Atty. Deanna Bell Johnson

Atty. Deanna Bell Johnson

Deanna Bell Johnson is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law. Deanna received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Franklin Franklin 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Deanna Bell Johnson at a glance

Deanna Bell Johnson is a criminal defense, employment, business, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Franklin, Tennessee. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1991). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Franklin, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deanna Bell Johnson is a lawyer practicing employment law, business litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Deanna received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Deanna practices in Franklin, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Deanna Bell Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deanna Bell Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Deanna Bell Johnson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Deanna Bell Johnson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Deanna Bell Johnson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Deanna Bell Johnson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Deanna Bell Johnson is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Franklin are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Deanna Bell Johnson

Where is Deanna Bell Johnson's law office located?
Deanna Bell Johnson's law practice is located in Franklin, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deanna Bell Johnson handle?
Deanna Bell Johnson focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Deanna Bell Johnson practiced law?
Deanna Bell Johnson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Deanna Bell Johnson go to law school?
Deanna Bell Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Deanna Bell Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1991

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