Atty. J. Richard Johnson

Atty. J. Richard Johnson

Atty. J.

Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Richard Johnson at a glance

J. Richard Johnson is a Partner based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, practicing at Johnson & Legislador, P.L.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U (1978) and Wisconsin (2009). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1978) and Marietta College (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Linn County and Iowa State Bar Associations Iowa Defense Counsel Association The Iowa Association of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, Inc. Serands clients in Cedar Rapids, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. J. Richard Johnson is a lawyer practicing social security, animal & dog bites, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.A. degree from Marietta College in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • J. practices at Johnson & Legislador, P.L.C. in Cedar Rapids, IA

Practice Areas Explained

J. Richard Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

J. Richard Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

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

J. Richard Johnson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

J. Richard Johnson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

J. Richard Johnson is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Iowa →

Securities Law

J. Richard Johnson is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Richard Johnson

Where is J. Richard Johnson's law office located?
J. Richard Johnson's law practice is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The firm is Johnson & Legislador, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Richard Johnson handle?
J. Richard Johnson focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has J. Richard Johnson practiced law?
J. Richard Johnson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did J. Richard Johnson go to law school?
J. Richard Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact J. Richard Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact J. Richard Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has J. Richard Johnson received?
J. Richard Johnson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1978
B.A.
Marietta College
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa U
Admitted: 1978
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2009

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