Joel is widely regarded as one of Georgia's top trial lawyers, earning the trust and respect of his peers who frequently seek his expertise in personal injury cases across both urban and rural areas. Known for his unwavering commitment to justice, Joel is a formidable advocate who ensures his clients receive fair compensation, often taking cases to trial when necessary.
Born and raised in Early County, Georgia, Joel has a unique ability to connect with juries from diverse backgrounds. His reputation as a skilled trial lawyer is well-established, with other attorneys regularly seeking his assistance in their cases.
Joel honed his trial skills during law school, prosecuting criminals in Jefferson County, Alabama. After graduating, he worked with firms specializing in representing injured victims, serving as lead counsel in numerous personal injury and wrongful death cases. Since founding Williams, Elleby, Howard & Easter in 2013, Joel has secured more than $100 million for clients in cases involving vehicle crashes, slip and falls, negligent security, and medical malpractice.
In addition to his courtroom success, Joel has contributed to the legal community by serving on the Board of Trustees for the Cobb County Bar Association. He has served as President of the Cobb County Trial Lawyers Association and been recognized with honors such as Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Star and Georgia Super Lawyer.
Joel specializes in catastrophic injury cases, including those involving tractor trailer and automobile wrecks, slip and falls, negligent security, and medical malpractice. He is licensed in both Georgia and Alabama.
