Meet Our New Associate Attorney: Jurie Joyner Joins The Law Office of Casey Tuggle

My journey in the legal field began after graduating from Mercer Law School, when I had the privilege of clerking for the Honorable Judge Donald W. Gillis in the Eighth Judicial Circuit. This experience exposed me to various areas of law, but it was family law that resonated most deeply with my personal values, particularly my emphasis on relationships and human connections.

The decision to pursue a legal career was rooted in my desire to help others and advocate for those in need. Following my clerkship, I returned to Atlanta and spent four years practicing insurance defense, focusing on workers' compensation, auto, and premises liability cases. While this experience was valuable, I found myself drawn to a more client-facing role that would allow me to make a direct impact in the lives of others.

Reflecting on my time clerking for Judge Gillis, I recalled how profoundly I cared about family law matters. Personal experiences only deepened that interest, such as my mother's journey of being adopted by her aunt and uncle in the Philippines, which ultimately allowed her to immigrate to the United States. This, along with witnessing the challenges faced by family and friends navigating divorce and custody proceedings, reinforced my understanding of how critical and prevalent these issues are in people's lives. 

I firmly believe in the importance of progress and recognize that while separation is never easy, it is sometimes necessary for individuals and families to move forward. My empathetic nature, coupled with a competitive spirit honed through years of playing collegiate softball, provides a unique balance in my approach to family law cases. This combination allows me to be both compassionate and assertive, offering emotional support while fiercely advocating for my clients' best interests. 

I am thrilled to join CT Law and look forward to assisting clients as they navigate these challenging times, offering support and advocacy as they work towards resolution and a positive future.