Joni Thome
Joni has been representing employees wronged by employers for over 30 years.
Joni champions the rights of employees in cases involving wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower issues, fueled by a passion for giving a voice to the oppressed within the workplace. As an exceptional advocate for her clients is Joni consistently demonstrates her ability to truly understand her clients unique situations through authentic listening. Joni takes the time to truly understand each client’s unique situation and objectives, crafting personalized legal strategies that align with their specific goals, enabling her to advocate for them in the most impactful and effective manner possible.
Her work as an attorney has included groundbreaking wins, that have protected the rights of marginalized communities in the workplace. However, Joni finds that her greatest reward in practicing employment law comes from empowering clients. Helping them stand up for themselves and their rights in the workplace sometimes for the very for the very first time, witnessing them emerge from the legal process feeling emboldened, validated, and with a renewed sense of their own worth.
Joni’s advocacy extends beyond the court room. She has served on boards or worked otherwise as a volunteer for several organizations over the years including Gender Justice, The National Lesbian and Gay Law Association, OutFront MN, Minnesota Aids Project, Cancer Legal Care, Seward Childcare Center and the MN Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association.
Joni is committed to providing the skilled legal representation you need. If you are facing workplace inequity, discrimination, or unfair treatment, contact Joni today for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and learn how she can help you navigate your employment challenges with confidence and clarity.
- Hamline University School of Law
- J.D.
- University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
- B.A.
- Who Will Work Remotely, How Often, and Who Decides (Chapter 5)
- Upper Midwest Employment Law Institute Handbook
- Certified Employment Law Specialist
- MN State Bar Association
- Top 50 Minnesota Women
- Super Lawyers
- 2012-2024
- Top 100 Minnesota
- Super Lawyers
- 2014-2024
- Super Lawyers, Employment Litigation: Plaintiff
- Super Lawyers
- 2002-2004, 2006-2024
- Best Lawyers in America, Litigation – Labor & Employment
- Best Lawyers in America
- 2018-2024
- Certified Employment Law Specialist
- MSBA
- since 2010
- State Bar of Minnesota
- Member
- Current
- Minnesota Women Lawyers
- Member
- Current
- Federal Bar Association, Minnesota Chapter
- Member
- Current
- Hennepin County Bar Association
- Member
- Current
- Cancer Legal Care
- Attorney Referral Program Volunteer
- Current
- Minnesota
- Minnesota Supreme Court
- 8th Circuit
- Free Consultation
- Employment Law
- Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
- Website
- Wanta Thome PLC