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Diana Rugh Johnson
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Biography
As a former biochemist, I am uniquely qualified to handle SSI, disability, and medically complicated child welfare cases. These cases require excellent critical thinking skills as well as the ability to read and understand complex medical records. This is my skill set and these cases are my passion.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 250-300 per hour
Contingency
25%-25%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Georgia for 20 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Diana Rugh Johnson
PO Box 170087, Atlanta, GA, 30317
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Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2010 | Child Custody
HIGHLY RECCOMEND!!!
I recently had a 6 month fight with DFCs to get my newborn back in my custody. Ms. Johnson is a wonderful professional attorney that really cares about her clients. She is great because she remains empathetic towards her clients and their situation. Not only did she fight for my husband and I but ...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009
WONDERFUL AND GREAT LAWYER
Mrs. Johnson is a great a lawyer. She is a fighter in the court room. She handled my case with care. I would recommend her to anyone who wants a good, honest, generous and compassionate attorney.
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | Litigation
Best Lawyer Ever
She is so helpful and doesn't want to lose her case. She will bend over backwards to make sure that everything is in order. Her attention to details is key. She leaves no stone unturned when she is preparing a defense. If she sees something questionable she will step in and fix it. She will stop at n...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wonderful Attorney!
Diana has always been on top of my case. She emails me documents and calls and make sure I have all of the updates regarding my case. She always has highly qualified attorneys stand in her place if she has a scheduling conflict.
Diana Rugh Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Diana is a very knowledgeable attorney with a firm grasp of all issues relating to Dependency, Child Abuse and Endangerment. She has a superior working knowledge of the complex medical issues faced by parents in many cases of alleged child abuse. I am happy to endorse Diana. As an attorney with over twenty years of practice representing parents in Dependency cases myself, I can strongly recommend Diana. I wish you all the best. David A. Carroll, Attorney, Pensacola"
Sherriann Hicks
Adoption lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
Stephen Cahn Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, National Association of Counsel for Children
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Diana Rugh Johnson, PC
2005 - 2008
Of Counsel, Williams & Zaic, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Georgia Association of Counsel for ChildrenBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
ABA Parent Representation ProjectSteering Committee Member
2011 - Present
Supreme Court Committee on Justice for ChildrenMember
2009 - Present
Children's Justice Act Advisory CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
National Association of Counsel for ChildrenMember
2008 - Present
Parent Attorney Advocacy CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
In the Interest of S.D., a child
Reversed
Education
2005
Georgia State University
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Clemson University
MS - Master of Science
Speaking Engagements
2011
2011
ABA Parent Attorney Conference
The Teen Parent Connection: A Holistic Approach to Representing Minor Parents who are in Foster Care
2011
2011 Georgia Youth Law Conference
Understanding Drug Tests: Chemistry, Applications, and Legal Implications
2010
Georgia Youth Law Conference
Practical Approaches to Medically Complicated Cases
2010
Georgia Child Welfare Legal Academy
The Foster Care Cold Case Project
2009
Georgia Youth Law Conference
Advocating for an Effective Case Plan
Publications
2013
Georgia Bar Journal
Georgia's Juvenile Code: New Law for the New Year
2011
Children's Rights Litigation Journal
Conference Provides Resources for Parents' Attorneys
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers