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Atty. Nicholas Dwight Thornton

Atty. Nicholas Dwight Thornton

Nicholas Dwight Thornton is a lawyer practicing commercial, dui & dwi, violent crime and 5 other areas of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Moorhead State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Fargo Fargo 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicholas Dwight Thornton at a glance

Nicholas Dwight Thornton is an Associate based in Fargo, North Dakota, practicing at Fremstad Law Firm. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, business, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (2006), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (2006), Minnesota (2007), and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (2007). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 2006) and Moorhead State University (B.A., 2003). Active member of State Bar Association of North Dakota American Bar Association National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Fargo, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas Dwight Thornton is a lawyer practicing commercial, dui & dwi, violent crime and 5 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from Moorhead State University in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Nicholas practices at Fremstad Law Firm in Fargo, ND

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Dwight Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Federal Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicholas Dwight Thornton

Where is Nicholas Dwight Thornton's law office located?
Nicholas Dwight Thornton's law practice is located in Fargo, North Dakota. The firm is Fremstad Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Dwight Thornton handle?
Nicholas Dwight Thornton focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, business, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has Nicholas Dwight Thornton practiced law?
Nicholas Dwight Thornton has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Nicholas Dwight Thornton go to law school?
Nicholas Dwight Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Nicholas Dwight Thornton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 2006
B.A.
Moorhead State University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 2006
Minnesota
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2007

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