W. Steven Harrell was born in Macon, Georgia. He graduated from Tattnall Square Academy in 1978, and worked his way through college. He graduated with honors from Georgia College & State University in 1982, and earned a JD Degree from the University of Georgia School of Law in 1985. He was admitted to the Georgia Bar on June 5, 1985, and has practiced law for over 37 years. He currently practices law in Perry, Georgia. A self described history buff, he is a father of two grown daughters. He and his wife Sarah reside with their family in Twiggs County Georgia.