Atty. Joel M. Baskin
Joel was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in northern Virginia in a suburb just outside of Washington. In a way, attorney Joel Baskin began learning how to be a lawyer before he ever stepped into the classroom.
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Joel M. Baskin is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Joel M. Baskin, P.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1997). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of Georgia Atlanta Bar Association Cobb County Bar Association GACDL (GA Assoc. of Criminal Defense Lawyers) Georgia Association of Personal Injury Attorneys Georgia Trial Lawyers Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joel was born in Washington, D.C., and grew up in northern Virginia in a suburb just outside of Washington
- In a way, attorney Joel Baskin began learning how to be a lawyer before he ever stepped into the classroom
- He remembers as a child wanting to carry his father’s briefcase to the courtroom and always asking lots of questions about the law
- Joel watched his dad’s patience and preparedness at work and grew to greatly respect his father seeking justice and helping others
- Growing up as the son of an attorney speaks volumes, not only about Joel’s innate understanding of the law but also of his deeply rooted passion for the practice of law and the positive impact he can have on other people’s lives
- Joel Values Letting His Work Speak For Itself
- He doesn’t rely on marketing himself to bring in cases, but instead, he relies on his good reputation, which he has earned over the last 25+ years of practicing law
- Joel focuses on practicing personal injury and criminal defense, serving the entire Atlanta area from offices in Vinings and East Point
- Joel attended John Marshall Law School, earning his J.D. in 1996
- Prior to that, he received his B.A. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech) as an English major and history minor
- His commitment to clients and many years of experience make him a sincere and effective advocate
- He prides himself on being accessible, seeing the importance of answering phone calls and messages in a timely manner
- His dedication to his clients’ success drives him to always be well prepared and diligent in everything he does
- Joel treats every client like they’re his last, meaning he works as though each and every case will define his legacy
- As a highly experienced personal injury lawyer, Joel represents clients throughout the state of Georgia who have been seriously injured or killed as a result of the negligence of others
- Joel has represented clients who have been victims of tractor-trailer collisions and automobile accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, products liability, and dog bites
- Joel is married and has four children
- Outside of the courtroom, Joel likes to spend his free time reading, swimming, skiing, and traveling with his family
- He is also an avid fan of college and professional football as well as hockey
- Memberships • State Bar of Georgia • Atlanta Bar Association • Cobb County Bar Association • GACDL (GA Assoc. of Criminal Defense Lawyers) • Georgia Association of Personal Injury Attorneys • Georgia Trial Lawyers Association • American Bar Association
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel M. Baskin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Joel M. Baskin is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Georgia →
Joel M. Baskin is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Georgia →
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Joel M. Baskin is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Georgia →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Joel M. Baskin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Georgia →
Joel M. Baskin is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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