Atty. Brian Todd Johnson

Atty. Brian Todd Johnson

As a tenacious, wise, and responsive business litigator and trial attorney, Brian Johnson has 25+ years of experience successfully leading clients through the minefields of litigation in state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, and through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. His relentless approach to representation has led to a track record of success.

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Bankruptcy, Restructuring And Creditors' Rights & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 31+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Brian Todd Johnson at a Glance

Brian Todd Johnson is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Isaac Wiles Burkholder & Miller, LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1995) and Trinity Divinity School (M.Div. Wheaton, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional & Community Activities Professional Ohio State Bar Association Columbus Bar Association Central Ohio Christian Legal Society Community Christian Legal Society - Central Ohio Board of Directors Living Undivided - Certified Facilitator. Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Brian Todd Johnson

  • As a tenacious, wise, and responsive business litigator and trial attorney, Brian Johnson has 25+ years of experience successfully leading clients through the minefields of litigation in state and federal courts, administrative proceedings, and through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
  • His relentless approach to representation has led to a track record of success
  • Brian focuses his business counseling, conflict management, and dispute resolution practice in the arenas of complex commercial litigation, multi-state arbitration, banking and financial institutions, including credit restructuring, receiverships, and workouts, technology and trade secrets protection, business “divorces” and shareholder disputes, business torts, and general business litigation
  • Brian has counseled and represented clients from some of the largest entities in the United States to individuals and sole proprietorships in managing conflicts, resolving business disputes, and litigating claims and defenses
  • He has successfully led clients through litigation in trial courts, appellate courts, administrative authorities, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, including multi-state arbitration and mediation
  • Honors •Columbus CEO Top Lawyers, 2023

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Todd Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Todd Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.

Business & Corporate Law in Columbus

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law in Columbus

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt in Columbus

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Brian Todd Johnson is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Land Use & Zoning in Columbus

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Civil Litigation in Columbus

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus

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

Columbus Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Brian Todd Johnson

Where is Brian Todd Johnson's law office located?
Brian Todd Johnson's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Isaac Wiles Burkholder & Miller, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Todd Johnson handle?
Brian Todd Johnson focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Brian Todd Johnson practiced law?
Brian Todd Johnson has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Brian Todd Johnson go to law school?
Brian Todd Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (M.Div. Wheaton, 1992).
How can I contact Brian Todd Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Todd Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian Todd Johnson received?
Brian Todd Johnson's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Columbus Choose Brian Todd Johnson

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Todd Johnson's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, and litigation.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Brian Todd Johnson brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Brian Todd Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Columbus

A Columbus-based practice means Brian Todd Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Brian Todd Johnson Handles in Columbus

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Todd Johnson has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
Chapter 7 liquidation
Bankruptcy
Chapter 13 repayment plans
Bankruptcy
Debt negotiation
Bankruptcy
Creditor harassment defense
Bankruptcy

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Todd Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1995
M.Div. Wheaton
Trinity Divinity School
- 1992

Awards & Professional Honors

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Ohio
Admitted: 1995

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