Atty. David Blake Johnson
David Blake Johnson is a lawyer practicing energy law, administrative law, utility law and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Albany, NY · 32+ Years Experience
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About David Blake Johnson at a Glance
David Blake Johnson is a Member based in Albany, New York, practicing at Read and Laniado, LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1994), New York (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ne (1995). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1994) and University of Connecticut (B.A., 1991). Serves clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Blake Johnson
- David Blake Johnson is a lawyer practicing energy law, administrative law, utility law and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Connecticut in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- David practices at Read and Laniado, LLP in Albany, NY
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David Blake Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Blake Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albany.
Civil Litigation in Albany
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Albany
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
David Blake Johnson is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →
Energy & Utilities Law in Albany
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
David Blake Johnson is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albany
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albany are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Albany Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albany-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 Albany Choose David Blake 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 David Blake Johnson's practice in the field of litigation, government, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Blake Johnson brings 32+ 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 Connecticut, New York, and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ne, David Blake Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, government, and energy, David Blake Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albany
A Albany-based practice means David Blake 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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