Edward D. Johnson III

Edward D. Johnson III is the founding attorney of Edward Johnson and Associates P.C. Since 2014, he has built a respected criminal defense practice serving people facing serious legal problems. He is known for strong defense work, steady preparation, and dedicated representation in high-pressure criminal cases.

Edward’s professional background includes Colorado, 2013. He has been a member of the Chicago Bar Association, Cook County Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, and Illinois State Bar Association since 2013. He has also been a member of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois since 2014.

Edward handles many criminal defense matters, including murder, homicide, gun and weapons cases, civil forfeiture, asset forfeiture, cash seizure, DUI, license reinstatement, drugs and narcotics, expungement, theft charges, and OOP matters. He works to protect clients facing charges that may affect their freedom, record, and future.

Edward has earned several honors for his criminal defense work. He was named a Rising Star in Criminal Defense by SuperLawyers.com from 2016 to 2018. He has also received the Best 10 Under 40, AVVO Clients’ Choice, and Top 10 Criminal Defense Lawyer under 40 recognitions.

Edward brings focused knowledge to DUI, criminal law, expungement, trial techniques, and court practice. His scholarly lectures and publications include Defending DUI and Related Cases, Attacking and Defending Drunk Driving Tests, Relentless Criminal Cross-Examination, discovery methods in criminal cases, and Illinois criminal records relief.

Edward D. Johnson III offers free consultations through Edward Johnson & Associates P.C. Clients can contact the firm for help with charges, court dates, DUI matters, expungement, and serious criminal defense needs. His goal is to build a strong defense with skilled, determined representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Edward Johnson & Associates P.C.
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, Cook County Bar Association
• Member, DuPage County Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Member, United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
• Member, American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys
• Member, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Licensed State

• Colorado
• Illinois

Education

• University of Denver – Sturm College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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