Joel Hengstler is an attorney for THE702FIRM Injury Attorneys and became a proud partner in 2021, bringing with him many years of experience and a passion for helping those who have been injured by the wrongful acts of others. Joel places the highest value in communication – both with clients and with the court. He fervently believes that an open, clear dialogue brings highest degree of satisfaction with his clients and produces winning results at trial.

Partner, Joel Hengstler is an experienced trial attorney who has handled thousands of personal injury matters, exclusively representing injured parties. He has also worked for many years in the area of workers’ compensation on behalf of injured workers, and previously worked on matters related to family law, estate planning, and criminal defense. He has tried numerous jury trials and resolved thousands of cases through mediation, arbitration, and negotiation. He has also handled matters ranging from thousands to millions of dollars. Regardless of the value, Joel is a zealous advocate for his clients and believe that all injuries caused by the negligence of others deserve fair and just compensation.

Not only does Joel enjoy taking the stage in court, he loves taking the stage literally as well when performing in Las Vegas’ local theater scene. He also frequently volunteers his time to speak at local schools and coach high school mock trial teams. As a husband and father of four, Joel knows that an accident can have far-reaching and significant consequences to his clients’ lives. With an emphasis on communication and a zeal for justice, Joel proudly serves the needs of the Las Vegas community and the rights of his clients.

Joel's Credentials

  • Personal Injury
  • Wrongful Death
  • Negligent Security
  • Product Liability
  • Premises Liability
  • Awarded “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers in 2014, 2015, and 2016.
  • Certified in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution by Drake University Law School
  • Member of the Nevada State Bar, Nevada Justice Association, and American Association for Justice
  • Numerous awards for oral advocacy as a member of his law school’s moot court and mock trial teams.
  • “Givers Gain” Award, 2014 by Business Networking International
  • “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” since 2018
  • “Top 100 Jury Verdicts” in 2020