Atty. Lisa B Thornton

Atty. Lisa B Thornton

Ms. Lisa B Thornton is a lawyer practicing appeals, divorce & separation, elder law and 2 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (385) 644-5498 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Lisa B Thornton at a glance

Lisa B Thornton is a divorce, estate planning, poa, elder law, and appellate attorney based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1988) and Utah (1995). Educated at J. Ruben Clark Law School (J.D., 1988) and Brigham Young University (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Lisa B Thornton is a lawyer practicing appeals, divorce & separation, elder law and 2 other areas of law
  • Lisa received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Lisa practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa B Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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

Lisa B Thornton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Utah →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Lisa B Thornton is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Utah →

Power of Attorney

Lisa B Thornton is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Utah →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Lisa B Thornton is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Utah →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Lisa B Thornton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Utah →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lisa B Thornton

Where is Lisa B Thornton's law office located?
Lisa B Thornton's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa B Thornton handle?
Lisa B Thornton focuses on divorce, estate planning, poa, elder law, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has Lisa B Thornton practiced law?
Lisa B Thornton has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Lisa B Thornton go to law school?
Lisa B Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Lisa B Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
J. Ruben Clark Law School
- 1988
B.A.
Brigham Young University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1988
Utah
Admitted: 1995

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