Atty. Joni M. Thome
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.
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Joni M. Thome is a employment and litigation attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Wanta Thome. Educated at Hamline University (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- 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 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
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joni M. Thome handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Joni M. Thome is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Minnesota →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Joni M. Thome is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Minnesota
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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