Michael P. "Mike" Thornton
About Michael P. Thornton
Michael P. Thornton is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Michael P. Thornton is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Thornton Law Firm LLP
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1975 and Dartmouth College, AB, graduated 1972
Location: Boston, MA
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