Atty. Deborah A Johnston

Atty. Deborah A Johnston

Deborah A Johnston is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice. Deborah received a B.A. degree from Catholic University of America in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Greenbelt Greenbelt 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah A Johnston at a glance

Deborah A Johnston is an Asst. U.S. Atty., Dept. Of Jus. based in Greenbelt, Maryland. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1978) and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland including Trial Bar and U.S. District Court, District of C (1978). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1978) and Catholic University of America (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Greenbelt, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Deborah A Johnston is a lawyer practicing criminal law, general practice
  • Deborah received a B.A. degree from Catholic University of America in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Deborah practices in Greenbelt, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah A Johnston's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah A Johnston handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Greenbelt are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Deborah A Johnston's law office located?
Deborah A Johnston's law practice is located in Greenbelt, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah A Johnston handle?
Deborah A Johnston focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Deborah A Johnston practiced law?
Deborah A Johnston has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Deborah A Johnston go to law school?
Deborah A Johnston earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Deborah A Johnston received?
Deborah A Johnston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1978
B.A.
Catholic University of America
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland including Trial Bar and U.S. District Court, District of C
Admitted: 1978

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