J. Thurston

Joedy Thurston, Esq. (Founder and Attorney)Joedy Thurston has been a strong advocate for her clients since she began practicing law in 2012. She believes that every case deserves her personal attention, whether it is big or small. As a member of her community, she has served on boards, and volunteered at legal clinics and community events in general. She brings the same level of compassion and drive to her practice as well. She takes pride in hard work, in great work, and in paying attention to details. Joedy is a native speaker of English, Mandarin Chinese, and Cantonese Chinese. In her spare time, Joedy enjoys cooking up a storm, reading, and spending time playing with her children. Education University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law - Juris Doctorate (J. D.)University of Arizona, College of Science - Masters of Arts (M. A.) - Chemistry Cornell University, College of Arts and Sciences - Bachelors of Arts (B. A.) - Chemistry Bar Admissions State of Texas, 2020 State of Arizona, 2012 (inactive beginning 2021)Areas of Practice Child Support Child Custody & Visitation Divorce Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements Modification of Child Support and Child Custody Paternity Other Aspects of Family Law Community Involvement J. Reuben Clark Law Society - Women in the Law, Mentorship Program Director (2016-2017) Asian American Bar Association of Arizona, Board Committee Member (2015-2017)University of Arizona Law Student Legal Referral Clinic, Director (2010-2011)Professional Achievements2022 ACP Metro Con Symposium Speaker - Assets and the Marital Estate: Exploring Useful Tips and Common Pitfalls (Power Point Presentation)2021 ACP Metro Con Symposium Speaker - Common Issues in Divorce (Power Point Presentation)Managing Editor - Arizona Journal of Environmental Law and Policy (2010 - 2011)Law College Association Achievement Award Winner - 2011