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.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Montgomery, AL
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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.
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About 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases D. Kyle Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Montgomery.
Trusts in Montgomery
D. Kyle Johnson is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →
Employment Law in Montgomery
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
D. Kyle Johnson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alabama →
Business & Corporate Law in Montgomery
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
D. Kyle Johnson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →
Tax Law in Montgomery
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
D. Kyle Johnson is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Alabama →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Montgomery
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.
Montgomery Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Montgomery-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Montgomery Choose D. Kyle 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 D. Kyle Johnson's practice in the field of trusts, employment, business, and tax.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, employment, and business, D. Kyle Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Montgomery
A Montgomery-based practice means D. Kyle Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues D. Kyle Johnson Handles in Montgomery
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