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James William Thornton - Iowa Attorney in Ames, Story County, Iowa | RateIowaLawyers.com
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James William Thornton

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  • Aaron David BernardIowa licensed · Ames, Story County

Also known as: James Thornton, Jim Thornton, Jimmy Thornton, J. Thornton, and J Thornton

Thornton & Coy, PLLC

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Phone: (515) 233-2052

Address: 218 S.E. 16TH ST., SUITE 101

Location: Ames, Iowa · Story County

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    Court · 19-02442

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    • License status: Active

      Iowa Office of Professional Regulation · verified Jun 17, 2026

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    1. FirmAug 1, 2026

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    2. AddressAug 1, 2026

      —→218 S.E. 16TH ST., SUITE 101

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    3. Zip CodeAug 1, 2026

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