James R. Thornton
Managing Partner

James R. Thornton

James founded Counsel in 1998 after a distinguished career at a leading national firm. With over 30 years of trial experience, he has secured more than $200 million in verdicts and settlements for clients facing complex litigation. His practice focuses on high-stakes commercial disputes and securities litigation. He has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for 15 consecutive years and serves on the board of the State Bar Association.

Practice Areas

  • Commercial Litigation
  • Securities Law
  • White Collar Defense

Education

  • J.D., Harvard Law School, magna cum laude
  • B.A., Yale University, Economics

Bar Admissions

  • New York State Bar
  • U.S. Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
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