Atty. Ellen Baggett Thornton

Atty. Ellen Baggett Thornton

Ellen Baggett Thornton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, car accidents, motorcycle accident and 2 other areas of law. Ellen received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years.

Gretna Gretna 10 yrs experience 10 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Baggett Thornton at a glance

Ellen Baggett Thornton is an Attorney based in Gretna, Louisiana. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (2016) and Texas (2023). Educated at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law (J.D., 2016) and Florida State University (B.A. Philosophy, 2012). Active member of Baton Rouge Bar Association New Orleans Bar Association Louisiana State Bar Association Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Gretna, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ellen Baggett Thornton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, car accidents, motorcycle accident and 2 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 2012, and has been licensed for 10 years
  • Ellen practices in Gretna, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Baggett Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ellen Baggett Thornton is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Ellen Baggett Thornton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Motorcycle Accidents

Ellen Baggett Thornton is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Louisiana →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Ellen Baggett Thornton is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Baggett Thornton

Where is Ellen Baggett Thornton's law office located?
Ellen Baggett Thornton's law practice is located in Gretna, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Baggett Thornton handle?
Ellen Baggett Thornton focuses on car accidents, personal injury, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Ellen Baggett Thornton practiced law?
Ellen Baggett Thornton has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Ellen Baggett Thornton go to law school?
Ellen Baggett Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (B.A. Philosophy, 2012).
How can I contact Ellen Baggett Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
- 2016
B.A. Philosophy
Florida State University
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 2016
Texas
Admitted: 2023

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