edward L Thornton

Atty. Edward L Thornton

Edward L Thornton is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury, civil, dental malpractice and 5 other areas of law. Edward received a B.S.C. degree from Rider University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Edison Edison 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward L Thornton at a glance

Edward L Thornton is a Partner based in Edison, New Jersey, practicing at Methfessel & Werbel. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1977). Educated at Seton Hall University Law School (J.D., 1977) and Rider University (B.S.C. Economics, 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Edison, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward L Thornton is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury, civil, dental malpractice and 5 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.S.C. degree from Rider University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Edward practices at Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Edward L Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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.

Edward L Thornton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Product Liability

Edward L Thornton is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New Jersey →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Edward L Thornton is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in New Jersey →

Civil Rights

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward L Thornton

Where is Edward L Thornton's law office located?
Edward L Thornton's law practice is located in Edison, New Jersey. The firm is Methfessel & Werbel. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward L Thornton handle?
Edward L Thornton focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Edward L Thornton practiced law?
Edward L Thornton has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Edward L Thornton go to law school?
Edward L Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S.C. Economics, 1973).
How can I contact Edward L Thornton for a consultation?
You can contact Edward L 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 Edward L Thornton received?
Edward L Thornton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University Law School
- 1977
B.S.C. Economics
Rider University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1977

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