Atty. Michael Howard Johnson
Michael Howard Johnson is a lawyer practicing insurance, civil litigation, consumer law and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Brentwood, TN · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael Howard Johnson at a Glance
Michael Howard Johnson is a Member based in Brentwood, Tennessee, practicing at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, foreclosure, litigation, consumer, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1989). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1989) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Tennessee Bar Association Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Brentwood, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Howard Johnson
- Michael Howard Johnson is a lawyer practicing insurance, civil litigation, consumer law and 9 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Tate, Wilson, Johnson, Meyer & Cherry, PLLC in Brentwood, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Howard Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Howard Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brentwood.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Brentwood
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael Howard Johnson is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Tennessee →
Foreclosure Defense in Brentwood
Michael Howard Johnson is one of 14,094 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Brentwood
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Howard Johnson is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Consumer Protection in Brentwood
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Michael Howard Johnson is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Tennessee →
Insurance Law in Brentwood
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael Howard Johnson is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brentwood
Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Brentwood are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Brentwood Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brentwood-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Brentwood Choose Michael Howard Johnson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Howard Johnson's practice in the field of bankruptcy, foreclosure, litigation, consumer, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Howard Johnson brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, foreclosure, and litigation, Michael Howard Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brentwood
A Brentwood-based practice means Michael Howard Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Howard Johnson Handles in Brentwood
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Howard Johnson has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Howard Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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