Atty. D. Kyle Johnson

Atty. D. Kyle Johnson

Kyle Johnson is a shareholder in Capell & Howard, P.C. Kyle was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1975 after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University, where he was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa.

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About D. Kyle Johnson at a glance

D. Kyle Johnson is a trusts, employment, business, and tax attorney based in Montgomery, Alabama, practicing at Capell & Howard PC. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama. Educated at The University of Alabama (LL.M., 1979) and The University of Alabama (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serves clients in Montgomery, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kyle Johnson is a shareholder in Capell & Howard, P.C
  • Kyle was admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 1975 after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University, where he was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa
  • Kyle received his Juris Doctorate degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Alabama, where he was a Hugo L. Black Scholar and a member of the Order of the Coif
  • He also received his LL.M. in Taxation, with honors, from the University of Alabama
  • Kyle is a native of Auburn, Alabama
  • Prior to joining the firm, Kyle served on active duty in the U.S
  • Army Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps, and afterwards, in the Alabama Army National Guard JAG Corps, retiring at the rank of lieutenant colonel
  • At Capell & Howard, Kyle’s practice consists primarily of mergers and acquisitions, corporate and business law, representation of professional practices, and estate planning
  • He is listed in The Best Lawyers of America

Practice Areas Explained

D. Kyle Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

D. Kyle Johnson is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →

Employment Law

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

D. Kyle Johnson is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →

Business & Corporate Law

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

D. Kyle Johnson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Tax Law

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

D. Kyle Johnson is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about D. Kyle Johnson

Where is D. Kyle Johnson's law office located?
D. Kyle Johnson's law practice is located in Montgomery, Alabama. The firm is Capell & Howard PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D. Kyle Johnson handle?
D. Kyle Johnson focuses on trusts, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did D. Kyle Johnson go to law school?
D. Kyle Johnson earned their education at (LL.M., 1979); (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact D. Kyle Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact D. Kyle 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 D. Kyle Johnson received?
D. Kyle Johnson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:.

Education

LL.M.
The University of Alabama
- 1979
J.D.
The University of Alabama
- 1975
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1972

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Income Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating Award
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The University of Alabama School of Law - Hugo L. Black Scholar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Order of the Coif
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Montgomery)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Montgomery)
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama

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