Teri E Johnson

Teri E Johnson

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 33 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Edmonds, WA
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

PO Box 6031, Edmonds, WA

About Teri

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 33 years

State: California

Acquired: 1992

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Teri E. Johnson

PO Box 6031, Edmonds, WA, 98026

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Teri E Johnson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

112 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 37 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Ken | May 22, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Really Impressive

Teri E Johnson knows her stuff. Her initial consultation was very thorough. Her follow-ups, her filing procedures, her way of explaining everything was top-notch. Don't even bother with anyone else. At my hearing I witnessed others who were represented by less than capable attorneys and was able to s...ee why I got luckier than I could have imagined by selecting her. Great to work with!

Posted by Tiffany | December 29, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Best Experience

Although bankruptcy is tough, embarrassing, and emotional to go through. Terri made this experience anything but that; it was smooth, she made me feel comfortable, and educated me along the way. I felt at ease right away. She was very easy to talk to, and get a hold of. All I can say is bankruptcy i...s difficult but Terri helped me not to feel ashamed, and let me know it would be ok. For the first time in years, I felt a huge weight lifted off of me. She's amazing to work with. Highly recommend her.

Posted by Roberta | December 16, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Best Lawer ever

Teri made my experience very understandable she knows the law very well! I was very scared about filing for bankruptcy but she put me at ease. I highly recommend Teri!

Posted by Jim, James, JB | August 28, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Review of the best bankcruptcy attorney

We had a very complicated case and I had to ask a myriad of questions! I didn't always remember the answers but she didn't lose patience with me. It took an inordinate amount of time to go through all the disarray of papers but she was always smiling and encouraging. She gave us the best advice an...d kept us posted on everything! Each case is different, so the specifics of our case would definitely not match those of another, but we kept everything and truly got a fresh start. If it is of any help, we had a large, noncollectable debt owed to us, part ownership in a timeshare, a high level of charitable giving, a mixed breed, but very expensive dog, equity in our home, and lots of stuff. I can't imagine ever doing this on your own and we are very grateful to have had Teri as our lawyer, THE BEST.

Posted by Trisha | May 19, 2014 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Teri Johnson, compassion to a T

Due to the slump in the economy our towing business was costing more than it was making and we just couldn't continue on the way we were, my husband and I made the tough choice and decided to close down his towing business. Due to an unfortunate equipment lease that we couldn’t get out of we were str...uggling with financially shutting the doors on the business. Our only option was bankruptcy. We thought the hardest part would be deciding to file, then I realized how hard it was to find a decent lawyer. Everyone I had talked with made me feel so embarrassed and ashamed. We had talked with a few other lawyers and all they wanted to do was rush us through the process, making me feel that if we didn't file within the month we might not qualify. I don't respond well to pressure. I knew nothing of bankruptcy, we never thought we'd be in this place and I just wasn't comfortable to move forward. I decided to continue shopping around. I found Teri on Google at 9:30 pm, very randomly. I decided to send her an email explaining our situation and if she could help. Thinking I'd get an email back in a few days. Nope she emailed me back within 7 minutes. After a few emails back and forth we had set a date for an initial meeting. The minute my husband and I walked through her office there was a sense of understanding, acceptance, and compassion. Teri connected with us and made us feel comfortable about our situation. She explained different options and what the steps and time frame would be. The fact that she handles everything herself was a pleasant and unexpected blessing! She is quick to respond to any form of communication but I appreciate her ability to communicate efficiently thorough email as that was the way I communicated best while juggling work. Teri was the best choice possible. She was there for us every step of the way and always made sure she had our best interests at heart. Any bump that came up in the road she was right there reassuring us what needed to be done and she handled it. Filing bankruptcy wasn't an easy choice for us however, Teri made the experience more than bearable! We highly recommend Teri to anyone who is considering bankruptcy. Take that first step and contact her and see for yourself.

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Teri E Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan Goplen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Teri Johnson. Not only is she highly intelligent, competent, and knowledgable, she is also compassionate and efficient. Whenever I have a client with a bankruptcy or debtor/creditor, she is the first attorney name I give out. And whenever I have a have a bankruptcy or debtor/creditor question in my own practice, she is the first person I call. I heartily endorse Teri."

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Ingrid Rudolph

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Teri is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney in bankruptcy matters and is compassionate and caring. I recommend her highly."

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Max Meyers

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Hanson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I refer everyone needing a bankruptcy attorney to Teri She is very experienced, competent and hard working. And she always puts her clients first. She is conveniently located near the Alderwood Mall."

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Bennett Taylor

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teri is an intelligent, thoughtful lawyer with a wealth of experience to handle the needs of her clients. I recommend Teri to anyone looking for a fresh start through bankruptcy."

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Andre Lang

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teri is a thoughtful and diligent attorney, with a flair for working with people. She is on my short list for attorney referrals regarding personal bankruptcy matters as a fellow Snohomish County practicioner. With any referral, she is eager to assit in a difficult situation, or to provide insight regarding other potential resources. It comes with great pleasure that I endorse her."

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Jamie Berenson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teri Johnson is professional, knowledgeable, principled, and trustworthy. She is able to balance her "know-how" with great compassion, empathy, and thoughtfulness. Bankruptcy is a difficult process in every way. Having Teri's personal attention makes it much more palatable."

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Paul Rosner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Teri Johnson is a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney. Teri is also a caring and compassionate person who will lookout for the best interests of her clients. I strongly endorse her."

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Michael Fisher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Teri is a very professional, knowledgeable bankruptcy attorney and I strongly endorse her."

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Steve Dashiak

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Yu-Chi Shen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a sharp and conscientious attorney who will protect her client's interests. Highly recommend."

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Lawrence Blue

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Hanson

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Bennett Taylor

Debt collection lawyer

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Andre Lang

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jamie Berenson

Workers compensation lawyer

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Michael Fisher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Paul Rosner

Insurance lawyer

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Susan Goplen

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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Yu-Chi Shen

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Ingrid Rudolph

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Lawrence Blue

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

1992

Moot Court Honors Program, Southwestern University School of Law

1992

Membership, Who’s Who Among American Law Students

1991

Moot Court Honors Program, Southwestern University School of Law

1991

Membership, Who’s Who Among American Law Students

1990

Moot Court Honors Program, Southwestern University School of Law

1990

Membership, Who’s Who Among American Law Students

N/A

University Scholarship, Southwestern University School of Law

N/A

Membership, Psi Chi National Honor Society

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, Law Office Of Teri E. Johnson, PLLC

2003 - 2005

Attorney, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith

1996 - 2003

Attorney, Reback, McAndrews & Kjar, LLP

1992 - 1996

Attorney, Kirtland & Packard

1991 - 1991

Judicial Extern, United States District Court, Central Distrist Of California, The Honorable Terry J. Hatter, Jr.

Associations

2012 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Member

2006 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Breuer v. Presta

Won summary judgment in Superior Court and successfully defended grant of summary judgment on appeal.

Benveniste v. Jose

Won (defense verdict) at trial.

Kennedy v. Carp

Won nonsuit

Scott v. Mandel

Won (defense verdict) at non-binding arbitration and won (defense verdict) at trial.

Yonamine v. Pham

Won (defense verdict) at arbitration.

El Monte v. Barr Door

Won summary judgment in Superior Court and successfully defended grant of summary judgment on appeal.

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Education

1992

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2004

Risk Management

Avoiding Malpractice Litigation

Publications

2001

The Advocate "A Defense Attorney’s Perspective: Cost-Benefit Assessment Prior to Taking Medical Malpractice Cases In Light Of Statutory Limits on Recoverable Damages."

Languages

English

Activity

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