Atty. Stephen D. Johnson

Atty. Stephen D. Johnson

Stephen D. Johnson is a lawyer practicing mediation, alternative dispute resolution, family law and 27 other areas of law.

Bethesda Bethesda 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (301) 202-1019

Profile Summary

About Stephen D. Johnson at a glance

Stephen D. Johnson is a Managing Partner based in Bethesda, Maryland. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1976), District of Columbia (1978), Texas (1982), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (2002). Educated at George Washington University National School of Law (J.D., 1976) and University of Washington (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Bethesda, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen D. Johnson is a lawyer practicing mediation, alternative dispute resolution, family law and 27 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Stephen practices in Bethesda, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D. Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Stephen D. Johnson is one of 27,615 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Maryland →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Stephen D. Johnson is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maryland →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Stephen D. Johnson is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Maryland →

Child Support

Stephen D. Johnson is one of 21,259 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen D. Johnson

Where is Stephen D. Johnson's law office located?
Stephen D. Johnson's law practice is located in Bethesda, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D. Johnson handle?
Stephen D. Johnson focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Stephen D. Johnson practiced law?
Stephen D. Johnson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Stephen D. Johnson go to law school?
Stephen D. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Stephen D. Johnson for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen D. Johnson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen D. Johnson received?
Stephen D. Johnson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University National School of Law
- 1976
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1978
Texas
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 2002

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