ATLANTA — An Atlanta attorney famed for working with some of music’s biggest superstars died Friday at 80, according to reports.
Billboard reported that Joel Katz died peacefully Friday at his Atlanta home with his wife, Rikki, by his side. The Atlanta law firm Barnes & Thornburg, which he joined in 2021, also now lists an “In Memoriam” page for him.
“The world’s most famous entertainers have placed their trust in Joel Katz to craft breakthrough deals that boost their careers, cultivate their talents and safeguard their assets,” his Barnes & Thornburg bio states. “His star-studded client roster included music industry legends from an array of genres, as well as music producers, record companies, concert promoters and corporate heavy hitters.”…