Our family has hired John Thornton on two different occasions. Once for our oldest son and a DUI matter and the second time for our younger son and a moving vehicle matter. I hope we do not have a need to hire him again but should a situation arise I am very comforted to know he is there. John w...as referred to us by two well respected, long time Attorneys in our local community as well as a family member who has practiced law for a number of decades. I’m ever so grateful to those individuals for this referral! The outcome of both matters was better than we could’ve hope for. On top of the awesome referral and positive outcome for both, there is the fact that we had the pleasure of working with John. John was respectful, kind, sincere and supportive while being very honest and straight forward about all the possible outcomes they could be facing. His knowledge of the laws and legal process is as good as it gets and in both matters I could tell the Courts respect him and his work. We were able to discuss what we would like to see happen or at least try to have a voice in what the law was going to hand down to our sons. More importantly, what we wanted to try to avoid in order to keep their ability to drive themselves to places of employment, continue college educations, and still be held accountable for their actions. John is a brilliant attorney and I welcome the opportunity to refer him. John is welcome to give my contact information to anyone who would like to discuss his ability to represent or have further questions.

Navigating the court system is a monster unto itself and it should not be taken lightly. John has experience that has earned him the professionalism and honor for which he stands. Not only is he a brilliant attorney, he is a friggin' genius. He is trustworthy, honest and knows every possible angle t...o achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. He is nonjudgemental while protecting your integrity and preventing any sort of embarrassment. He regards communication with his clients on the highest level. He constantly made humble recommendations on which road to travel. Throughout my process with John and the courts (4 months total), I could visibly witness how very hard he worked for me. I really thought about the possibility of being sunk with what I was facing, but John came through and got me an outcome that, to this day, is simply too good to be true. I can't say enough great things about this man. When you want the best, hire the best.

John Thornton is professional, hardworking, trustworthy, compassionate and precise! He was able to find the "one" possibility within the legal system to support my winning of both cases. I appreciated his knowledge with DUI convictions in Santa Cruz County, he is spot on! He is extremely supportiv...e, he handled everything. I appreciated feeling his fight, as if I am a good friend, and he has always been frank with me letting me know along the way that our efforts may not work out. From what I witnessed ten years ago and I feel today is that this man is well respected and well versed in relationship to his colleagues and the legal process and it's system. I feel he is truly passionate about his service to his clients and I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Best in the business! !! Very kind, very professional, and very straight forward! John preformed the impossible for me, he redused ( my second ) Dui to a wet/wreckless so I could keep my license for my job and move on with my life! This man knows his way around the Santa Cruz court house!!!!! No one... out there could do a better job for you! I hope I never need his services again but if I do there is no one else for me! Thank you again my friend John!!! -Tyson HAMCSJ

I first met John Thornton twelve years ago, as he was practicing law in Santa Cruz, Caliornia. It was my first experience with an attorney, and I was in need of help. I did not know what to expect, nor how things would develop out of a misunderstanding that I had become a part of. From the very be...ginning, I realized that John had a true passion and knowledge for how to proffer my needs. John very much helped me resolve the misunderstandings that I was involved in. At that point, I made a specific point to direct any friends or family that had been involved in misunderstandings or unfortunate incidents! This is why I am writing this article. Since my first interaction with John twelve years ago, and through friends and family, I have come to consider John Thornton nothing short of an inspiration. He is an attorney in it's purest form, and I have come to an appreciation for the adeptness, aptitude, proficiency, and competence that John represents. He has a true knack for what he has chosen to do. In fact, in part due to the inspiration I have had from Mr. Thornton, I have decided to leave the medical sciences and attempt to experience a part of this world myself. In short, John is an an amazing lawyer to whom I could not recommend any more highly of. N.J.S.