Atty. Michael Throneberry
Michael Throneberry began his practice at a large St. Louis firm focusing on commercial litigation before he shifted his focus on advocating for mesothelioma and asbestos cancer victims.
Asbestos Litigation Attorney · Serving Edwardsville, IL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Throneberry at a Glance
Michael Throneberry is an Of Counsel based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at Gori Law Firm. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000), Missouri (2001), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (2001). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Marshall University (M.S. Engineering, 1997). Serves clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Throneberry
- Michael Throneberry began his practice at a large St. Louis firm focusing on commercial litigation before he shifted his focus on advocating for mesothelioma and asbestos cancer victims
- The focus of his practice changed because of the aftermath of his father-in-law’s diagnosis and brave but ultimately losing battle with mesothelioma
- Since 2003, Mr. Throneberry has leveraged his legal skills, his energy and the full resources of his law firm in aggressive pursuit of compensation for mesothelioma and asbestos cancer victims
- At The Gori Law Firm, Mr. Throneberry will continue his work in the area of asbestos litigation
- Mr. Throneberry graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Civil Engineering
- He served as an engineer with the United States Army, Corps of Engineers and graduated with a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering from Marshall University
- He attended law school at Washington University in St. Louis and graduated with a J.D
- Honors and Awards Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2003 Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2003 National Asbestos Mesothelioma Trial Lawyers Lifetime Charter Member of the Rue Ratings’ Best Attorneys in America Lifetime Achievement Member of America’s Top 100 Attorneys
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Michael Throneberry's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Throneberry handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edwardsville.
Civil Litigation in Edwardsville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edwardsville
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edwardsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edwardsville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edwardsville Choose Michael Throneberry
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Throneberry's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Throneberry brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Missouri, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, Michael Throneberry can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Michael Throneberry's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Edwardsville
A Edwardsville-based practice means Michael Throneberry attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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