About

Focused on the Human Side of Law.

25+ Years

LEGAL PRACTICE

Focused on the Human Side of Law.

I am Paula Dawn Thornton, a solo practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find their clear path forward. I believe that every visa and petition represents a person’s future and a family’s unity.

Unlike large firms where you might only speak with assistants, at my practice, you work directly with me. I ensure you understand every step, document, and deadline.

Education

Juris Doctor with focus on International & Immigration Law

Bar Admission

Licensed & authorized to represent clients in Federal Immigration matters nationwide.

Paula D. Thornton Bio

Paula D. Thornton is a practicing Immigration Attorney. State licensed and admitted to practice in Michigan since 1995 and Federally licensed since 1997. She has over 25 years of Immigration experience in family immigration, business immigration, asylum and humanitarian visas including VAWA petitions and U Visas.

From New Zealand to Columbia and from Africa and Italy and throughout the United States, she has successfully represented thousands of Immigration clients. Since 1999 she has focused only on Immigration Law.

Michigan educated at Wayne State University, she has also been educated at the London Law Program in London, UK, a program abroad sponsored by the Detroit College of Law, now affiliated with Michigan State University.

She has lived in Michigan, Mexico, Colorado and England, and she now resides and practices Immigration Law in Ormond Beach, FL.

Paula D. Thornton Bio