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Donna L. Johnston
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I have been an attorney since 1983. I was a high profile drug prosecutor in New Jersey for 3 years before moving to Washington State. I have the experience needed to help resolve your case!
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Licensed in Washington for 31 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
Licensed in New Jersey for 41 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1984
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 42 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1983
Location
Brumley & Hull, PLLC
1303 Central Avenue South, Suite 201, Kent, WA, 98032
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Posted by Terina | February 06, 2018
Very disappointed in this attorney, very rude and unprofessional.
I contacted this attorney told her my situation she offered to help and the just stopped all contact. I called her several times with no return calls. She was obviously ignoring me since when I called from a different number she answered my call. She acted like nothing had happened. I said hi this is...
Posted by Kimberlie | December 29, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Best Attorney
Ms Johnston was the best attorney money could buy. My son was a juvenile(age 16) facing very serious charges that would of sent him to prison for many years. With her hard work and negotiation skills my son was given a fair sentence and was released before his 21st birthday. Ms Johnston was very hon...
Donna L. Johnston's Lawyer Endorsements
"Donna has been invaluable in helping me better understand the nuances of the law, both criminal and family, and I am extremely grateful to be on the same team as her!"
"Donna is very knowledgeable and goes the extra mile for her clients. She is kind and supportive of her clients and colleagues. I endorse this lawyer."
"Donna Johnston offers high quality representation to people in all manner of circumstances. Her dedication to excellence is best reflected in the outcomes she achieves for her clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors."
"Donna has been a wonderful mentor to me since the beginning of my criminal law practice. She is very knowledgeable and her years as a prosecutor doing drug crimes in New Jersey really help her bring a special point of view to criminal defense work. She is an amazing person and I don't know what I would do without her! If you are looking for a great Criminal Defense attorney in Seattle, look no further! Donna is the solution!"
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Suspension issued in WA, 2021
updated on 12/01/2021This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Reprimand issued in WA, 2006
updated on 06/05/2010This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Reprimand issued in WA, 2003
updated on 06/05/2010This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2017
Mentor of the Year, Brumley & Hull, PLLC
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Senior Criminal Defense Attorney, Brumley & Hull, PLLC
1991 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Donna L. Johnston
Associations
2012 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationMember
1984 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2003
King County Bar AssociationMember
Education
1983
Rutgers University, Camden
JD - Juris Doctor