Emil Eugene Thornton III, Business Attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Health Care
Shareholder
Memphis, TN
Practicing business in Memphis since 2002.
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- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Emil Eugene Thornton III is a shareholder based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Health Care. Emil has over 24 years of legal experience.
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- Memphis, TN
- Experience
- over 24 years
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- Business · Health Care
- Handles Business and Health Care matters from Memphis, TN.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Emil Eugene Thornton III: Emil Eugene Thornton III is a shareholder based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Health Care. Emil has over 24 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Emil takes on
Emil concentrates on business and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emil handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Emil takes business matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emil agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Memphis, Tennessee
Emil takes health care matters in Memphis, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emil agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Emil Eugene Thornton III — business lawyer in Memphis
Emil Eugene Thornton III is a shareholder based in Memphis, TN. The practice focuses on Business and Health Care. Emil has over 24 years of legal experience.
Emil Eugene Thornton III is a lawyer practicing banking law, corporate law, health & hospital law and 2 other areas of law. Emil received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years. Emil practices at Evans Petree PC in Memphis, TN.
Emil's approach to business cases
Emil Eugene Thornton III is a lawyer practicing banking law, corporate law, health & hospital law and 2 other areas of law. Emil received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1993, and has been licensed for 24 years. Emil practices at Evans Petree PC in Memphis, TN.
Clients Emil works with
Emil reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and health care matters in Memphis and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Mississippi
J.D. · 2002
Yale University
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Emil's state bar admissions
Mississippi
2003 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
2002 · ACTIVE
Emil studied at J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Emil completed J.D. in University of Mississippi and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emil runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Emil's professional memberships and bar associations
Tennessee, Mississippi and Memphis Bar Associations American Health Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Emil Eugene Thornton III's office in Memphis
Emil's primary office is at 1715 Aaron Brenner Dr., Ste. 800, Memphis, TN, 38120. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Emil Eugene Thornton III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emil usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Emil charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emil's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Emil will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Memphis, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Emil
Emil discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Emil confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Emil's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Emil Eugene Thornton III
How much does it cost to hire Emil for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emil walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Emil offer a free consultation?
Emil charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emil's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Emil's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Emil gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Emil take my case if I'm outside Memphis?
Emil is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Emil will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Emil?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Emil will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Emil accepting new business clients right now?
Emil's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Memphis, Nashville and Knoxville in Tennessee
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