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Biography
As the managing partner of the Joye Law Firm, Ken Harrell is both diligent in his law practice and committed to the profession. He joined the firm in 1994 after spending six years as an attorney with a large, well-respected corporate defense firm. With 30 years of experience, he protects the rights of injured South Carolinians, including cases involving workers’ compensation, car accidents, and defective products. Ken also heads up the firm’s mass torts practice.
In addition to his law practice, Ken also is a frequent author and speaker for the South Carolina Bar’s continuing legal education program and the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Association. Mr. Harrell is a past president of Injured Workers Advocates and also has served as the IWA’s vice president as well as chairman of its legislative affairs committee. Ken has been honored as a member of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in South Carolina by the American Trial Lawyers Association on multiple occasions. Mr. Harrell has also been honored as a South Carolina Super Lawyer in the area of workers’ compensation, an honor bestowed on less than 5% of a state’s lawyers on mulitple occasions. In 2015, Mr. Harrell received the "Lawyer of the Year" award for South Carolina workers' compensation law (claimants) from Best Lawyers in America. In 2017, Super Lawyers named him as one of the top 25 lawyers in South Carolina. In 2018, he was honored by Super Lawyers as one of the top 10 lawyers in Charleston, SC.
Ken also is committed to the community, and has presented multiple $5,000 scholarships in his grandparents’ memory at his former high school. Having grown up in a rural area, he wanted to give back to the school and community that gave him a head start. Family means a lot to Ken, and as a major Red Sox and sports fan in general, he and his father accomplished a common dream—to catch a baseball game in each of the major stadiums in the country - prior to his father's death in 2013.
He also has served as a pack leader for the Christ Our King Cub Scouts Pack 470 and coached Little League for various sports for the Mount Pleasant Recreation Department. Currently, he is a member of the board of trustrees for the Ashley Hall School, and his wife and he served as co-chairs of the school's annual fund-raising campaign in 2014-2015, when it became the first private school in the lowcountry to raise over $1 million in one year through its capital campaign. Ken is also a member of the Wofford College Parents' Board.
Workers Compensation Is Hard. Getting Help Is Easy.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
50%
Car Accident
25%
Personal Injury
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in South Carolina for 37 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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Kenneth W. Harrell's Reviews
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Posted by Patricia | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Outstanding!
I found Ken Harrell on this web site, being an avid internet surfer, it was the best find ever! I was injured at work and didn't have any knowledge of Workman Compensation and was urged to obtain legal council. In searching the internet, I stumbled upon avvo.com. I looked for highly rated lawyers in...
Posted by Tom | January 7, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best!
Ken was great! Ken worked with me every step along the way making sure that I was informed and understood the process. You will not be sorry you hired this firm.
Posted by Diane | August 9, 2015 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
What real Attorneys are made of
Mr. Harrell is in Charleston, SC but I'm in Greenville, SC even so he was kind enough to give me referral's to other Attorneys and spent his time answering any questions that I had .. Thank you again.
Kenneth Harrell
Replied last September 4, 2015Thank you Diane
Posted by Sandy | July 6, 2015
Out of state vacationer having an accident near charleston
I was on my way home to Ohio from Florida and had an auto accident that left me stranded in S Carolina. After returning home and trying to handle the situation myself I realized I needed an attorney since my car was totaled and I was injured with the other driver at fault. I called a reputable attor...
Posted by Patty | February 18, 2015
Excellent Lawyer!
Ken Harrell is an extremely great lawyer! He will work hard for you. Ken was always very knowledgeable about all of the developments of my case; always keeping me informed on the progression. All appointments were scheduled at my convenience. When I had to cancel a meeting the morning of the day it w...
Kenneth W. Harrell's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kenny Harrell is a tremendous leader and even better advocate for his clients. Kenny's enthusiasm and passion for the practice of law is contagious and he makes the attorneys around him better each day. His dedication to his clients is unrivaled and is something I am trying to model myself after in my own practice."
"Having worked against Kenny and his firm on several cases when I was on the insurance side, I have first-hand experience on Kenny's ability to zealously represent his client. I have since joined his firm and now have a closer look and greater appreciation for his legal abilities. I endorse Kenny without hesitation."
