Lawyers Who Care host Andrew Samalin welcomes Natalie Thomas, attorney at The Legal Joint. Natalie’s work centers on family law and estate planning, with a strong commitment to improving access to justice for people who cannot typically afford full-representation legal services.

Natalie shares how growing up as the middle child of six daughters shaped her ability to advocate for herself—skills she later refined in criminal justice studies, pro bono work, and ultimately her own practice. She explains how her focus on family law deepened through hands-on experience and how estate planning naturally evolved from serving families who lacked critical documents and protections.

Natalie recounts a powerful story about helping a grandmother fight to keep her three grandchildren together after their mother—who survived domestic violence—tragically died from a brain aneurysm. Despite procedural barriers and limited resources, Natalie persisted, ultimately helping secure an agreement that kept the siblings connected and preserved the family bond.

Topics covered:

• Family law and estate planning for millennials and young families

• Access to justice through flat-fee, low-bono, and limited-scope services

• Advocating for families in crisis and complex custody situations

• How estate planning complements family law representation

• Why every family deserves competent legal support, regardless of income

Connect with Natalie Thomas:

Phone: (216) 202-4086

Website: tljlawfirm.com

Instagram: @thelegaljoint