Atty. Daniel E Johnson
Daniel E Johnson is a lawyer practicing litigation, trade secrets, employment and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Employment & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 43+ Years Experience
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About Daniel E Johnson at a Glance
Daniel E Johnson is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, trade secrets, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1983) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel E Johnson
- Daniel E Johnson is a lawyer practicing litigation, trade secrets, employment and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Daniel practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel E Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel E Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Employment Law in Washington
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel E Johnson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Trade Secrets in Washington
Daniel E Johnson is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel E Johnson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Government & Administrative Law in Washington
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Daniel E Johnson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Daniel E 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 Daniel E Johnson's practice in the field of employment, trade secrets, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel E Johnson brings 43+ 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 employment, trade secrets, and litigation, Daniel E Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Daniel E 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 Daniel E Johnson Handles in Washington
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