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Amanda Raye Thornton
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Biography
Ms. Thornton graduated from Nashville School of Law in 2007 and became licensed to practice law in Tennessee in October, 2007. Ms. Thornton focuses on all aspects of family law including divorce, custody, contempt, modifications, child support, orders of protection, termination and adoption and grandparent's visitation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Child Custody
50%
19 years
Divorce and Separation
50%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
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Amanda Raye Thornton, Attorney at Law
300 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 402, Nashville, TN, 37201
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Recommendation (17)
Case Results (15)
Communication Style (10)
Professionalism (10)
Responsiveness (9)
Character & Conduct (8)
Compassion (7)
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Trustworthiness (6)
General Knowledge (5)
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Posted by Jeremz | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best Soldier To Head Into Battle With & For Ever!
She's Family to me now! Even 9yrs after my case! She got me custody of my 3 kids, and the stipulations to my divorce, custody, visitation rights for the other party, and child support setup anyway we felt fit per the judge, in the most minimal and I to the day possible to complete the case! She's got...
Posted by Kristy | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best Lawyer!!!
Amanda let me know up front what we were dealing with on the divorce. She never gave me false information or never told me what I wanted to hear Amanda always told me the truth from the very start even if I did not want to hear it. She had my sons best interest at heart when we were going through ...
Posted by Glena | April 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Very smart, & very real!
She's a honest person & will do everything she can to get the results you desire! She will not fill you with false Hope's & will tell you exactly what you are expecting to battle when dealing with the court systems . When feeling hopeless she will provide clarity. She KNOWS her stuff! I've retained h...
Posted by Jason | December 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Outstanding!
I hired Amanda to handle my contempt of court case and change of my original parenting plan. She did an outstanding job. She was very attentive and aggressive. I was very happy the the job that she did.
Posted by AZJK | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
The BEST for your kids!
Amanda is a SMART, efficient advocate! She is very easy to communicate with. When she referred to our kids as, "My boys", I was sold. She has the solutions and we can now rest easy thanks to her suggestions and actions.
Amanda Raye Thornton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Amanda is very intelligent and represents her clients well. She cares about her clients and getting each one the best outcome. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Easy to work with and committed to the best interest of her client."
"I have worked with Amanda on several cases, and she is always well-prepared and represents her clients well. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thornton is a tremendous asset to the legal community. Her tenacious trial skills balanced with her exceptional ability to negotiate sets her apart from her peers. Her willingness to go the extra mile and genuinely caring about their cases fills her clients with confidence and the assurance they are in good hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thornton is tough in the courtroom, and she is fair and reasonable in her dealings with opposing counsel. She is always prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Thornton adamantly and ethically represents her clients. She is thorough and fights hard to protect her clients interests. She is excellent in the courtroom. I endorse Ms. Thornton."
"I've had the pleasure of working with Ms. Thornton on several cases. She is well respected by her clients and peers. I am pleased to give her my endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney, Thornton & Pence
2007 - 2019
Attorney, Roberts, Thornton & Pence
Associations
Nashville Bar Association
Sumner County Bar Association
Tennessee Association for Justice
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Blaklyn M.
Judgment of the trial court reversed and remanded for a parenting plan that increases Father's residential parenting time.
Jennifer Ferrari-Bullock v. Justin Randall
Original order of protection and support upheld, child support provision in the amended order of protection vacated and remanded.
Fagg v. Buettner-No. M2007-02748-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. Ct. App. Nov. 10, 2008)
Court of Appeals reversed the judgment of the trial court and remand for further proceedings consistent with this opinion. Costs of appeal are assessed against State Farm.
Education
2007
Nashville School of Law
J.D.
2003
Western Kentucky University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
TBA Family Law Forum
Mediations- Rule 31
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers