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As founder and head attorney at Johnson Attorneys Group, James Johnson focuses on putting his client’s needs first. While he is certainly proud of the results his law firm has earned over the years, Mr. Johnson continues to work tirelessly on behalf of his clients every day to ensure they are provided with the best possible settlement. His stellar reputation in the community is in part due to the strong stance he takes with insurance companies and big businesses. As a result of these efforts, Johnson Attorneys Group stands out as one of California’s finest law firms.
Mr. Johnson attended both the University of Utah and California State University Sacramento where he studied Biochemistry and ran collegiate track and field. He had the privilege of racing against the best in the world in the mile. He earned numerous academic and athletic awards for excellence, including the coveted Governor's Cup Award. He graduated with a Biochemistry degree.
He earned his Jurist Doctorate from Trinity Law School in Santa Ana, California. As part of his post graduate education, Mr. Johnson attended the Harvard Law School Program of Instruction for Lawyers, as well as Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College.
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Licensed in California for 19 years
State: California
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Johnson Attorneys Group
100 Bayview Circle, Suite 5100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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James Michael Johnson's Reviews
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Posted by Ron | March 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Crook
James Johnson is a crook who associates himself with crooks. He steals clients money and does not represent them. He represents his criminal friends who are all sitting in jail. He should also be there but because he's an attorney you can't sue him.
Posted by Mary R. | February 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Hire a trial lawyer, not a paper pusher.
I hired Mr. Johnson in 2020 following a car accident. I had suffered significant injuries but liability on the part of the other driver was not at issue. Mr. Johnson had my case for more than 4 years, unable to bring the other party’s insurer, AAA to the table for settlement. The case had to be ...
Posted by anonymous | June 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Great help, very easy process
Very helpful, always answered questions in an easy to understand manner. Talked through the process step by step.
Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
car accident
we were in a car accident in May2,2018 and we decided to go with attorney James Jhnoson. He was great together with his team, especially Rachana. We were kept in touch every step of the way. Thank you for all your great work.
Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Thank you
These guys held my hand every step of the way and were able to get a settlement that satisfied all parties - thanks
James Johnson
Replied last December 6, 2018Thank you so much! So glad all worked out.
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Experience
Honors
2018
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2017
Community Award, Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2017
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Trial Lawyers
2016
Excellence, AVVO
2016
Community Award, MADD
2016
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
2014 Litigator Award, Trial Lawyers Board of Regents
2015
Supporter Walk Like MADD, Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2015
Community Award, MADD
2014
Supporter Walk Like MADD, Mothers Against Drunk Driving
2014
Clients Choice, AVVO
2013
Trial Lawyers of Excllence Award, California Lawyers Group
2012
Trial Lawyers of Excellence Award, California Lawyers Group
2011
Trial Lawyers of Excellence Award, California Lawyers Group
1985
Governor's Cub Award, California State University
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Founding Attorney, Johnson Attorneys Group
2006 - 2010
Partner, Seegmiller Johnson Attorneys
1996 - 2006
Office Manager/Law Clerk, Seegmiller Attorneysg
1995 - 1996
IT Tech, Specialty Steel
1993 - 1995
Insurance clerk, Claims Management
Associations
2015 - Present
The American Association for JusticeMember
2006 - Present
The Professional Association of the Consumer Attorneys of Los AngelesMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Trial Lawyers of ExcellenceAttorney Member
2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Commercial Vehicle Crash
$975,000
Defective airbag case
Confidential settlement
Motorcycle Accident
$750,000
Truck Accident
$750,000
Car Accident
$665,000
Confidential
$1;.25 million settlement
Truck Accident
$893,253 settlement
Truck Accident
$965,000
Motorcycle Accident
$100,000 settlement
Education
2009
Jerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
Certificate
2007
Harvard Law School Program of Instruction for Lawyers
Certificate
2005
Trinity Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
California State University, Sacramento
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
University of Utah
Speaking Engagements
2017
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Awards Luncheon in Anaheim
Drunk Driving
2014
Walk Like MADD
Award Annoucement
2004
M&L Legal Marketing and Management Conference
Law Firm Marketing
Publications
2018
2018
Coastline College
Stories of Impact
2018
2018
Coast Colleges
Stories of Impact
2018
2018
CollegeScholarships.com
2018 Never Drink and Drive Scholarship Essay Competition
2017
2017
2016
Women Free Time
Around Town
2016
Johnson Attorneys Group blog
Dodge Avenger Problems
2015
Los Angeles Times
Law firm aims to collect enough donated shoes to span H.B. Pier
2014
Johnson Attorneys Group blog
What you need to know about California car accident insurance claims.
2014
California Lemon Lawyers
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Transmission Issues Sour Driving Experience for Car Owners
2014
California Lemon Lawyers
Toyota Recalls 6.4 Million Vehicles for Safety Defects
2014
California Lemon Lawyers
GM Under Fire for Delayed Recall of Cars with Faulty Ignitions
2014
Johnson Attorneys Group Legal Blog
EL MONTE: 7 Drivers Involved in Crash on I-10 Freeway at Peck Road
2014
Johnson Attorneys Group Legal Blog
ORLAND: 10 Dead, 35 Injured in Head-on Crash with Bus, Fed Ex Truck and Car
2013
The Press Enterprise
Johnson Attorneys Group
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
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Q&A
Is yelling at your teenagers as of cussing and calling them names Child Abuse or/and against the law in California?
09 May 2019
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Does hiring a large personal injury firm get you larger settlement amount?
20 Dec 2018
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Low settlement for motorcycle accident?
06 Dec 2018