Long ago, I believe it was Shakespeare that said: "The first thing we do, let's kill all the lawyers."   While some may still agree with this sentiment, there is no doubt that the perils of today's criminal justice system require the services of a competent lawyer that You can trust.   With this reality in mind, the lawyer You choose as Your advocate may be as critical as the facts and evidence in Your case.   Competence is often measured by many factors, including intelligence, experience and common sense.   Attorney Matthew L. Thornton possesses these qualities, which benefits the firm's clients.  

-Graduated from College with High Distinction (Top 10%) with a B.S. in Criminal Justice in only 3 1/2 years.  All American Scholar.

-College and practical training in criminal procedure, criminal law and police tactics.

-Prior employment with police department. 

-One of the youngest law school students in his class.

-Previously a Certified Student Attorney in the Minnesota State Public Defender's Office representing clients in court.

-Worked as a law clerk during law school for a private firm.

-Graduated Cum Laude (Top 20%) from law school.

-Instructor in the legal department of local college.

Today, Matthew L. Thornton continues to use his past experiences and achievements to the advantage of his clients.  Specifically, Matthew L. Thornton focuses on defending and asserting the rights of each and everyone of his clients.   He represents clients charged with both federal and state crimes in Minnesota, including DWI's. He abides by the firm's philosophy, which is to treat each client as if they were the firm's only client.  Would you like to discuss your matter with Attorney Thornton? Do YOU:

     Need a Minnesota DWI Attorney?

     Need a Minnesota DUI Attorney?

     Need a Minnesota DWI Lawyer?

     Need a Minnesota DUI Lawyer?

     Need a Minnesota Criminal Attorney?

     Need a Minnesota Criminal Lawyer?

You can reach him directly at (651) 699-2007. 

*Note: Our firm handles cases all over the State of Minnesota (i.e., all state courts and the Federal District Court in Minnesota), including, but not limited to the following counties in the 10 Judicial Districts in Minnesota:

     Hennepin County      (Need a Hennepin County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Ramsey County          (Need a Ramsey County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Dakota County            (Need a Dakota County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Washington County  (Need a Washington County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Anoka County             (Need a Anoka County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Chisago County          (Need a Chisago County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Carver County             (Need a Carver County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     McLeod County          (Need a McLeod County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Scott County                (Need a Scott County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Goodhue County        (Need a Goodhue County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Stearns County           (Need a Stearns County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Nicollet County           (Need a Nicollet County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Wright County            (Need a Wright County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

     Sherburne County     (Need a Ramsey County DWI/Criminal Attorney?)

*Note:  Our firm handles a variety of legal matters.  In addition, we provide client referrals to competent attorneys for matters that we do not handle.