Atty. Joseph William Crosthwait

Atty. Joseph William Crosthwait

Joseph William Crosthwait is a lawyer practicing automobile accidents and injuries, civil practice, injury and other types of torts (wrongs) and 6 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1982, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Joplin Joplin 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph William Crosthwait at a glance

Joseph William Crosthwait is a Member based in Joplin, Missouri. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1993). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D., 1985) and University of Missouri at Kansas City (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Jasper County Bar Association The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Joplin, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph William Crosthwait is a lawyer practicing automobile accidents and injuries, civil practice, injury and other types of torts (wrongs) and 6 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri at Kansas City in 1982, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Joseph practices in Joplin, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph William Crosthwait's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph William Crosthwait handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph William Crosthwait is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Joseph William Crosthwait is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph William Crosthwait is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Missouri →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Joseph William Crosthwait is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Joseph William Crosthwait is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Joplin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph William Crosthwait

Where is Joseph William Crosthwait's law office located?
Joseph William Crosthwait's law practice is located in Joplin, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph William Crosthwait handle?
Joseph William Crosthwait focuses on car accidents, personal injury, workers comp, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Joseph William Crosthwait practiced law?
Joseph William Crosthwait has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joseph William Crosthwait go to law school?
Joseph William Crosthwait earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Joseph William Crosthwait for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph William Crosthwait received?
Joseph William Crosthwait's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1985
B.A.
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1982

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1993

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