Atty. Alec S. Johnston

Atty. Alec S. Johnston

Alec Johnston brings a unique perspective to Chisholm Law Group, LLC, where he focuses on estate planning and trust administration. Before moving into private practice, Alec spent a full decade at the IRS.

Bethesda Bethesda 7 yrs experience 7 year
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Profile Summary

About Alec S. Johnston at a glance

Alec S. Johnston is an Associate based in Bethesda, Maryland, practicing at Chisholm Law Group, LLC. They have 7+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2019. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2019) and Maryland (2020). Educated at George Mason University School of Law J.D. (—) and Georgetown University Law Center LL.M. (—). Serands clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Alec Johnston brings a unique perspective to Chisholm Law Group, LLC, where he focuses on estate planning and trust administration
  • Before moving into private practice, Alec spent a full decade at the IRS
  • He wasn’t just handling paperwork
  • he worked in legislative affairs and national stakeholder relations, supporting senior leadership all the way up to the Commissioner’s office
  • This deep insider knowledge of how federal systems operate is a massive asset for his clients today
  • Alec also holds a Master of Public Policy from the Willy Brandt School in Germany, which gives him a broad, international outlook on management and relations
  • He knows exactly how to navigate complex bureaucracies and translate that high-level experience into practical service for families
  • Whether you’re setting up a trust or navigating the complexities of an estate, Alec uses his background in policy and federal relations to ensure everything is handled with the precision you’d expect from someone who has worked at the highest levels of government

Practice Areas Explained

Alec S. Johnston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alec S. Johnston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bethesda are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alec S. Johnston

Where is Alec S. Johnston's law office located?
Alec S. Johnston's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. The firm is Chisholm Law Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alec S. Johnston handle?
Alec S. Johnston focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Alec S. Johnston practiced law?
Alec S. Johnston has 7+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2019.
Where did Alec S. Johnston go to law school?
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Education

George Mason University School of Law J.D.
- In Progress
Georgetown University Law Center LL.M.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2019
Maryland
Admitted: 2020

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