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Alden chairs the firm’s Employment and Education Law Departments. She assists employees and employers with wage and hour disputes, harassment and discrimination claims, restrictive covenant disputes, whistleblower claims, and federal and state compliance issues. In her education practice, she assists students and educators with residency, tuition, disability accommodation, discrimination and retaliation, disciplinary matters, and tenure and promotion disputes. Alden has substantial experience representing clients in state and federal court, private arbitration, mediation, and in administrative proceedings. Her wide array of experience affords her unique insight into how to best protect her clients’ interests.
Alden has been recognized as a Southwest Super Lawyer Rising Star, Best Lawyers One to Watch, and Phoenix Magazine Top Attorney. Before entering private practice, she clerked for the Honorable Patricia Orozco (Ret.) at the Arizona Court of Appeals.
Alden enjoys giving back to her community and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Audrey’s Angels and volunteers for the Times Up Legal Defense Fund. She has also coached multiple undergraduate and law school moot court teams. In 2017, the ASU Law Moot Court Board named her the Coach of the Year after her Representation in Mediation team placed third at the ABA’s national competition. Alden won the national championship as a competitor in law school.
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State: Arizona
Acquired: 2015
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3200 N Central Ave Fl 20, Phoenix, AZ, 85012-2403
jaburgwilk.com/our-people/alden-a-thomas1850 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1200, Phoenix, AZ, 85004
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Posted by Joe | September 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I retained Alden for a matter concerning my residency reclassification at the university I attend in Arizona. I have lived in Arizona for a number of years and have made it my permanent home but I was still paying out-of-state tuition at my university. I was referred to Alden because of her excellent...
Posted by Lori | July 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Alden was extremely knowledgeable and professional throughout the entire legal process. She was a great advocate and gave excellent legal advice. I highly recommend her for any employment issues as she is an expert in this field.
Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I appreciate Alden. She was very professional with my case. My case had to prove innocence before the PPAC committee of the Arizona Board of Education. This committee recommends re-certification or termination of an educators credentials/certifications to the State Board. Throughout the process A...
Posted by Jack | September 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Alden Thomas proved to be the right expert, at the right time, in our moment of need. As a group of employed health care workers, it was tough to navigate through a sea of misguidance that had previously befallen us. Alden was able to provide clarity, helping our colleagues proceed with a case ...
Posted by Thomas | September 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding representation, prompt to answer questions and clearly vested in what was best for us her clients. Guided the process very well and managed the Mediation in a very professional manner. Very calmed demeanor and clearly a very intelligent and balanced person. Great communication skills. C...
"Alden is an intelligent, hard-working, and thoughtful advocate for her clients. I've known Alden for many years, and I do not hesitate to recommend her for labor and employment related issues because I know that she will be an assertive advocate, yet also a compassionate and practical problem-solver. The caliber of Alden's work is reflected in the many accolades she has received, the reputation she has in the legal community, and the thorough guidance she provides to her clients."
"Alden is a very bright and hard-working young attorney. Her input and analysis regarding complex coverage issues is invaluable."
"Alden is a great lawyer. She is thoughtful, dedicated and willing to put in the time to achieve her clients' goals."
"Alden and I met in law school, and we have stayed close over the years. I often send her employment law referrals because of her skill and her hard work. Alden works tirelessly for her clients, she is always prepared, and she has a natural bedside manner that makes her clients feel comfortable. Most importantly, Alden is passionate about the work she does, and she does not stop fighting until justice has been done. I strongly recommend Alden."
"I am fortunate to work with Alden as her analysis and experience are impressive. She is also compassionate and understands how to best help clients."
"Alden is smart, diligent, and compassionate. As an attorney, she cares about her clients and strives to get the best results for their cases. I highly recommend Alden."
"Alden is diligent, proactive, and a rising star in her field. She has extensive experience with the courts which serves her clients well. I would not hesitate to recommend her for employment and labor issues."
"Alden is an excellent young attorney. She is whip-smart, hard-working, wise beyond her years, and always takes the time to get to know and "walk in the shoes" of her clients."
"Alden and I worked on a case together, and she was impressive: intelligent, knowledgeable, and responsible. She is also very personable, which helped foster a great working relationship. Alden is a great attorney."
"Ms. Thomas is a skilled and astute attorney who is committed to obtaining the best possible result for her clients."
"Alden is an excellent attorney. She is smart, practical, creative, and thoughtful. Any client would be lucky to have her in their corner."
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2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Coach the Year, Arizona State Moot Court Board
2016
Graduate, Ladder Down
2014
National Champion - Representation in Mediation Competition, American Bar Association
2013
CALI Award, Lodestar Mediation Clinic
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Rising Star, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, Super Lawyers
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Ones to Watch, 2023, Best Lawyers in America
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Client Champion Gold, 2021, 2022,2023, Martindale-Hubbell®
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Client Champion Silver, 2020, Martindale-Hubbell®
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Top Lawyer, Education, Labor & Employment, 2022, Phoenix Magazine
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Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2018 - Present
Partner, Jaburg Wilk
1900 - Present
Partner, Jaburg Wilk
2015 - 2018
Associate, Meagher & Geer, PLLP
2014 - 2015
Judicial Law Clerk, Arizona Court Of Appeals Division I
2021 - Present
State Bar of Arizona, Employment and Labor Law SecConvention Committee
2019 - Present
Arizona Employment Lawyers AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Legal Network for Gender EquityMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
2014 - Present
Arizona Women Lawyers AssociationMember
Obtained dismissal of all claims filed against client in federal court.
Obtained full dismissal of all claims against client.
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JD - Juris Doctor
2010
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The Role of Insurance in Employment Litigation
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2019
Does Severance Pay Constitute "Wages" for Purposes of Trebling Damages?
2019
Can Employers Be Held Vicariously Liable for Sexual Assault under Title VII?
2018
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