"Ken is a great workers' compensation advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kenny is an excellent lawyer with an outstanding reputation. I have had the pleasure of working with Kenny and his firm for a number of years and am proud to call him a colleague and friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ken knows his stuff. He is a man of integrity and skill, especially when it comes to his clients. I would recommend him to a friend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kenny is my supervising attorney at Joye Law Firm, and I have learned a great deal from him. He is a knowledgeable practitioner. His keen attention to his clients is unmatched in this profession. I look forward to continuing to grow with his guidance."
"Ken is a dedicated and talented injury lawyer who gets outstanding results for his clients. While we are often advocates on opposing sides, I have been impressed with Ken's advocacy and professionalism. I recommend Ken without any reservation."
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"Mr. Harrell is a very well respected attorney in South Carolina in helping injured victims. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Kenneth Harrell is one of the most outstanding attorneys I know. He knows the law and knows people. I would consider it to be a privilege if he represented a member of my family in the time of need. I highly recommend him."
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"Kenny Harrell is a great personal injury lawyer. He is honest, compassionate and an extremely hard worker. Anyone injured in South Carolina makes a wise decision when they hire Kenny Harrell."
"I endorse this lawyer. He had provided an Outstanding analysis and answers on several issues that I have taken note of and he is highly respected among his peers as a leader in his field."
"Kenney Harrell is hard working, well prepared, very knowledgable and dedicated to acieve the best results for his clients. He enjoys the highest professional respect and esteem from Judges,Commissioners, advarsaries and colleagues alike. Kenny is someone you can trust and count on!"
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 10 Lawyers in Charleston, SC, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 25 Lawyers In South Carolina, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers - Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation, Best Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Plaintiffs - Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation, Best Lawyers in America
2015
10 Best - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Best Lawyer - Workers' Compensation, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Lawyer of The Year (Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants), Best Lawyers in America
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Best Lawyer - Workers' Compensation, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Corporate Partner of the Year, Charleston Animal Society
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Managing Partner, Joye Law Firm
1988 - 1993
Associate, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Associations
2015 - Present
Brain Injury Association of South CarolinaMember
1994 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
South Carolina Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Injured Workers' AdvocatesPast-president, chairman of legislative affairs committee
1988 - Present
South Carolina BarMember
American Bar Association
Member
2011 - 2017
South Carolina Workers' Compensation Educational AssociationPast Member - Board of Directors
Education
N/A
College of William and Mary, Marshall-Wythe School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
James Madison University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
SCAJ Young Lawyers Conference
The Little Things Make A Difference
2018
Injured Workers' Advocates Paralegals' Conference
Effective Prosecution of a Third Party Claim for an Injured Worker
2016
South Carolina Self-Insurers Assocation Annual Conference
How Opt-Out Legislation Would Negatively Affect Employers
2015
M and L Spring Conference
Five-Star Battle of Online Reviews
2015
I.W.A. Spring Conference
Ethics In Managing A Law Office
2015
I.W.A. Annual Conference
A Storm Cloud Brewing - Overview of Opt-Out Legislation Nationwide
2015
Current Issues Facing Law Firm Leaders
Current Issues Facing Law Firm Leaders
2014
SCWCEA Annual Conference
Summary of South Carolina Workers' Compensation Decisions (2014)
2011
32nd Annual Medical Seminar on Workers’ Compensation
Mock Hearing with Kirsten Bar and Commissioners
2009
33rd Annual Educational Conference on Workers’ Compensation
Take Back Control of Your Life
2009
30th Annual Medical Seminar on Workers' Compensation
A Guide to Communication with Healthcare Providers
1998
Trying The Automobile Injury Case In South Carolina
Trying The Automobile Injury Case in South Carolina
Publications
2013
South Carolina Lawyer magazine
SMART Act - A Ray of Hope on Medicare Lien Issues
2006
South Carolina Trial Lawyer Bulletin
Quality of Life for Trial Lawyers - Are the "Seven Habits" Still Effective?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue my employer
06 Sep 2022
Q&A
How much can I expect to get from a 3 percent impairment rating?
06 Jun 2018
Q&A
Can I still file a WC claim if I was let go with severance pay?
30 Jul 2017