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Erik James Johnson
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Deputy Public Defender at the Maricopa County Office of the Public Defender.
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Licensed in Arizona for 6 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 14 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2011
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Posted by Trevor | October 25, 2019
Excellent representation
The quality and promptness of service and advise Mr. Johnson delivered was above and beyond what I'd imagined. Truely making me feel in good hands. I will only call Erik, first, without delay in the moment of legal concern.
Posted by JG | August 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Don’t leave it to chance!
Facing potentially life changing charges and the criminal justice system is a terrifying experience. It gives me anxiety just thinking about it. You feel helpless at the mercy of the courts. The criminal justice system is structured to keep you wrapped up in it and squeeze as much money out of you fo...
Erik James Johnson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Erik is a talented trial lawyer who cares deeply about his clients. Although he may be new to Arizona he's quickly established an outstanding reputation within the community. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to Erik."
"I highly endorse Erik Johnson. He is an exceptional trial attorney and skilled advocate. His dedication to his clients is second to none. There are few attorneys who share his passion. His results speak for themselves."
"I worked with Erik for 5 years during our time in the Colorado state public defender system. He earned a reputation amongst his co-workers, court staff, and opposing counsel as a hard nosed litigator who was not afraid to take a case to trial. Erik's work ethic is second to none and you will not find someone who will be willing to work harder to get you the results you deserve. He practices with compassion, tenacity, and diligence, which makes him an exceptional choice for any case heading toward trial. Erik is also highly skilled in mitigation investigations and negotiation for serious cases. If you want an attorney that will learn about your individual needs and tailor the representation to get you the best result possible, he is your guy."
"I worked with Erik for two years while he was with the Colorado State Public Defenders. He is an incredible attorney - passionate, aggressive, and brilliant. He has the experience and track record to handle any criminal case and the skills and tenacity to get the best result possible."
"Erik is a sharp and principled attorney, who is unwavering in his dedication to his clients. He has a genuine passion for helping the helpless and fighting for those who most need it."
"I have known Erik Johnson for 10 years and worked with him as a criminal defense attorney for almost 6 years. He is a dedicated and incredible attorney, one who showed a great deal of passion for his client's cases, routinely going above and beyond to ensure they received a full-throated defense. Unsurprisingly, that passion resulted in not guilty verdicts and favorable dispositions. He is respected by the Judge's he appears before, the opposing attorneys he goes against, his colleagues, and most importantly, his clients!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
Arizona Top 40 Under 40 Selectee, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
Public Interest Student of the Year, Roger Williams University School of Law
2011
Defense Clinic Student of the Year, Roger Williams University School of Law
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, The Dr. Lawyer
2019 - 2019
Of Counsel, Wong and Carter, PC
2011 - 2018
Supervising Attorney, Colorado State Public Defenders Office
Associations
2019 - Present
Maricopa County Bar Association
2019 - Present
Criminal Law Section of Maricopa County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Ibarra (Jury Trial) 1st Degree Murder
Guilty 1st Degree Murder
State v. Quintero (Jury Trial) Assault with Deadly Weapon
Not Guilty Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Not Guilty Vehicle Trespass, Guilty Menacing
State v. Richard (Jury Trial) Stalking
Guilty of Stalking
State v. Johnson (Jury Trial) 1st Degree Murder (Domestic Violence)
Guilty of 1st Degree Murder
State v. Martinez (Jury Trial) Attempted 1st Degree Murder (Domestic Violence)
Guilty Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Not Guilty Second Degree Assault
People v. Jones (Jury Trial) Meth Distribution and Possession of Gun by a Felon
Not Guilty All Counts
State v. Johnson (Jury Trial) Felony DUI
Guilty DUI - Sentence was much better than plea offer
State v. Hale (Jury Trial) Cocaine Distribution
Not Guilty Distribution of Controlled Substance, Guilty of lesser Charge of Possession
State v. McCoy (Jury Trial) First Degree Murder
Not Guilty First Degree Murder, Guilty Second Degree Murder
State v. Cardenas 2 (Jury Trial) Aggravated Robbery
Not Guilty All Counts, including Aggravated Robbery Charges
State v. Cardenas 1 (Jury Trial) Aggravated Robbery
Mistrial - Hung Jury
State v. Brittany (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty All Counts
State v. Ochoa-Lopez (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty of more serious Assault charge, guilty of Harassment
State v. D (Jury Trial)
Guilty of Unlawful Sexual Behavior
State v. Moore (Jury Trial)
Guilty DWI
State v. Williams (Jury Trial)
DUI Charges Dismissed on Day 2 of Trial
State v. Vargas (Jury Trial)
Mistrial
State v. Barella (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty Prohibited Use of a Weapon
State v. Riedel (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty All Counts
State v. Jason Z. (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty of the Unlawful Sexual Behavior Charge
State v. Graham (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty of All Counts
State v. Ms. Craig (Jury Trial) Child Abuse
Guilty - Misdemeanor Child Abuse and Assault
State v. Wang (Jury Trial) Sexual Assault and Assault
Not Guilty of misdemeanor Sexual Assault, and Guilty of Assault.
State v. Goodman (Jury Trial)
Not Guilty of Harassment and Destruction of Property, Guilty Menacing.
State v. McGee (Jury Trial)
Guilty of 3rd Degree Assault (Domestic Violence)
Education
2011
Roger Williams University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science in Finance
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Was ticketed for shoplifting, not arrested/nor have been convicted. (Court ongoing) Do I HAVE to ✔ yes to the shoplifting (?) ?
30 Sep 2019
Q&A
Why were additional drug charges made a year after I was arrested for theft the
17 Sep 2019
Q&A
What can I do in if a plea is offered im going into donald advisement. I want to get refused no prison How can I bargain?
17 Sep 2019