Atty. Mark Kenneth Thornton

Atty. Mark Kenneth Thornton

Mark Kenneth Thornton is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law & governance, entrepreneurial services and 3 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Mark Kenneth Thornton at a glance

Mark Kenneth Thornton is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (2010). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 2010) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A. History, 2005). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Kenneth Thornton is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, corporate law & governance, entrepreneurial services and 3 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Mark practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Kenneth Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Kenneth Thornton

Where is Mark Kenneth Thornton's law office located?
Mark Kenneth Thornton's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Kenneth Thornton handle?
Mark Kenneth Thornton focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Kenneth Thornton practiced law?
Mark Kenneth Thornton has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Mark Kenneth Thornton go to law school?
Mark Kenneth Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A. History, 2005).
How can I contact Mark Kenneth Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 2010
B.A. History
University of California, Los Angeles
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2010

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