Joseph Thornton
About Joseph Thornton
Joseph Thornton is a lawyer based in Council Bluffs, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Joseph Thornton is recognized in the following practice area:
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Evans & Dixon LLC
Education: The University of Iowa, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Council Bluffs, IA
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