Adam T. Johnson

Adam T. Johnson is an accomplished criminal defense attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His practice spans serious felony cases and appellate advocacy. He has defended clients across the state, handling charges from first-degree murder to DUI, earning a reputation for thorough preparation and committed representation.

Adam completed his undergraduate studies at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, earning a B.A. in 2006. He then earned his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in 2009. He is admitted to practice in Minnesota, Wisconsin, California, the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court, giving him broad jurisdictional reach.

Since joining the bar, Adam has provided strategic criminal defense at every stage of a case—from pre-charge investigations and negotiations to jury trials and appeals. He has secured notable wins in state and federal courts, including multiple published appellate decisions. Guided by a strong commitment to due process, Adam uses a creative, detail-driven approach to deliver relentless, results-focused advocacy for every client.

Adam’s professional honors include Rising Star recognition from 2019–2023 and selection as a Super Lawyer in 2024. He is Lead Counsel Verified in criminal law and has been named a Top 40 Under 40 and a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers. His legal publications in the Bench & Bar of Minnesota and The Champion reflect his thought leadership.

In addition to practicing law, Adam T. Johnson actively contributes to the legal community. He has served on the Fourth District Ethics Committee, taught as an adjunct professor at Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and mentored youth through Minnesota High School Mock Trial. Adam continues to champion criminal defense through advocacy, scholarship, and mentorship, upholding the constitutional rights of every client he represents.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Lundgren & Johnson, PSC
  
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, Minnesota Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Hennepin County Bar Association
• Member, Ramsey County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Minnesota
• Wisconsin
• California

Education

• William Mitchell College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Augsburg College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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