Atty. S. Joel Johnson

Atty. S. Joel Johnson

S. Joel Johnson is a lawyer practicing creditor bankruptcy, commercial litigation, banking law and 6 other areas of law.

Hattiesburg Hattiesburg 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About S. Joel Johnson at a glance

S. Joel Johnson is a Member based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, practicing at Johnson, Ratliff & Waide, PLLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Dist (1980). Educated at University of Mississippi (J.D., 1979) and University of Southern Mississippi (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of South Central Mississippi. Serands clients in Hattiesburg, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • S. Joel Johnson is a lawyer practicing creditor bankruptcy, commercial litigation, banking law and 6 other areas of law
  • S. received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • S. practices at Johnson, Ratliff & Waide, PLLC in Hattiesburg, MS

Practice Areas Explained

S. Joel Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases S. Joel Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

S. Joel Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

S. Joel Johnson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

S. Joel Johnson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Mississippi →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

S. Joel Johnson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Mississippi →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

S. Joel Johnson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

Practicing law in Mississippi. Legal matters in Mississippi are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hattiesburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Mississippi state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Mississippi 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 Mississippi courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about S. Joel Johnson

Where is S. Joel Johnson's law office located?
S. Joel Johnson's law practice is located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The firm is Johnson, Ratliff & Waide, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does S. Joel Johnson handle?
S. Joel Johnson focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has S. Joel Johnson practiced law?
S. Joel Johnson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did S. Joel Johnson go to law school?
S. Joel Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact S. Joel Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact S. Joel Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has S. Joel Johnson received?
S. Joel Johnson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Mississippi
- 1979
B.S.
University of Southern Mississippi
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Mississippi U.S. District Court, Northern District of Mississippi U.S. District Court, Southern Dist
Admitted: 1980

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