Practice areas
I handle felony and misdemeanor criminal cases throughout Georgia; any criminal charge ranging from simple theft and drug possession cases to murder cases. Additionally, I handle federal criminal matters in the District Court for the Southern District of Georgia.
19 years
I represent persons injured in automobile/motorcycle accidents. Free consultation and no fee charged if no recovery is obtained.
14 years
19 years
14 years
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2002 | 10/17/2021 |
| Legal answers | 92 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
| Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2011 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Jeffrey E. Johnston, P.C. | 2008 - Present |
| Assistant District Attorney | Augusta Judicial Circuit (Ga) District Attorney's Office | 2006 - 2008 |
| Associate | Klonski Overstreet | 2005 - 2006 |
| Assistant District Attorney | Augusta Judicial Circuit (Ga) District Attorney's Office | 2003 - 2005 |
| Clerk | The Honorable Carlisle Overstreet | 2002 - 2003 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2002 |
| Augusta State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Travis Newton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Blake Marcus, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Jeffrey. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Tiffini Duncan, Criminal defense Attorney on May 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have recommended Jeff to a number of people facing criminal charges and will continue to do so. Jeff has genuine compassion for his clients, along with experience as a former ADA that helps him get great results for his clients.
Carl Schluter, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
James Duncan, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff does a super job for his clients. His experience as an Assistant District Attorney gives him an added advantage in his representation of clients. He knows how to help his clients quickly and professionally, and I highly recommend Jeff.
William Cassara, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff is an excellent criminal defense lawyer who gets great results for his clients. Whenever I have a criminal law client contact me Jeff is who I send them to.
Richard Goolsby, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 5, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is not only a very fine lawyer, but also one that is well respected in our community.
Christopher Hudson, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff has my unqualified endorsement for criminal defense. Jeff is particularly effective because he is a former assistant district attorney. He has good relationships with prosecutors, judges, and other defense lawyers. If you are in trouble in the CSRA, you definitely should call Jeff.
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