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Carnell T Johnson
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About Carnell
Biography
Admitted: State Bars of North Carolina and New Jersey, Western District of North Carolina, Middle District of North Carolina, Eastern District of North Carolina.
Personal: Carnell was born in Jersey City, NJ, then moved to Warren, Ohio when he attended high school.
Education: He received his Bachelor’s degree in History from Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ in 2002. He later attended Rutgers University School of Law in Newark, NJ, where he graduated in 2007.
Prior to pursuing a career in law and after obtaining his undergraduate degree, Carnell worked for several years with the Law Office of William D. Manns, a general practitioner in Newark, NJ. During law school, he participated in the Special Education Law Clinic, where he represented parents of children with special needs. Carnell also worked for Thomas R. Ashley, one of best trial lawyers in the country. While working for Mr. Ashley, Carnell was exposed to an array of complex cases, including civil RICO cases involving the Long Shoreman’s Association of New York, federal racketeering cases, medical malpractice and administrative issues. This opportunity provided him with a wealth of experience that he still relies upon. After graduating from law school, he continued to work with Thomas R. Ashley and later worked with the New Jersey Attorney General.
Professional and Training: Carnell’s legal experience includes complex family based immigration, federal and state criminal cases, personal injury and small business representation. He worked with the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office in Charlotte prior to co-founding Johnson & Nicholson, PLLC.
Memberships: Carnell is member of the New Jersey State Bar, North Carolina State Bar and Mecklenburg County Bar. He is also an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association, North Carolina Advocates for Justice (formerly North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers), American Bar Association, and American Association for Justice (formerly American Trial Lawyers Association), American Immigration Lawyers’ Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is proficient in Spanish.
Awards: Carnell was named as a 2019 North Carolina Rising Super Lawyer and has been elected to the Business North Carolina 2019 Legal Elite.
Family: Carnell and Elaine met while working at the same law firm. They married in August 2007 and have a daughter. When he is not in the office, Carnell enjoys international travel and going to the beach.
Dedicated and hardworking for your legal needs. Call 704-659-0546.
Experience in handling with Criminal Matters in State and Federal Courts; Call 704-659-0546.
Often we handle the most complicated immigration matters. Call 704-659-0546.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Johnson & Nicholson, PLLC
6650 Rivers Avenue, Immigration Only, North Charleston, SC, 29450
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Carnell T Johnson's Reviews
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Posted by Martin | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney
BEST LAWYER IN TOWN!!
Had a great experience with him, always answered my questions and handled my case with professionalism, and plus we WON MY CASE!!! Would highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | October 5, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Immigration
Mi experiencia fuel bien horientada mi caso siempre estubo en buenas manos. Gracias abogado...!
Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney
The Best Immigration-Criminal Attorney In Charlotte!!!
Atty Johnson took me from facing possible deportation to becoming a citizen!!! I’m forever grateful to him. He is profoundly excellent at being a lawyer. He put in the time necessary and made sure I got the best possible outcome for my case. Before I met him, I had been to well over 20 attorneys in C...
Posted by Norma | August 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Mrs. Cummins
So very pleased with the entire process. They keep me well informed all the time and everything went as they told me, very professional. I would definitely recommend Mr. Johnson !
Posted by Jessica | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great experience
Hiring an attorney isn't something that one wants to do, but when I had to, I was SO glad I chose Carnell. I felt at ease with him by my side. I would 100% recommend him!
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Experience
Honors
2022
AV Rating Preeminent Recognition, Martindale Hubble
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Immigration Attorney Honoree, North Carolina Business Elite
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2013
Honoree 2012, National Veterans Legal Services Program
2011
Award for Excellent Service, National Veterans Legal Services Program
2010
Honoree 2010, National Veterans Legal Services Program
2004
C. Clyde Ferguson, Rutgers School of Law
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Partner, Johnson & Nicholson, PLLC
2008 - 2009
Asst. Public Defender, Public Defender's Office
2008 - 2008
Deputy Attorney General, NJ Attorney General
2005 - 2007
Law Clerk & Attorney, Law Office of Thomas R. Ashley
1999 - 2004
Paralegal, William D. Manns, Esq.
Associations
2014 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationTop 100
2014 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
John S. Leary Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2007 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mistrial
Not Guilty
Appeal to the NJ Appellate Division (denied)
Education
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2010
Veterans Disability
Publications
2013
2011
2011
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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