Atty. Robert B Johnston
Robert B Johnston is a lawyer practicing business & corporate law, employee benefits, labor and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Business & Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Royal Oak, MI · 42+ Years Experience
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About Robert B Johnston at a Glance
Robert B Johnston is an Attorney based in Royal Oak, Michigan, practicing at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1984) and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1984) and Albion College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships •State Bar of Michigan •Sections on Employee Benefits and Taxation. Serves clients in Royal Oak, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert B Johnston
- Robert B Johnston is a lawyer practicing business & corporate law, employee benefits, labor and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC in Royal Oak, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Robert B Johnston's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert B Johnston handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Royal Oak.
Employment Law in Royal Oak
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Immigration Law in Royal Oak
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Robert B Johnston is one of 40,259 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Michigan →
Business & Corporate Law in Royal Oak
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert B Johnston is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Tax Law in Royal Oak
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Robert B Johnston is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Royal Oak
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Royal Oak
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Royal Oak are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Royal Oak Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Royal Oak-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 Royal Oak Choose Robert B Johnston
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 Robert B Johnston's practice in the field of employment, immigration, business, tax, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert B Johnston brings 42+ 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 Michigan and U.S. Tax Court, Robert B Johnston can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, immigration, and business, Robert B Johnston can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Royal Oak
A Royal Oak-based practice means Robert B Johnston 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 Robert B Johnston Handles in Royal Oak
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert B Johnston has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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