Atty. James William Thornton

Atty. James William Thornton

James William Thornton is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

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About James William Thornton at a glance

James William Thornton is an Attorney based in Ames, Iowa, practicing at Thornton, Coy & Huss, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, chapter 7, probate, and chapter 13. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1997). Educated at Drake University Law School (JD, 1997) and Iowa State University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Marshall County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Ames, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Thornton is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Iowa State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Thornton, Coy & Huss, PLLC in Ames, IA

Practice Areas Explained

James William Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Probate

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

James William Thornton is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Thornton

Where is James William Thornton's law office located?
James William Thornton's law practice is located in Ames, Iowa. The firm is Thornton, Coy & Huss, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Thornton handle?
James William Thornton focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, chapter 7, probate, chapter 13. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has James William Thornton practiced law?
James William Thornton has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James William Thornton go to law school?
James William Thornton earned their education at (JD, 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact James William Thornton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James William Thornton received?
James William Thornton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

JD
Drake University Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Iowa State University
- 1994

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1997

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