Philip Edward Thornton

Philip Edward Thornton

9.8

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 20% Criminal Defense
  • 20% Child Abuse
  • 20% DUI / DWI
  • 20% Domestic Violence
  • 20% Violent Crime

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

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If you are facing Criminal Charges, it is important to protect yourself by working with a knowledgeable and an experienced criminal defense lawyer. A criminal... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Excellent Lawyer”

Posted by: Alan, 8 months ago.

Client Review: Mr Thornton represented me in several cases and did excellent work on all of them. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer that will... more
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5 star rating

“Phil is amazing!”

Posted by: Susie, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: Thank you for your expertise. I was very nervous. This was my first time dealing with this sort of situation. I was completely devastated. Thank you... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

5 endorsements


Rebecca Kaye Reeder

Mr. Thornton is well respected in the legal community. He is also very knowledgeable in his practice area. I believe he does a good job for his... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Rebecca Reeder , Lakewood (WA), 2 months ago
Mariko Lisa Mulligan

I endorse this lawyer. Phil is smart, compassionate and energetic in defending his clients. He is highly knowledgeable and experienced in both... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Mariko Mulligan , Seattle (WA), 2 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

23 years since Philip Edward Thornton was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1990 04/19/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at The Law Office of Philip E. Thornton 1997–present
Associate Attorney at Margullis, Luedtke & Ray 1990–1997

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Creighton University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1990
Northern Arizona University BS - Bachelor of Science 1987

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Liberty Bell Award Pierce County Bar Association 2008

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Board of Directors Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys 2012–present
Board of Directors Pierce County Department of Assigned Counsel 2002–present
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Exploring Gang Evidence What Now? Looming Issues in Serious Felony Cases - Spring CLE Conference 2013
Sole Practice in Today's World Quarterly Conference for Young Lawyers 2012
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