Atty. Rick D Johnson
Rick D Johnson is a lawyer practicing education law, intellectual property. Rick received a B.A. degree from North Dakota State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Education Law & More Attorney · Serving Fargo, ND · 49+ Years Experience
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About Rick D Johnson at a Glance
Rick D Johnson is a Gen. Coun. based in Fargo, North Dakota. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on ip and education. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1977), U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1980). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., 1977) and North Dakota State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Fargo, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick D Johnson
- Rick D Johnson is a lawyer practicing education law, intellectual property
- Rick received a B.A. degree from North Dakota State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Rick practices in Fargo, ND
Practice Areas Explained
Rick D Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick D Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fargo.
Intellectual Property in Fargo
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Rick D Johnson is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in North Dakota →
Education Law in Fargo
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Rick D Johnson is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in North Dakota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fargo
Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fargo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota 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 North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fargo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fargo-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 Fargo Choose Rick D 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 Rick D Johnson's practice in the field of ip and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rick D Johnson brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Dakota, U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, Rick D Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip and education, Rick D Johnson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fargo
A Fargo-based practice means Rick D Johnson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Rick D Johnson Handles in Fargo
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Rick D Johnson has experience with under North Dakota 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 Rick D Johnson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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