Atty. James G. Thornton

Atty. James G. Thornton

James G. Thornton is a lawyer practicing general practice, personal injury, litigation and 3 other areas of law.

New Orleans New Orleans 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (504) 662-1981 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James G. Thornton at a glance

James G. Thornton is a Member based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at JGT Group, LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, nursing home, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Mississippi (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1999), and Tennessee (2006). Educated at University of Mississippi School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Delta State University (B.A. English, 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Director, Young Lawyers Section, 2000-2001 Co-Chair of YLS Mock Trial Competition, 2000-2002 Author of Competition Materials, 2002) South Central Mississippi Bar Association (Secretary, 2002 President, 2005) Hattiesburg Area Young Lawyers Association (Pre, Tennessee and American Bar Associations The Mississippi Bar. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James G. Thornton is a lawyer practicing general practice, personal injury, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Delta State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • James practices at JGT Group, LLC in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

James G. Thornton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James G. 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.

James G. Thornton is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice 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.

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

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

James G. Thornton is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James G. Thornton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James G. Thornton is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 New Orleans 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 James G. Thornton

Where is James G. Thornton's law office located?
James G. Thornton's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is JGT Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James G. Thornton handle?
James G. Thornton focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, nursing home, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has James G. Thornton practiced law?
James G. Thornton has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did James G. Thornton go to law school?
James G. Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. English, 1992).
How can I contact James G. Thornton for a consultation?
You can contact James G. 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 James G. Thornton received?
James G. Thornton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi School of Law
- 1995
B.A. English
Delta State University
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Mississippi
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
Tennessee
Admitted: 2006
Louisiana
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 2006
Texas
Admitted: 2025
Colorado
Admitted: 2025
Georgia
Admitted: 2025
Kentucky
Admitted: 2026

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