Atty. John Wallace Thurston

Atty. John Wallace Thurston

Mr. John Wallace Thurston is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal, drug crimes and 13 other areas of law.

Manhattan Manhattan 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About John Wallace Thurston at a glance

John Wallace Thurston is a Member based in Manhattan, Kansas. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas (2000) and Kansas (2001). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1997). Active member of Riley County and Kansas Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Manhattan, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Wallace Thurston is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal, drug crimes and 13 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • John practices in Manhattan, KS

Practice Areas Explained

John Wallace Thurston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Wallace Thurston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Drug Crimes

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Manhattan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Wallace Thurston

Where is John Wallace Thurston's law office located?
John Wallace Thurston's law practice is located in Manhattan, Kansas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Wallace Thurston handle?
John Wallace Thurston focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John Wallace Thurston practiced law?
John Wallace Thurston has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did John Wallace Thurston go to law school?
John Wallace Thurston earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact John Wallace Thurston for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 2000
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 2000
Kansas
Admitted: 2001

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