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Acquired: 1986
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1975
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One Main Street, P.O. Box 67, Newton, NJ, 078600000
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Posted by David | January 16, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Superior Counsel
My experience with Mr. Johnson and MDS was nothing short of superior. In managing my dispute, Mr. Johnson strategically addressed the issues at hand and found ways to engage all parties to settle the dispute in the most logical and economical manner. The firm aggressively defended my family and pos...
Posted by Dan | November 26, 2014 | Real Estate
Simply the best.
I have had the good fortune of knowing Dave for the past 25 years but only recently have I sought his legal representation. My wife and I retained Attorney Johnson's services in late 2012 for what we expected to be a routine real-estate transaction. Without going into great detail, our routine transa...
Posted by Dom | November 25, 2014
Excellent Attorney
David has represented me and members of my family in many areas requiring legal input and counciling. He has always done an excellent job.
Posted by Terry | November 25, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Experienced, professional, top notch firm in all areas of the law
Dave and his firm effectively handled a very contentious divorce with many issues even after the divorce was final 5 years ago. They are always responsiveness to my calls and have relationships that help resolve issues quickly. They have also successfully negotiated employment agreements for me and...
Posted by Jonathan | November 18, 2014 | Wills & Living Wills
Thorough, careful, a pleasure to work with.
Dave has handled numerous varied matters over 30 years for me. Wills, business transactions, court proceedings. He has referred matters to others in his firm when appropriate. His advice has always been germane, without ever incurring unneeded expense.
"Dave Johnson is one of the most thoughtful lawyers I know and is acutely versant in New Jersey law in particular. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
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2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2011
Quinn Award Person of the Year, American Red Cross Sussex County Chapter
2004
Honorary Lifetime Member, Sparta Volunteer Ambulance Service
2010 - Present
Senior Partner, Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP
1980 - 2010
Partner, Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP
1976 - 1980
Associate, Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP
2010 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Banking Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Commercial Law sectionMember
2005 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
1985 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
1976 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Associationmember
successfully negotiated favorable settlement for residents
1975
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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