Atty. James T. Johnson

Atty. James T. Johnson

James T. (Jim) Johnson brings a quarter century of litigation experience and courtroom success to his clients.

Raleigh Raleigh 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James T. Johnson at a glance

James T. Johnson is an Attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Middle District North Carolina (1992), North Carolina (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1992), and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1992). Educated at University of North Carolina Law School (J.D., 1992) and Duke University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wake County Bar Association North Carolina Bar Association American Bar Association North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James T. (Jim) Johnson brings a quarter century of litigation experience and courtroom success to his clients
  • He is a 1992 graduate of UNC School of Law at Chapel Hill and holds his undergraduate degree from Duke
  • Born in Savannah but raised in Raleigh, he is a veteran Tar Heel lawyer with a passion for client service
  • Jim’s trial practice focuses on high-end civil matters, including complex injuries, medical and professional malpractice, libel and slander matters, civil rights infringement and complex commercial issues
  • His early professional service provided him with a range of courtroom experience from criminal, white collar and tax evasion prosecution to insurance defense matters
  • In his own private practice, Jim’s deep knowledge attained in his early career on “the other side of the fence” has benefitted clients tremendously over the years
  • Having accumulated thousands of hours in the courtroom and negotiated hundreds of settlements with insurance companies, he can help clients maximize settlement values in a range of civil matters or fearlessly and efficiently move a matter to trial
  • Approachable, communicative, and friendly to his clients, tough and formidable to his opponents, Jim is a seasoned trial lawyer with the experience and perseverance to make a difference in the outcome of your case
  • Make sure he is in your corner
  • Call for a free consultation today

Practice Areas Explained

James T. Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

James T. Johnson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in North Carolina →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James T. Johnson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

Wrongful Death

James T. Johnson is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →

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.

James T. Johnson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James T. Johnson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James T. Johnson

Where is James T. Johnson's law office located?
James T. Johnson's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T. Johnson handle?
James T. Johnson focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James T. Johnson practiced law?
James T. Johnson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James T. Johnson go to law school?
James T. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James T. Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact James T. 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 James T. Johnson received?
James T. Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina Law School
- 1992
B.A.
Duke University
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

U.S. District Court, Middle District North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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