Atty. Brett Richard Johnson

Atty. Brett Richard Johnson

Brett Richard Johnson is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation, privacy in the workplace and 2 other areas of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1988, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Chicago Chicago 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett Richard Johnson at a glance

Brett Richard Johnson is a employment, employment contracts, and internet attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2004). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2003) and University of Minnesota (B.A. University, 1988). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brett Richard Johnson is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation, privacy in the workplace and 2 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1988, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Brett practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Richard Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett Richard Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Employment Contracts

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Brett Richard Johnson's law office located?
Brett Richard Johnson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Richard Johnson handle?
Brett Richard Johnson focuses on employment, employment contracts, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brett Richard Johnson practiced law?
Brett Richard Johnson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Brett Richard Johnson go to law school?
Brett Richard Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. University, 1988).
How can I contact Brett Richard Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2003
B.A. University
University of Minnesota
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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