Atty. William D. Johnson

Atty. William D. Johnson

William D. Johnson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, probate & estate planning, elder law & disability rights section and 1 other area of law.

Southfield Southfield 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (248) 965-9475

Profile Summary

About William D. Johnson at a glance

William D. Johnson is a Member based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at William D. Johnson, PLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, bankruptcy, foreclosure, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996). Educated at Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University (J.D., 1994) and Walsh College (B.B.A., 1990). Serves clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William D. Johnson is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, probate & estate planning, elder law & disability rights section and 1 other area of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from Walsh College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • William practices at William D. Johnson, PLC in Southfield, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William D. Johnson's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

William D. Johnson is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

William D. Johnson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Michigan →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William D. Johnson is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Michigan →

Foreclosure Defense

William D. Johnson is one of 12,926 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Michigan →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

William D. Johnson is one of 47,923 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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 Southfield 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William D. Johnson

Where is William D. Johnson's law office located?
William D. Johnson's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm is William D. Johnson, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William D. Johnson handle?
William D. Johnson focuses on probate, estate planning, bankruptcy, foreclosure, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William D. Johnson practiced law?
William D. Johnson has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did William D. Johnson go to law school?
William D. Johnson earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.B.A., 1990).
How can I contact William D. Johnson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University
- 1994
B.B.A.
Walsh College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1996

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