Atty. Joan Denton Johnson

Atty. Joan Denton Johnson

Joan Denton Johnson is a lawyer practicing civil rights, business law, real estate. Joan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

West Des Moines West Des Moines 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Joan Denton Johnson at a glance

Joan Denton Johnson is a Gen. Coun. & V.P. based in West Des Moines, Iowa. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1992). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1992) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in West Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joan Denton Johnson is a lawyer practicing civil rights, business law, real estate
  • Joan received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Joan practices in West Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Joan Denton Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Rights

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

Joan Denton Johnson is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 West Des Moines 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 Joan Denton Johnson

Where is Joan Denton Johnson's law office located?
Joan Denton Johnson's law practice is located in West Des Moines, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joan Denton Johnson handle?
Joan Denton Johnson focuses on business, real estate, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Joan Denton Johnson practiced law?
Joan Denton Johnson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Joan Denton Johnson go to law school?
Joan Denton Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Joan Denton Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Joan Denton 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 Joan Denton Johnson received?
Joan Denton Johnson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1992
B.B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1992

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