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Rosemarie A. Thurston, Securities Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, GA

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Rosemarie A. Thurston is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Securities.

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Atlanta, GEORGIA
Experience
attorney
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Securities
  • Handles Securities matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026).

About Rosemarie A. Thurston: Rosemarie A. Thurston is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Securities.

Areas of practice

Rosemarie's practice areas in Atlanta

Rosemarie concentrates on securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rosemarie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Securities cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Rosemarie takes securities matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rosemarie agrees to represent you.

Biography

Rosemarie A. Thurston, securities attorney serving Atlanta

Rosemarie A. Thurston is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on Securities. Rosemarie works from Atlanta, Georgia and takes on securities matters across the region.

Rosemarie Thurston is a partner with the Financial Services & Products Group and leads Alston & Bird’s REITs & Real Estate Funds Team. Rosemarie also serves on the firm’s Management Committee. Rosemarie represents real estate companies, underwriters, real estate funds, and investment management firms in public securities offerings, private placements, mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, joint ventures, and ongoing securities law compliance. Rosemarie regularly advises executive officers, boards of directors, and board committees on corporate governance matters, including compliance with New York Stock Exchange rules and general best practices for reporting companies. She also counsels broker-dealers on compliance with applicable regulations of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in connection with the distribution of securities.

Rosemarie is a frequent speaker at national conferences on legal issues relevant to the REIT and alternative investment fund industry. She is regularly recognized in the REITs category by Chambers USA and Chambers Global. She has been awarded Martindale-Hubbell®’s ranking of AV Preeminent®, its highest peer rating standard. She is the recipient of the 2016 “Outstanding Service Award” from the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives. Rosemarie was also named a “2019 Legal Counsel of the Year” in commercial real estate by the Real Estate Forum and GlobeSt.com as part of the annual “Women of Influence” series and named to Connect Media's 2019 "Women in Real Estate" for the Atlanta/Southeast region.

Working with Rosemarie on a securities matter

Rosemarie Thurston is a partner with the Financial Services & Products Group and leads Alston & Bird’s REITs & Real Estate Funds Team. Rosemarie also serves on the firm’s Management Committee. Rosemarie represents real estate companies, underwriters, real estate funds, and investment management firms in public securities offerings, private placements, mergers and acquisitions, private equity…

Who Rosemarie represents

Rosemarie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for securities matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Rosemarie studied and practices

  • Vanderbilt University

    J.D. · 1989

Rosemarie studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University.

Law school and academic background

Rosemarie completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rosemarie runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Rosemarie's legal honors and published work

Rosemarie has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).

Locations

Rosemarie A. Thurston's office in Atlanta

Rosemarie's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900

Atlanta, Georgia 30309-3424

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Hiring guide

How to hire Rosemarie A. Thurston — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new securities attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rosemarie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Rosemarie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rosemarie's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Rosemarie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a securities attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many securities matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Rosemarie

Rosemarie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in securities practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every securities matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Rosemarie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Rosemarie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many securities practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Rosemarie A. Thurston

  • How much does it cost to hire Rosemarie for a securities case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rosemarie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Rosemarie offer a free consultation?

    Rosemarie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rosemarie's office. Some securities attorneys offer free consults — check Rosemarie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do securities cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple securities matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Rosemarie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Rosemarie take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Rosemarie is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Rosemarie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Rosemarie?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Rosemarie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Rosemarie accepting new securities clients right now?

    Rosemarie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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