Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Elkhorn, WI · 23+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Daniel S. Johnson at a Glance
Daniel S. Johnson is a criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2003). Serves clients in Elkhorn, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Daniel S. Johnson in Elkhorn
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Daniel S. Johnson
- Hon. Daniel S. Johnson is a lawyer practicing family, estate planning, criminal defense
- Daniel has been licensed for 23 years
- Daniel practices in Elkhorn, WI
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 Elkhorn.
Criminal Defense in Elkhorn
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Wisconsin →
Family Law in Elkhorn
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Wisconsin →
Estate Planning & Probate in Elkhorn
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Daniel S. Johnson is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Elkhorn
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Elkhorn are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Elkhorn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Elkhorn-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.
Looking for additional Wisconsin attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Elkhorn or all attorneys in Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Daniel S. Johnson
Where is Daniel S. Johnson's law office located?
What practice areas does Daniel S. Johnson handle?
How long has Daniel S. Johnson practiced law?
How can I contact Daniel S. Johnson for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Elkhorn 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 criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel S. Johnson brings 23+ 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 criminal defense, family law, and estate planning, 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 Elkhorn
A Elkhorn-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 Elkhorn
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel S. Johnson has experience with under Wisconsin 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.
Search Reference
How People Find Daniel S. Johnson Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Elkhorn commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Daniel S. Johnson.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Daniel S. Johnson directly.
Daniel S. Johnson's Practice Areas & Specializations
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Daniel S. Johnson
No reviews yet.