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also known as Turner Johnston, Robert Turner Johnston
Born and raised in Houston, Turner is a first-generation college graduate, obtaining his bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston Downtown and his law degree from the University of Houston Law Center. While in law school, Turner served in several student leadership positions and as a student attorney in the school’s civil law clinic, where he gained valuable experience helping indigent clients who could not otherwise afford legal representation.
Prior to joining Sorrels Law, Turner worked as a defense attorney in securities arbitration, professional liability, and personal injury, where he represented securities brokerage firms, financial advisors, real estate firms, realtors, trucking companies, and commercial airlines. Turner has also represented textile manufacturers, construction companies, energy companies, and Native American tribes in commercial litigation and arbitration, both as plaintiff and defendant.
After several years of working with insurance carriers and large corporations, Turner decided he was ready for a professional change where he could combine his love of the law with his passion for helping people. He sought a firm that shared those same values and he found it at Sorrels Law.
Turner is passionate about helping his injured clients because he understands what they are going through, not only in their case but in their lives. When he was 22 years old, he suffered a catastrophic injury that left him permanently and completely blind in his right eye and legally blind in his left eye. It took nearly two years and numerous surgeries to recover functional vision in his left eye, and he still deals with complications from the injury regularly. His unique experience helps Turner connect with his clients because he understands the physical, emotional, and financial toll of trying to recover from a catastrophic injury, and he has a sincere desire to help them restore their lives.
Since joining Sorrels, Turner has secured millions of dollars in recoveries for his clients. For Turner, there is no better day at work than the days he gets to tell his clients they have obtained justice and compensation for the harm done to them through no fault of their own.
Turner works hard to give his clients the results they need and deserve. He understands that just one important fact can determine the outcome of a case, so he works each case with meticulous detail from the start to put his clients in the best position they can be in to win.
In 2024, Turner’s hard work and dedication were recognized by his peers when he was awarded the distinction of being named a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star—an award bestowed upon less than 5% of attorneys in the State of Texas.
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5300 Memorial Dr., Suite 270, Houston, TX, 77007
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Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Defective Product Injury Case
I was extremely impressed with Turner's responsiveness and ability to navigate my complex legal situation with skill and compassion. Turner truly went above and beyond to achieve the best possible result for me. I would not have thought my injury could ever happen to myself or anyone else for that ma...
Posted by Alex R | August 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent Team, Attorney R. Turner Johnston and Sorrels Law Firm,
After an auto accident, I was blessed to have been referred to Attorney Johnston and Sorrells law firm by another attorney's office. The professional and personal care shown to me by you and your Team has been heartwarming. You all have taken a very stressful time and made it bearable. Communication ...
Posted by Phyllis | August 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime
The most compassionate attorney I've ever met!!
My ex-husband and I received the call NO PARENTS ever want to receive. Our amazing son, Steven C. Gambles II was murdered and we needed answers!! Fortunately for us we had a team of attorneys and police officers that put the murderer behind bars but it was the Sorrells law group and Attorney Turn...
Posted by Eddie | January 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Turner Johnston
Turner Johnston Is a go getter and gets things done efficiently and communicates very well. I’m glad we were blessed to work with him and team. I heard stories of other situations and how our type of situation could drag out but this certainly was very quick and easy. We provided in take infor...
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Solid Representation Helped Save our Home
Attorney Turner came to our rescue when there was injustice on the sale of our home. He was incredibly professional, informative and forthcoming. We were not experts. Turner patiently explained all options with background information and insured we made informed decisions. I very much appreciated him...
"I have known Turner for many years. We first met when I needed counsel on a matter and we kept in contact ever since. Turner's greatest quality is his genuine concern for his clients. Being able to truly understand his clients' needs places him in my highest esteem and I routinely refer people to Turner knowing that they will receive the greatest level of attention and representation. If you are seeking a highly-qualified professional, I recommend Turner without hesitation."
"I have worked with Turner Johnston for three years now. He is one of the most intelligent and tenacious lawyers I've ever known. Every day, he devotes himself to the interests of his clients."
"I have known Turner for 9+ years. He is a bright, focused, disciplined and motivated attorney. I refer matters to Turner that are outside my practice area and endorse him without reservation."
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2024
Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers
2022 - Present
Attorney, Sorrels Law
2021 - 2022
Associate, Hicks Davis Wynn, PC
2020 - 2021
Associate, Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP
2018 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Broemer & Associates
2016 - 2018
Law Clerk, Broemer & Associates
2015 - 2016
Americorps Legal Intern, Lone Star Legal Aid
2023 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2022 - Present
Houston Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2018 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Litigation SectionMember
2018 - 2021
American Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
2018 - 2020
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2018 - 2020
State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2018 - 2020
State Bar of Texas, Consumer and Commercial Law SectionMember
2018 - 2020
State Bar of Texas, Real Estate, Probate and Trust SectionMember
2018
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2015
BA - Bachelor of Arts, History
English
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