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Michael Alan Johnson
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About Michael

If you or a loved one is in need of a serious Criminal Defense Attorney, call or contact this office

I have been a practicing criminal defense attorney since 1982. I am also licensed in Minnesota. I have handled cases in both State and Federal Courts in, Tennessee, North Carolina, Kentucky, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Texas, as well as a military court in Alabama. I have represented numerous individuals charged with capital offenses over the years and have been active in the N.A.C.D.L. since 1980. I offer free consultations and make myself available 7 days a week. In addition I am of counsel at Halunen & Associates in Minneapolis,  Mn, which specializes in Employment Discrimination cases as well as nationwide class action cases. I have an enormous respect for our brave men and women who served our country and extend a reduced rate for all members of the military and their families. I am also a panel attorney for the Illinois Rifle Association and the U.S. Conceal and Carry Association , helping citizens procure and retain their Conceal and Carry license. 

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Practice areas

OtherClass actionEmployment and laborCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 60%

  2. Employment and labor: 20%

  3. Class action: 10%

  4. Other: 10%

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

Contact

Michael A. Johnson and Associates

415 North La Salle Drive
Suite 300A
Chicago, IL, 60654

Website
http://michaelajohnsonlaw.com 

      Michael A. Johnson and Associates

      80 South 8th Street Ste. 1650
      IDS Center
      Minneapolis, MN, 55402

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      MNAuthorized to Practice199507/14/2021
      ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law198209/12/2020
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers35
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      MemberNational Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers2017
      Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2017
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2017
      Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2015
      Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
      Top 100 Trial Lawyers in AmericaAmerican Trial Lawyers Association2014
      Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2014
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Independent Program AttorneyU. S. Law Shield2018 - Present
      AttorneyHalunen & Associates1995 - Present
      OwnerMichael A. Johnson and Associates1982 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember1997 - Present
      Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember1995 - Present
      Federal Trial BarMember1988 - Present
      National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember1982 - Present
      Capital Litigation BarMember2002 - 2013
      Illinois Association of Criminal DefenseMember1988 - 2013
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      USCCAConceal and Carry2014
      IRAThe 4th Amendment and you2013
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      John Marshall Law School, ChicagoJD - Juris Doctor1982
      University of IllinoisBA - Bachelor of Arts1978
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      New gun laws in Illinoisconceal and carry in Illinois2014
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      u.s. v. Reynot guilty, jury verdict
      Hagen v. S.O.H.Settled in excess of $10,000,000
      US v. LawrenceNot Guilty, Jury Verdict

      Reviews

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      4 Star
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      Review Michael Johnson

      Great Experience!

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      Michael was excellent! He was very prompt responding to both initial and follow-up questions. He walked thru potential issues in the paperwork he reviewed and provided direct and clear guidance. I will use him again whenever I need outside counsel.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Great advice

      Posted by

      Mr. Johnson called me as soon as i contacted him via message. He gave me great advice, and even agreed to represent me in the future. Very confident in his skills.
      This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
      Consulted attorney

      Great Trial Attorney

      Posted by

      Mr. Johnson represented my son for a very serious criminal charge. He convinced the jury to find him not guilty, when other lawyers i went to wanted him to plead guilty. Everyone that saw him work, commented on his style and confidence. If you find yourself in trouble call Mr. Johnson.

      The best

      Posted by

      All I got to say is that mike Johnson saved my life in a very serious charge...judge found me not guilty.. Thank mr Johnson your the best in the buisness....

      The Best in the Field

      Posted by

      Mr. Johnson is a dynamic attorney. He was very thorough in preparation of my case. His patient and easygoing approach with me allowed me to be at ease and assured of his representation. In the courtroom, he was "on fire". His years of experience and knowledge in several legal areas have helped me through a few incidents.
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      Justin Schwartz, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 23, 2018
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I have had the privilege of working with Michael Johnson on a difficult and intricate federal white collar crime case. In the course if this we have discussed a wide range of legal matters and cases. Michael Johnson is a superb, insightful, perceptive and deeply experienced attorney. If I were in trouble with the criminal law I would want him defending me. He’s brilliant, relentless, clear-eyed, and rigorously honest. You could not do better than to have him in your corner. I recommend him without the slightest reservation.

      William Ransom, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I have worked with Michael Johnson on numerous matter over many years and know him to be a smart, energetic and insightful attorney, who works tirelessly for this clients. I wholeheartedly endorse him.

      Raphael Strzelecki, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Johnson is a hard working and knowledgeable attorney. He fights hard for his clients and is not afraid to proceed to trial. He has built a reputation as a tough trial lawyer and is a credit to the profession.

      Joseph Klest, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mike since law school. The day we received our law license he hit the ground running and tried his very first case. He is a hard working, knowledgable advocate, dedicated to providing the best representation to his clients. I would recommended him to anyone in need of a top notch criminal defense attorney.

      Cost

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