Atty. Matthew William Thornton

Atty. Matthew William Thornton

Matthew William Thornton is a lawyer practicing criminal, government. Matthew has been licensed for 31 years.

St. Louis St. Louis 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Matthew William Thornton at a glance

Matthew William Thornton is a criminal defense and government attorney based in St. Louis, Missouri. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1995). Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Matthew William Thornton is a lawyer practicing criminal, government
  • Matthew has been licensed for 31 years
  • Matthew practices in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew William Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Where is Matthew William Thornton's law office located?
Matthew William Thornton's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew William Thornton handle?
Matthew William Thornton focuses on criminal defense, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Matthew William Thornton practiced law?
Matthew William Thornton has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1995

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