Atty. Carnell Johnson
Prior to pursuing a career in law and after obtaining his undergraduate degree, Carnell worked for several years with the Law Office of William D. Manns, a general practitioner in Newark, NJ.
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Carnell Johnson is a Partner/Co-Founder based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Johnson & Nicholson, PLLC. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on green cards, dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, and child custody. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2007) and North Carolina United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina United States (2008). Educated at Rutgers University Law School (J.D., 2007) and Seton Hall University (B.A. History, 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Prior to pursuing a career in law and after obtaining his undergraduate degree, Carnell worked for several years with the Law Office of William D. Manns, a general practitioner in Newark, NJ
- While there, Carnell was exposed to many facets of law
- He attended court proceedings, assisted with depositions and prepared legal memoranda
- During law school, he participated in the Special Education Law Clinic, where he represented parents of children with special needs
- Carnell also worked for Thomas R. Ashley, one of best trial lawyers in the country
- While working for Mr. Ashley, Carnell was exposed to an array of complex cases, including civil RICO cases involving the Long Shoreman’s Association of New York, federal racketeering cases, medical malpractice and administrative issues
- This opportunity provided him with a wealth of experience that he still relies upon
- After graduating from law school, he continued to work with Thomas R. Ashley and later worked with the New Jersey Attorney General
- Professional and Training: Carnell’s legal experience includes complex family based immigration, federal and state criminal cases, personal injury and small business representation
- He worked with the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office in Charlotte prior to co-founding Johnson & Nicholson, PLLC
Awards
Carnell was named as a 2019 North Carolina Rising Super Lawyer and has been elected to the Business North Carolina 2019 Legal Elite
Family
- Carnell and Elaine met while working at the same law firm
- They married in August 2007 and have a daughter
- When he is not in the office, Carnell enjoys international travel and going to the beach
Memberships
- Carnell is member of the New Jersey State Bar, North Carolina State Bar and Mecklenburg County Bar
- He is also an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association, North Carolina Advocates for Justice (formerly North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers), American Bar Association, and American Association for Justice (formerly American Trial Lawyers Association), American Immigration Lawyers’ Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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