Atty. Mark D. Johnson

Atty. Mark D. Johnson

Shareholder - Mark D. Johnson has been a partner with the firm's Litigation Practice Group since 1994, and is also part of the Governmental Affairs and Real Estate Practice Groups.

Brunswick Brunswick 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (912) 504-6967 Email

Profile Summary

About Mark D. Johnson at a glance

Mark D. Johnson is a Partner based in Brunswick, Georgia, practicing at Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & Martin, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1991). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of Georgia (B.B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Brunswick, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shareholder - Mark D. Johnson has been a partner with the firm's Litigation Practice Group since 1994, and is also part of the Governmental Affairs and Real Estate Practice Groups
  • Previously, Mr. Johnson practiced with King & Spalding on the Products Liability and Toxic Tort Team
  • He has also been actively involved in governmental affairs, including assisting clients with local and state government officials
  • Mr. Johnson is licensed to practice law in Georgia
  • He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration, magna cum laude, in International Business from the University of Georgia, and received his Juris Doctorate, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia School of Law
  • After law school, he clerked for the Honorable Dudley H. Bowen, Jr. in the Southern District of Georgia
  • Mr. Johnson is a member of St. Simons Wesley United Methodist Church where he has served on the Administrative Board and the Staff-Parish Relations Committee
  • He is also a past member of the Board of Directors for the Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce, the Glynn County United Way, and the University of Georgia National Alumni Association
  • Mr. Johnson is Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Magnolia Manor
  • Mr. Johnson is married to former Virginia (Ginny) Ray of Americus and has two sons and two daughters
  • He is an IFR rated private pilot and enjoys golf and snow skiing

Practice Areas Explained

Mark D. Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark D. 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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Product Liability

Mark D. Johnson is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Mark D. Johnson is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Brunswick are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark D. Johnson

Where is Mark D. Johnson's law office located?
Mark D. Johnson's law practice is located in Brunswick, Georgia. The firm is Gilbert, Harrell, Sumerford & Martin, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark D. Johnson handle?
Mark D. Johnson focuses on business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Mark D. Johnson practiced law?
Mark D. Johnson has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Mark D. Johnson go to law school?
Mark D. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Mark D. Johnson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mark D. Johnson received?
Mark D. Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1990
B.B.A.
University of Georgia
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1991

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