M. Joe Crosthwait

M. Joe Crosthwait, Jr. is a highly respected Oklahoma attorney and the President of The Crosthwait Law Firm A Professional Corporation. He has spent decades serving individuals, families, and businesses with clear legal guidance and dependable representation. His practice focuses on estate planning, probate administration, family law, personal injury, and related matters. Known for strong ethics and precise legal work, he is widely recognized by courts, peers, and professional organizations for maintaining the highest standards of the legal profession.

Joe completed his legal education with a J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 1974. He earned his B.A. from the University of Oklahoma, studying Political Science and Economics. He also completed undergraduate coursework at Westminster College. In addition to his law degrees, he became a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) in 1993, allowing him to combine legal knowledge with financial planning insight when advising clients on long-term legal and estate matters.

Joe began his legal career in 1974 after being admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association and opening his solo practice in Midwest City. Early in his career, he demonstrated leadership by establishing the Legal Assistant Program at Rose State College. He later served in judicial roles, including as Assistant Municipal Judge for Midwest City and as a Judge on the Oklahoma State Temporary Court of Civil Appeals.

Joe has helped clients protect assets, resolve family disputes, administer estates, and navigate complex probate matters with clarity and care throughout his career. His background in financial planning allows him to deliver practical solutions that align legal strategy with client goals. He has also contributed extensively to legal education, teaching continuing legal education courses at both state and national levels.

M. Joe Crosthwait provides services, including leadership roles, with the Oklahoma Bar Association, the American Bar Association, and the National Conference of Bar Presidents. Recognized with honors, including the AV Preeminent rating and Super Lawyer designation, he remains committed to providing trusted legal services focused on client needs and long-term stability.

Law Office Affiliations

• President, The Crosthwait Law Firm
• President, Oklahoma Bar Association (2000)
• Fellow, Oklahoma Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
• Founding Member, American Bar Association’s Computer Committee
• Fellow, American Bar Foundation
• Fellow, Oklahoma Bar Foundation
• President, Vice-President, Oklahoma County Bar Association (1994-1995) (1992-1993)

Licensed State

• Oklahoma

Education

• Oklahoma City University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oklahoma
  BA in Political Science & Economics

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