Atty. Steven O Thornton

Atty. Steven O Thornton

Steven O Thornton is a lawyer practicing trial practice, general insurance law, products liability law and 12 other areas of law. Steven received a A.B. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Bowling Green Bowling Green 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven O Thornton at a glance

Steven O Thornton is a probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and product liability attorney based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U.S. Supreme Court (1983) and U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circ (1983). Educated at Salmon P. Chase College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Western Kentucky University (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Bowling Green-Warren County, Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bowling Green, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven O Thornton is a lawyer practicing trial practice, general insurance law, products liability law and 12 other areas of law
  • Steven received a A.B. degree from Western Kentucky University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Steven practices in Bowling Green, KY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven O Thornton's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Steven O Thornton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Kentucky →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Steven O Thornton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kentucky →

Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven O Thornton

Where is Steven O Thornton's law office located?
Steven O Thornton's law practice is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven O Thornton handle?
Steven O Thornton focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Steven O Thornton practiced law?
Steven O Thornton has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Steven O Thornton go to law school?
Steven O Thornton earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Steven O Thornton for a consultation?
You can contact Steven O Thornton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven O Thornton received?
Steven O Thornton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Salmon P. Chase College of Law
- 1983
A.B.
Western Kentucky University
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Kentucky U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circ
Admitted: 1983

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