$ 400-450 per hour
James Craig Johnson
also known as J. Craig Johnson, Craig Johnson
About James
Biography
Our Qualifications:
Johnson Law Firm attorneys have represented clients in various state and federal trial and appellate courts in California. Our litigation practice is, by design, “results-oriented.” Our ability to consistently achieve our clients’ goals is a function of our dedication to superior advocacy and sensitivity to the increasing costs of protracted litigation.
Our business litigation clients include industry leaders, start-up businesses, and everything in-between, on matters ranging from routine contract, collection and business-principal disputes through complex, business-threatening claims. Our practice spans various industry and market sectors, including general business governance, advice and disputes, transportation, health care, construction, real estate (including eminent domain and inverse condemnation), fraud and unfair business practices.
We guide our clients through each challenging phase of litigation, from the initiation of a litigation budget and pre-suit dispute resolution strategy through trial and appellate review. While we always develop an appropriate and efficient pretrial resolution strategy in the hope of achieving an advantageous settlement, we have the experience and capability to win at court.
Selecting the right litigation counsel is crucial. We would be pleased to discuss our qualifications and experience with you.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Business
50%
38 years
Litigation
50%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-50%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 37 years
State: California
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Johnson Law Firm, APC
Indian Wells Office, 75-280 US Hwy 111, Suite 88-5, Indian Wells, CA, 92210
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Posted by Joseph | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Business
Better than expected!
I'm a small business owner that needed a "divorce" from my business partner. I had hired 2 attorneys that were unable to help me because of the "challenges" that my case presented. I was told by a previous attorney that it would be unlikely that either party in this case would find a financial resolu...
Posted by Monzie | January 26, 2016
Don't Waste Time
I've learned over more than two decades that if I need the best legal advice anywhere - Go straight to Mr. Johnson! He is a no-nonsense attorney that isn't just knowledgeable - but extremely clever and has the proper mixture of aggressiveness balanced with prudence. His wealth of experience has save...
James Craig Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had to file a writ of appeal. Craig gave me very sound advice based on his substantial experience in this area. His advice was invaluable for a number of reasons. The matter turned out just the way he said that it would. I have also seen Craig's legal writing. It is detailed and excellent. He has an excellent legal mind. He would be an excellent choice if you need a strong attorney."
"I have known and worked with Attorney Johnson for several years. He is a top-notch, no nonsense civil litigator, who achieves great results for his clients at reasonable rates. Highly recommended !"
Alan Gallivan
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
E. Toby Bowler
Family lawyer
John Bledsoe
Divorce and separation lawyer
Edward Pilot
Immigration lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
2016 Top Rated Lawyers, Litigation, American Lawyer Media
2016
Legal Leaders: Litigation, The American Lawyer
2016
Legal Leaders: Litiation, Corporate Counsel
2016
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2015
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2015
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2015
Top Rated Lawyers, American Lawyer Media
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2014
Top Rated Lawyers, American Lawyer Media
2014
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Rated Lawyers, Annual Guide to Business Litigation
2013
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2013
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2013
Top Rated Lawyers, ALM
2013
Top Lawyers in California, American Lawyer Media
2012
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2012
Top Rated Lawyers, Annual Guide to Business Litigation
2012
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2012
Top Rated Lawyers, ALM
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Southern California Top Rated Lawyers, Los Angeles Times
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Inland Empire's Best Lawyers, Inland Empire Magazine
2009
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Top Attorneys in the Nation, The Legal News
2008
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media
2008
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
2017 Top Rated Lawyers, Litigation, American Lawyer Media
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Principal, Johnson Law Firm APC
2007 - 2014
Managing Partner, Tenner Johnson, LLP
1997 - 2007
Managing Partner, Johnson & Associates
1995 - 1997
Partner, Schwartzman & Johnson, LLP
1993 - 1995
Attorney, Lorenz Alhadeff Cannon & Rose, LLP
1990 - 1993
Attorney, Best Best & Krieger
1988 - 1990
Attorney, Hawkins Delafield & Wood, LLP
Associations
1988 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
C.F. ex rel. Farnan v. Capistrano Unified School Dist. (9th Cir. 2011) 654 F.3d 975
Affirmed in part, vacated in part.
Ibrahim v. Superior Court (Popan) (2010) 2010 WL 2112706
Writ petition granted.
Guinn v. Dotson (1994) 23 Cal.App.4th 262
Affirmed in part, reversed in part.
Education
1988
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Brigham Young Univ
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish