Order of Joe Dillard Books

Scott Pratt's Joe Dillard series features a sharp yet world-weary criminal defense attorney as its protagonist. Dillard practices law with skill and intelligence, though his cynical outlook reflects years in the profession. Despite his desire to leave the legal field behind, he remains drawn to the possibility that his next case might involve a truly innocent defendant. The mysteries unfold against the backdrop of Tennessee's legal landscape.

The Joe Dillard series launched in 2008 when Pratt published An Innocent Client, marking both the author's literary debut and the beginning of this ongoing series. The books follow publication order, which aligns with their chronological sequence:

Series Overview: An Innocent Client introduces readers to Joe Dillard, establishing him as a disillusioned attorney whose moral compass creates professional complications. Beyond his courtroom challenges, Dillard grapples with personal struggles, including a sister battling drug addiction and a mother facing health issues. When a preacher's death in a motel room leads to murder charges against a young woman, Dillard finds himself confronting a case that could define his career and conscience.