Atty. Ronald W. Johnson

Atty. Ronald W. Johnson

Experience Ron Johnson joined Touchstone Bernays in 1978, and is managing partner of the firm. His practice is devoted exclusively to litigation in both federal and state courts.

Dallas Dallas 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Ronald W. Johnson at a glance

Ronald W. Johnson is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Touchstone Bernays Law Firm. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas (1978). Educated at University of Texas (J.D., 1978) and Trinity University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Experience Ron Johnson joined Touchstone Bernays in 1978, and is managing partner of the firm
  • His practice is devoted exclusively to litigation in both federal and state courts
  • He has tried over 100 cases in venues across the state including complex cases with high damage potential
  • Areas of Practice ConstructionProducts LiabilityProfessional Malpractice including medical, psychiatric, legal, insurance, accounting, and other professionsPremises and SecurityBusiness and CommercialTrucks and EquipmentIntellectual Property/Advertising LiabilityPersonal Injury Representative Clients API GroupBrookshire Grocery CompanyFireman’s Fund Insurance CompaniesPhiladelphia Insurance CompaniesRogers O’Brien Construction CompanySt
  • Paul/TravelersTrek Bicycle CorporationTurner Construction CompanyWestern World Insurance Group Representative Cases Successfully defended large gas filtration company in federal court in $58 million damage and injunction suit involving allegations of unfair competition, product misrepresentation, and interference with contract.Successfully defended physician in a $6 million malpractice case involving alleged improper diagnosis of cancer.Successfully defended warehouse operator in an injury case involving equipment operation and truck loading activities.Successfully defended retailer in case involving allegations of false imprisonment and discrimination.Successfully defended contractor in case involving scaffold failure.Successfully defended nationwide retailer in $1,600,000 premises liability case.Successfully defended accounting/auditing firm in $56,000,000 professional negligence case filed by State Board of Insurance as receiver for insolvent insurance company.Successfully defended national retailer and jewelry importer in trademark infringement case seeking damages in excess of $50,000,000
  • Professional Affiliations State Bar of TexasDallas Bar AssociationFederation of Defense and Corporate Counsel (FDCC) Education University of Texas School of Law, Austin, TX
  • J.D. 1978
  • Trinity University, San Antonio, TX
  • B.A. 1975

Major

  • Business Administration
  • Admitted Texas, 1978
  • U. S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit, 1986
  • United States Supreme Court, 1988
  • United States District Courts for Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Texas
  • Personal Information Born 1953, Corpus Christi, Texas
  • Married to Sharon Johnson and has two daughters
  • Honors & Awards Best Lawyers in America 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas 2011.Named by the Dallas Business Journal as one of the top fifteen business defense attorneys in the Dallas/Ft
  • Worth Metroplex for 2009
  • Continually selected as Texas Super Lawyer every year since 2004

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald W. Johnson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald W. Johnson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ronald W. Johnson

Where is Ronald W. Johnson's law office located?
Ronald W. Johnson's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Touchstone Bernays Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald W. Johnson handle?
Ronald W. Johnson focuses on business, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Ronald W. Johnson practiced law?
Ronald W. Johnson has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Ronald W. Johnson go to law school?
Ronald W. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Ronald W. Johnson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ronald W. Johnson received?
Ronald W. Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas
- 1978
B.A.
Trinity University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1978

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