Clay Thornton
About Clay Thornton
Clay Thornton is a lawyer based in Lexington, KY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Clay Thornton is recognized in the following practice area:
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Ward, Hocker & Thornton PLLC
Education: University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 2021
Location: Lexington, KY
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