John answered his phone on a Sunday afternoon and immediately spent the time to evaluate the situation, and in doing so revealed a deep understanding of the subject matter. Very helpful and appreciated.

John has been awesome ,
I can't say enough

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Long time using Yelp but first time posting. John was too awesome and I couldn't hold back ones the keys started flying.

Wow, where do I begin! Outstanding experience working with Mr. Thornton from the very first complementary consultation regarding a very sensitive and potentially life altering Felony Strike Case, to consistent empathetic communication, expertise and extensive experience working Criminal/DUI defense in Santa Cruz County.

Not only does he have an immense professional network of working relationships with the various local District Attorneys, Judges and Probation Department, John puts his clients best interest first at all costs. He isn't going to recommend any course of action that would not serve the utmost success of his diverse clientele. Even if it only comes down to coaching you on how to apply to see if you qualify for Public Defender representation, Mr. Thornton goes out of his way to ensure to the best of his abilities [and we're talking well over 30+ years of experience working exclusively in the Santa Cruz County Superior Court system] that his clients come out on top.

If you or a loved one need representation from one of the most skilled Attorney's in 831, look no further, because with Mr. Thornton you are in the best of hands. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU, John, can't say it enough!!!

John is essentially a super-hero, if you ask me. Wow, where do I begin! Outstanding experience working with Mr. Thornton from the very first complementary consultation regarding a very sensitive and potentially life altering Felony Strike Case, to consistent empathetic communication, expertise and extensive experience working Criminal/DUI defense in Santa Cruz County. Not only does he have an immense professional network of working relationships with the various local District Attorneys, Judges and Probation Department, John puts his clients best interest first at all costs. He isn't going to recommend any course of action that would not serve the utmost success of his diverse clientele. Even if it only comes down to coaching you on how to apply to see if you qualify for Public Defender representation, Mr. Thornton goes out of his way to ensure to the best of his abilities [and we're talking well over 30+ years of experience working exclusively in the Santa Cruz County Superior Court system] that his clients come out on top. If you or a loved one need representation from one of the most skilled Attorney's in 831, look no further, because with Mr. Thornton you are in the best of hands. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU, John, can't say it enough!!!

John was referred and highly recommended to me by a local attorney. I hired John to represent me in a DUI case, which had non negotiable issues. John was still able to establish an outcome in my favor that I couldn't imagine possible, and I will forever be grateful. John is professional, skillful, kind, and always available for communication. I truly am blessed to have John represent me, and as a result of his expertise and diligence, I can breathe easy. I will refer John to anyone that needs a DUI or defense attorney, there is no need to look further.

Hiring John was easily one of the best decisions of my life. From the First phone call to the settlement of my case, my experience with John was first-rate. John is personable and communicates to you like a fellow human being. His attention to detail is admirable. My case had a lot of different scenarios and ways it could play out... John utilized every possible angle he could to meet my goals with the case. John is a true professional. John Thorntons Experience, Attention to detail, Communication, personality, and timeliness was a beautiful thing to witness. I couldn't have dreamed of a better attorney to be on my side through this tough experience in my life. I Cannot Recommend John Thornton any higher!!!

Mr. Thornton is highly responsive and clear-minded and he provides excellent up-to-date explanations. During our brief consultation he was very knowledgeable and kind. We were referred unanimously to him by Bay Area attorneys and we are confident that he will provide expert, strong advocacy.

John was very helpful and helped me out quickly without question. He made the appropriate phone calls needed to resolve the situation and got it all figured out. Overall I would give him a ten out of ten.

John was very conscientious and generous with his time. My case was rather minor, but he gave me his undivided attention despite his busy schedule. In fact, he helped me figure out a problem in my case that saved me $1500 when he easily could have charged me to do the case himself. If I were facing more serious charges I would absolutely trust him with my defense.

John is amazingly responsive - he got back to me quickly even though he was vacationing in Mexico. He advised me regarding a juvenile misdemeanor and everything he predicted happened, which to me means that he knows his business very well! After every conversation I was left feeling informed and (to the extent possible) relaxed about what was going on and what to do next.

I consulted with Mr. Thornton about my case, and he was incredibly generous with his time and offered free legal advice multiple times via emails and phone calls even before getting hired or paid. His advice was incredibly helpful too. He is caring, compassionate, intelligent, and knew all the workings of the legal system. I would highly recommend Mr. John Thornton!

Getting a DUI is one of the worst experiences you'll ever have in life. John Thornton will help you get through it. He will do his best to explain the process, make sure you know what you need to do, and make it as painless as possible. John is very kind and non-judgmental, and worth every penny.

Seems very genuine and understanding. It's nice being able to speak with a lawyer who just wants to help

The Best!!!!!!

I hired John after I was charged with a DUI for which I was facing criminal penalties and a loss of driving privilege that would have had a severe impact on both my personal and professional life. I knew that I had not actually committed any crime, but that proving so was going to be an uphill battle. John diligently gathered and documented evidence, including the acquisition of security camera footage, which ultimately convinced the county not pursue a case against me. In addition to the initial DUI charge, I had also refused to take the field breathalyzer, which can result in an automatic 1 year license suspension. This was an even harder battle to win and actually ended up going to a hearing with the DMV. Once again John expertly presented evidence, gave excellent counsel as to my own testimony, and made well conceived opening/closing statements that convinced the hearing officer to set aside the suspension of my license. Over a year after the initial incident my record and driving privilege was left unscathed and I couldn't be happier with John's work. I always had the sense that he wanted to win and he did. Money well spent!

John really took the time to review my case and get me the best outcome. With Covid going on, we did all our communication via email and phone and he was always available to discuss my case and give me the legal advice I needed. He went above and beyond in settling my case and I highly recommend him.

John handled my case incredibly tactfully and managed to secure a great result! He is well connected and experienced in navigating the court system in Santa Cruz, and is a very easy to communicate with (very quick response time). Most of all, he genuinely cares about his clients wellbeing and the end result in the case, and is relatable, empathetic, and kind.