Atty. John Richard Johnson

Atty. John Richard Johnson

John Richard Johnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Newark Newark 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About John Richard Johnson at a glance

John Richard Johnson is a criminal defense attorney based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1994). Educated at Seton Hall University (J.D., 1993) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Richard Johnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • John practices in Newark, NJ

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John Richard Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Richard Johnson 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 New Jersey

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

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Where is John Richard Johnson's law office located?
John Richard Johnson's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Richard Johnson handle?
John Richard Johnson focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John Richard Johnson practiced law?
John Richard Johnson has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did John Richard Johnson go to law school?
John Richard Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1988).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University
- 1993
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1994

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