About Joel Duane
Joel Duane Peterson is a attorney specializing in business, employment, immigration, and health care law. He is the principal at the Law Office of Joel D. Peterson, serving clients throughout the Inland Empire, including Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. His practice focuses on the needs of startups, small businesses, and individuals, offering services such as business formation, employment law, and immigration matters. A graduate of Pacific Union College with degrees in business administration and international communications, Joel earned his Juris Doctor from Western State University College of Law in 1996. Prior to his legal career, he worked as an Underwriting Specialist in the Risk Management Department at the Seventh-day Adventist Church headquarters, handling international liability claims and collaborating with attorneys on various legal issues.
In 1991, he transitioned to the Inland Empire, joining the Risk Management Department at Loma Linda University Medical Center. After passing the California Bar in 1998, Joel began his legal practice with the Redlands law firm of Ziprick, Schilt, Heinrich and Cramer, serving as general counsel for Loma Linda University Medical Center. In 2003, he joined Slovak, Baron and Empey in Riverside County and Palm Springs, focusing on litigation. In 2005, he established his own firm, the Law Office of Joel D. Peterson, with offices in Redlands and Colton, where he continues to provide legal services in employment, business, and immigration law. Beyond his legal practice, Joel contributes to the community as an adjunct professor at California Preparatory College, teaching business law and communication courses.
He has served on the board of the Redlands Chamber of Commerce, including a term as president in 2004. Additionally, he leads a monthly free legal clinic through his church, offering pro bono services to those in need. Joel is admitted to practice law in California and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. He is a member of the State Bar of California, the Desert Bar Association, and the Redlands Chamber of Commerce. His office is located at 1250 E.
Cooley Drive, Suite 102, Colton, CA 92324. In his personal life, Joel resides in Colton with his wife, Judy — They have two children, Cameron and Cassandra. He enjoys spending time with his family and is actively involved in his community through various service activities.
