Greg Johnson

Greg Johnson

also known as Greg L. Johnson, Gregory L. Johnson

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Boston, MA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime ... +2 more

44 School St., 10th Floor, Boston, MA

About Greg

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 20 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Yannetti Law Firm

44 School St., 10th Floor, Boston, MA, 02108

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Greg Johnson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Emily | June 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Skilled and Professional – Case Dismissed

Attorney Greg Johnson did an outstanding job defending me in an assault and battery case. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always well-prepared. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and made sure I felt supported throughout the process. Thanks to his strategic approac...h and attention to detail, my case was dismissed. I truly felt he cared about the outcome and had my best interests at heart. If you need a smart, reliable defense attorney, I highly recommend him.

Posted by Patrick | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent presence, critical results.

After being tossed around for almost 2-years in the state court system, Mr. Johnson came in and he brought the law with him. Cases closed, both in my favor. My new strategy has been to "follow the law", and it has worked! But for ANYONE else I know, I refer them to this man!

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great attorney!

Being a professional I was very concerned about what would appear on possible background checks after a dismissed criminal case against me. I hired Greg after consulting numerous other lawyers, there was no question that he was the most knowledgeable atty in this field. There were several errors in ...my FBI record (where all arrested people end up regardless of outcome) and Greg got the corrections done effectively and was very responsive/communicative and professional throughout the process. Greg is an extremely competent, thorough and focused lawyer. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs to correct or amend an erroneous criminal record or any other top-quality legal service in criminal matters.

Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Phenomenal attorney. Saved my livelihood.

I was charged with first offense OUI - Liquor. This was my first criminal charge I have ever received so naturally I was horrified & nervous. The occupation I hold requires a driver's license & a clean background thus a criminal conviction would result in termination / loss of pension. Greg is quite ...personable and actually listens to his client in thoughts or ideas on the case as opposed to blowing them off which my first attorney was doing (I ended up firing him mid way through and selecting Greg to continue). I hired Greg to defend me due to the good reviews online and a verbal positive review from an ADA I know that worked in the same court system as Greg when he was an ADA. ATTY Johnson came very well prepared. His stature in the courtroom was tactful yet spontaneous. Any new information / surprise responses from the police officer or ADA , Greg was able to retort with ease. Also, Greg did an excellent job sizing up the jurors on the jury selection as he appears to be simply good at reading people. Additionally, he selected and prepped an expert witness which was monumentally beneficial towards my case. Lastly, his closing argument was artfully put together and well spoken which ultimately pushed towards a NOT GUILTY verdict from a 6 person jury box whom deliberated for all of 10 minutes. I now have my life back. Thank you, Greg.

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Greg Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Markey

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Greg, is a highly skilled attorney who fights for his clients interests with passion."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Michael Chinman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is an excellent criminal defense lawyer who achieves results for his clients that other lawyers assured the same clients would just not be possible. He has broad experience, knows the judges in different courts, and is savvy about how to get best results in each case. When I have legal questions (particularly about expungement and motor vehicle crimes), Greg is the first lawyer I think of asking. He knows the answers."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Greg. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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William Barabino

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Simons

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Greg Johnson is a highly regarded criminal defense attorney. Experienced and professional, he treats clients with respect while achieving favorable outcomes. I would recommend Greg to anyone facing criminal charges in the Boston area."

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Edmund Mathers

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg Johnson is a rising star in the Boston criminal defense community. Almost every client we have ever sent to Greg has called us after the case resolved to thank us. He is a gifted trial lawyer and the kind of advocate you would want in your fox hole."

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David Grimaldi

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Joseph Simons

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Massachusetts Super Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

2006 - 2011

Assistant District Attorney, Essex County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

Massachusetts Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

2005

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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