
Herbert Thornbury, Personal Injury Attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp · 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
AttorneyatHerbert Thornbury Attorney At Law
Chattanooga, TN
Practicing personal injury in Chattanooga since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Herbert Thornbury is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Herbert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Herbert Thornbury Attorney At Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Chattanooga, TN
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · SSD · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp matters from Chattanooga, TN.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Herbert Thornbury: Herbert Thornbury is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Herbert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Herbert Thornbury Attorney At Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Herbert Thornbury
Herbert concentrates on personal injury, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Herbert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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Personal Injury cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Herbert takes personal injury matters in Chattanooga, 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 Herbert agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Herbert takes ssd matters in Chattanooga, 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 Herbert agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Chattanooga, Tennessee
Herbert takes workers comp matters in Chattanooga, 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 Herbert agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Herbert Thornbury — Over 53 years of Tennessee personal injury experience
Herbert Thornbury is an attorney based in Chattanooga, TN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Herbert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Herbert Thornbury Attorney At Law. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Phi Delta Phi. Lecturer in Business Law: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 1975-1978; American Institute of Banking, 1978-1979. Municipal Judge, Town of Walden, Tennessee, 1990-2014. Appointed by Tennessee Supreme Court to serve as a Hearing Committee Member, Board of Professional Responsibility, 1996-2002.
Working with Herbert on a personal injury matter
Phi Delta Phi. Lecturer in Business Law: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, 1975-1978; American Institute of Banking, 1978-1979. Municipal Judge, Town of Walden, Tennessee, 1990-2014. Appointed by Tennessee Supreme Court to serve as a Hearing Committee Member, Board of Professional Responsibility, 1996-2002.
Clients Herbert works with
Herbert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, ssd, and workers comp matters in Chattanooga and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Herbert Thornbury's legal education and bar admissions
University of Tennessee
J.D. · 1973
University of Chattanooga
A.B. · 1968
Jurisdictions
Herbert's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1973 · ACTIVE
Herbert studied at J.D. in University of Tennessee and A.B. in University of Chattanooga.
Law school and academic background
Herbert completed J.D. in University of Tennessee and A.B. in University of Chattanooga. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Herbert runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Herbert Thornbury
Herbert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Herbert Thornbury's office in Chattanooga
Herbert's primary office is at 701 Cherokee Boulevard Suite 200, Chattanooga, TN, 37405-3339. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Herbert Thornbury Attorney At Law
701 Cherokee Boulevard Suite 200
Chattanooga, TN 37405-3339
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Client reviews of Herbert Thornbury — 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Herbert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Chattanooga.
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How to hire Herbert Thornbury — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Herbert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Herbert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Herbert'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; Herbert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Chattanooga, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Herbert
Herbert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Herbert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Herbert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Herbert Thornbury
How much does it cost to hire Herbert for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Herbert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Herbert offer a free consultation?
Herbert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Herbert's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Herbert's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Herbert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Herbert take my case if I'm outside Chattanooga?
Herbert 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 — Herbert 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 Herbert?
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. Herbert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Herbert accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Herbert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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Herbert handles personal injury matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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