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Sometimes a potential client will ask me to provide a list of references, i.e., the names of past clients, for them to contact concerning whether the reference was pleased with my representation and criminal defense services. While I believe there are many names I could provide, I cannot do so because of the important attorney-client privilege that applies--not only during current representation, but also to former representation.

As you can imagine, regardless of what the charge is, but especially with the more socially frowned upon crimes, e.g., solicitation of prostitution or sex-related crimes, most people are uncomfortable with sharing that information with their family, friends, co-workers, and even with me as their lawyer--and I have heard and seen a lot! Thus, even if the attorney-client privilege did not prohibit me from sharing the names of former clients, most, if not all, of my former clients would.

With the foregoing being said, however, I am able to provide you with a sampling (anonymous, of course) of true comments and words of appreciation, satisfaction and gratitude that I have received over the past 10-plus years:

« Hi, Matthew!  Thank you so much for your understanding.  I felt so terrible when I knew I could not make the payment that I owed you.  I was explaining to my mom how I felt really horrible. Telling her especially because of all the wonderful hard work you have done for me.  I have recommended yo to so many people about what you do, when they have had similar situations like mine and giving your number to them.  I will keep letting people know about you and your amazing hard work.  You are one of the nicest people i have ever met in my entire life, Matthew. Thank you so much. :)  Take care.

« Thank you for getting my license reinstated early.

« Thanks for your help, support and professionalism in this matter.  Your representation certainly allayed a great deal of my stress. Thanks, again.

« I just want to say thank you very much for what you did for me. I am very grateful and God Bless You.

« Thank you for your letter and thank you for representing me with my criminal matter (my stupid mistake). I was really scared that this matter would kill my dreams that I'm working hard for. Thank you for your time, as I know that I talked a lot, but I just wanted to talk with you because I'm shy to tell my friends or my family about this incident. So thank you for listening to me.

« My anxiety was due to my DUI and now that it is resolved I am better. Thank you. I think I'll be fine.

« I can never thank you enough for all you've done for me. I know I'll never need your services again so, for me, this is good-bye.  You did everything I hoped you would and now, it's time for me to keep up my end of the bargain.  Hopefully, you won't mind if I stay in touch from time to time.  Who knows, I may even write a book about my experiences.  Don't worry...I'll change your name to something like Steven or Lucas...unless you want me to use your real name for publicity.  Tee hee! Stay the way you are.  You rock!

« Thank you for speaking with me over the weekend. This was a very nerve wrecking weekend for me. Thanks.

« Thank you for listening to me concerning what I said about how the cop’s report was wrong. Thank you for proving the cop's testimony did not match up with the offense charged. Finally, thank you for doing your best representing my interests and resolving my case in my favor. Thank you so much.

« Thanks for the good news. I appreciate your help and I'm happy that I can come back to the United States in a year without anything on my record.

« Dear Matthew Thornton, I sincerely appreciate your expertise and calm demeanor in helping with my case. I was scared to death and you made me feel better, I knew I was in good hands. I really appreciate the way you handled everything.

« That's a great result. Will be happy to refer you some clients, but hope to stay out of your office forever...Thanks for your help and advice.

« Matthew, I appreciate your representation and kindness.  I am glad that I had your knowledge and expertise at the courthouse this week.  I know that this will never happen again.  It is a humiliating experience that I never want to repeat.  I really appreciate how nice you were on the phone that evening of the event.  If I have any friends in this similar position, I will most definitely refer them to you.  Thank you so much again.

« Thank you for getting my case dismissed. I will become a U.S. citizen next year and now it won’t matter for immigration purposes. Thanks and best regards.

« Matthew, Thank you for your email with the results and final judgment with the case.  Thank you for representing my son in this matter.  I hope that he has grown through this process, and is now on his way to a future as a solid citizen and productive student and worker.  It certainly is comforting to know that he will not have a felony conviction, on his record, to deal with.

« Thank you for getting the case thrown out. I'll never forget that party-night in Minneapolis and I think in the future I will always remember this unbelievable story. With kind regards.

« Oh my God....that's FANTASTIC!!!  I thought I was going to be a felon....this is great, great news!!!  Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to tell my brother!!!

« Matthew, thanks very much for helping my sister out, and us. That was special.

« We just wanted to take a moment to thank you Mr. Thornton, for your work on our behalf.  My father did receive his Resident Alien Renewal Card the other day and everything should be going great.  Thanks again for your help.

« Thanks Matt.  I think a big win for us today.  I really appreciate your help.  It is much appreciated.

« I have I told you lately that you have saved my life? I can never thank you enough for what you have done for me, I've lost everything over this and I'm happy to see somewhat of a light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks again!!!

« Thank you for getting this over quickly with positive results. Thanks again for the outstanding job you did representing me.

« I appreciate all the hard work and understanding.  I want to thank you for everything you have done so far.  If there is anything else I can do to aid in the process, please let me know.  Life is slowly returning to normal.

« Thank you so much! Now, I have to really mind my P's and Q's.

« Thank you for winning my criminal case. I would definitely recommend you to anyone I know who would need a lawyer.

« Thanks again for taking my case and for everything you have done, Matthew.

« First of all, thank you in return for your help and service regarding this matter.  You have been very helpful and responsive, which has been greatly appreciated!

« Hi Matt, thanks again for all that you have done. Take care.

« Thank you so much, Matt.  You have been very helpful in this situation and both my husband and I are very grateful for all you have done to represent him in this case. Have a good week!!

« Matt-Thank you for all your help yesterday, I really appreciate it.  Thank you for your services.

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