Shane Johnson

Shane Johnson

also known as R. Shane Johnson

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salt Lake City, UT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Litigation

24 D Street, Salt Lake City, UT

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 13 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2012

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Location

R. Shane Johnson, PLLC

24 D Street, Salt Lake City, UT, 84103

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Shane Johnson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Ryan | November 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very blessed to have been represented by Shane. THE BEST

Another attorney recommend Shane to me. After speaking with multiple attorney's I took a gamble and hired Shane. Really the best decision I could have made. I could tell he would fight tooth and nail for me, and he did! I have tremendous respect for him both as a brilliant attorney and as a human ...being. This is a honest review and if you want the best defense, do not hesitate and HIRE SHANE.

Posted by Frankie | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

On. His way up

Shane did a great job representing when I could have faced heavy fines /possible jail time but first offense so u unlikey. felony down to violation. He also continually gives consulatations and is continuing. To learn. Has earned his experience and is very persuasive arguing in trial , but is well li...ked and respected so usual lye da before that!

Posted by Sheldon | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing Work

I was stuck in an unfortunate situation where I was going to be fined heavily and possibly lose my concealed. Shane was able to not only help me out but get my charges dropped completely. Couldn't have asked for a more helpful attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved me from jail time

I hired shane after my previous attorney failed to get me out of jail time for a DUI. He was persistent and negotiated a deal with the prosecuter and I got community service instead. He was always avalible and willing to answer any/all questions I had no matter how rediculas and I always felt that he... was my number one advocate. I highly recommend Shane as a lawyer.

Posted by Steve | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Shane is the best!

I've used Shane for multiple cases and he wins. Every. Single. Time. He's relentless. Recently, Shane beat a traffic ticket fore me; it was two and half years old! Shane is eloquent and thoughtful when arguing in court. He also develops unique legal theories and arguments that make judges and pros...ecutors take notice. Shane never just jumps through the hoops. He always has your back. If you're thinking about hiring a criminal defense attorney, call Shane now!

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Shane Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Abby Elliott

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shane is an intelligent, hard working, and well-respected member of the criminal defense community. He cares about the rights of the accused and he fights for his clients."

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Edwin Jang

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shane Johnson sets a new standard for criminal law attorneys. He provides a unique mix of a vast knowledge of the criminal law system and a passion for finding justice for his clients. I highly endorse this attorney."

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Staci Visser

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2010

CALI Award (highest course grade) Criminal Law, University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

2010

CALI Award (highest course grade) Civil Rights Practicum, University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

2009

Outstanding Achievement Award, Legal Methods (writing course), University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

2007

1st Place, Criminal Justice Reporting, "Who Killed Kenny?", Utah Society of Professional Journalists Headliners

2007

2nd Place, Criminal Justice Reporting, "Cop Out", Utah Society of Professional Journalists Headliners

2007

3rd Place, Best Reporter, Utah Society of Professional Journalists Headliners

2005

1st Place, Feature, "When Whitey Goes to Prison", Utah Society of Professional Journalists Headliners

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney, R. Shane Johnson PLLC

2011 - 2012

Intern / Third-Year Practice Attorney, Salt Lake Legal Defender Association

2010 - 2014

Owner & Principal Investigator, On Point Investigation & Legal Support, LLC

2006 - 2010

Licensed Private Investigator, Rudiger Investigations, NMS

2003 - 2006

Staff Writer / Investigative Journalist, Salt Lake City Weekly

Associations

2010 - 2012

Utah Student Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Founder

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony Drug Possession

All charges dismissed.

Threat of Violence

Not Guilty.

Protective Order Violations

8 cases and 11 charges dismissed.

DUI

DUI dismissed. Driver license saved.

Unlawful Detention

Case dismissed.

Aggravated Assault -- Domestic Violence

Case dismissed. Gun rights preserved.

Minor in Possession of Alcohol

Charge dismissed. Driver license saved.

Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor

Case dismissed. Driver license saved.

DUI

Case dismissed. Driver license saved.

Felony Drug Possession

Case dismissed. Professional license saved.

Child Abuse

Case dismissed. Military career saved.

Domestic Violence Assault

All charges dismissed. Gun rights saved.

Criminal Trespass / Assault

Case dismissed.

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Education

2012

University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, High Honors

2003

University of Utah

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

UACDL 2013 Annual Seminar

Liability Concerns and Ethical Restrictions in Using Social Media and Other Online Resources to Investigate Criminal Cases

Publications

2015

Utah Journal of Criminal Law Use it or Lose it: A Criminal Defender's Guide to the Utah Constitution

Languages

English

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