Atty. Cheryl Lea Johnson

Atty. Cheryl Lea Johnson

Cheryl Lea Johnson is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, equipment finance and leasing, public finance & tax exempt finance and 3 other areas of law. Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Westport Westport 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Cheryl Lea Johnson at a glance

Cheryl Lea Johnson is a Partner based in Westport, Connecticut, practicing at Verrill Dana LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1987) and Connecticut U.S. Tax Court (1993). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1990) and Lafayette College B.A. magna cum laude Lafayette College B.A. 1983 Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships Connecticut Bar Association American Bar Association New York Bar Association, Section of Taxation. Serands clients in Westport, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cheryl Lea Johnson is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, equipment finance and leasing, public finance & tax exempt finance and 3 other areas of law
  • Cheryl received a B.A. degree from Lafayette College, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Cheryl practices at Verrill Dana LLP in Westport, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl Lea Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Cheryl Lea Johnson

Where is Cheryl Lea Johnson's law office located?
Cheryl Lea Johnson's law practice is located in Westport, Connecticut. The firm is Verrill Dana LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl Lea Johnson handle?
Cheryl Lea Johnson focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Cheryl Lea Johnson practiced law?
Cheryl Lea Johnson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Cheryl Lea Johnson go to law school?
Cheryl Lea Johnson earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1990); (—).
How can I contact Cheryl Lea Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Cheryl Lea 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 Cheryl Lea Johnson received?
Cheryl Lea Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1990
Lafayette College B.A. magna cum laude Lafayette College B.A. 1983 Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
Connecticut U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1993

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