Christopher J. Thornton

Christopher J. Thornton brings over 35 years of transactional legal experience in residential and commercial real estate. His practice includes advising on bank lending, asset disposition, and complex title issues. He represents a wide range of clients, including developers, law firms, brokers, and government agencies in high-stakes real estate matters.

Christopher earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Memphis School of Law in 1987, where he was a Memphis and Shelby County Bar Auxiliary Scholar. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, with a minor in Biology, from the University of Memphis, completed in 1984.

Throughout his career, Christopher has served prominent clients including Fannie Mae, the Small Business Administration, the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Resolution Trust Corporation. His work has helped ensure compliance with CFPB and ALTA Best Practices, making him a key legal partner in regulated real estate transactions.

Christopher frequently provides consultation to lenders and law firms on complex title matters and has served as an expert witness in litigation involving foreclosures and real estate disputes. His experience includes working with REO asset managers, relocation companies, and secondary market entities on asset recovery and disposition strategies.

In addition to his extensive legal practice, Christopher has contributed meaningfully to the legal and professional community through public service and education. From 1991 to 1996, he served as both prosecutor and municipal judge for the City of Germantown, Tennessee. He has also instructed real estate law seminars for Tennessee Continuing Legal Education and taught broker courses for the Memphis Area Association of Realtors.

Christopher J. Thornton’s core practice reflects a deep commitment to excellence in real estate law, title resolution, and lending compliance. His trusted counsel continues to support both institutional and individual clients as they navigate complex real estate landscapes.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Christopher J. Thornton, P.C.
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

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