Civil Practice & More Attorney · Serving Durham, NC · 46+ Years Experience
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About Daniel S. Johnson at a Glance
Daniel S. Johnson is a contracts, personal injury, business, traffic, and litigation attorney based in Durham, North Carolina. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1980) and University of North Carolina (B.S., 1976). Serves clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel S. Johnson
- Mr. Daniel S. Johnson is a lawyer practicing general practice, civil practice, federal practice and 5 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Daniel practices in Durham, NC
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel S. Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel S. Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Durham.
Contracts in Durham
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in North Carolina →
Personal Injury in Durham
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →
Business & Corporate Law in Durham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →
Traffic Violations in Durham
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 14,395 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in North Carolina →
Civil Litigation in Durham
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Durham
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 Durham 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 venue, 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.
Durham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Durham-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 Durham Choose Daniel S. 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 S. Johnson's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, business, traffic, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel S. Johnson brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Carolina, U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, Daniel S. Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and business, Daniel S. Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Durham
A Durham-based practice means Daniel S. Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel S. Johnson Handles in Durham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel S. Johnson has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel S. Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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