Russell Thornton

Russell Thornton is a corporate counsel with extensive experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts, intellectual property portfolios, and regulatory compliance. Currently serving at James River Group since October 2021, Russell has developed contract management policies, advised on Environmental, Social, and Governance issues, and monitored data privacy regulations. Previous roles include senior corporate counsel at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, where complex commercial contracts were handled, and a graduate assistant position at North Carolina State University focusing on legal research and teaching. Russell's early legal experience includes work as a legal intern at Mast Law Firm and as an intern at the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor. Educational qualifications include a Juris Doctor from Campbell University, an MBA in Financial Management from North Carolina State University, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.