Amanda Raye Thornton
Google Rating
4.8(100 reviews)
- 4117 Gallatin Pike #101 Nashville, TN 37216
- +1-615-470-2222
- No email available
About:
Amanda Raye Thornton earned a B.S. from Western Kentucky University in 2003, a J.D. from Nashville School of law in 2007 and was licensed to practice law in Tennessee in October, 2007. Ms. Thornton was admitted to practice in the Federal District Court of Tennessee- Middle District in 2009. While in law school, Ms. Thornton clerked for Roberts & Associates. After graduating and passing the bar exam, Ms. Thornton joined the office of Roberts & Associates as an associate attorney focusing primarily on family law related issues. In 2013, Ms. Thornton practices at the office of Roberts, Thornton & Pence, an association of attorneys where she continues to focus on matters involving family law including divorce, custody, child support, paternity, visitation and so on. She handles cases in circuit, chancery, juvenile and general session courts throughout Middle Tennessee and has handled several appellate cases in the Court of Appeals. While Ms. Thornton is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and two yorkies.
Jurisdiction:Tennessee, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Practice Area
Juvenile/Dependency
Advocates in CPS cases to separate perpetrator from protective parent, ensure safe visitation, reasonable services, and trauma-informed findings without punishing the survivor.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Awards
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
Associations
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Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
Alayna Moore
"Amanda and her office handled my case with care! She is so knowledgeable and honest about options and has never steered us wrong."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
AWC Vet
"The Southern Legal Storm You Want in Your Corner - If you're looking for a divorce lawyer who will coddle you with half-truths and sugarcoat the situation—keep scrolling. But if you want someone fierce, compassionate, and so honest she could make a preacher sweat, this is your woman. She’s been by my side through every legal battle—from the heartbreak of divorce to the even harder fight for my child. And let me tell you, she doesn't come into court to play. She comes in like a Southern thunderstorm in heels, armed with the law, a plan, and the kind of glare that makes opposing counsel question their life choices. She will tell you like it is, and if you’re smart, you’ll listen. She doesn’t waste time on drama, but she’ll fight for you with everything she’s got—truth, fire, and a whole lot of compassion. She's got a heart big enough to understand what you're going through and a backbone strong enough to carry you through it. So no, she’s not a pushover. She’s the steel magnolia of family law: sweet tea in one hand, legal briefs in the other, and absolutely zero patience for nonsense. Want results? Want the truth? Want to feel like someone actually gives a damn and knows how to win? You just found her."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
Christie Gibson
"Amanda is the best lawyer ever."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
Chaz Miller
"She was wonderful in my consultation and handled everything in a very professional manner."
RATED 5.0
Mar 10, 2025via Google
Debra Gindorf
"Every Person in This Business Personally Has You In Their Heart. They are not pushy and do everything they can to help and make you happy. The only thing you need to know is to be very patient it is extremely important. A lesson I had to learn…is patience throughout the process. They truly do work hard for you and not for themselves! Best Wishes To Everyone!"
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