J. Richard Johnson

J. Richard Johnson has been providing clients with strong legal representation since 1978. With extensive experience in litigation, workers’ compensation, personal injury, and insurance law, he is known for helping individuals navigate complex legal challenges. His practice also includes employment law and Social Security Disability, offering comprehensive support to those in need.

Richard earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Marietta College in 1974. He later obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa in 1978. While in law school, he served as Articles Editor for The Journal of Corporation Law, where he authored a well-cited article on the Williams Act and shareholder rights. He was also a member of Phi Delta Phi.

Richard has been practicing law in Iowa since his admission to the Iowa Bar in 1978. He is also licensed to appear before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa. Throughout his career, Richard has handled a broad spectrum of legal matters for individuals and businesses, building a strong reputation for thorough representation, strategic advocacy, and practical, results-focused legal solutions.

Richard maintains active involvement in several professional organizations, including the Linn County and Iowa State Bar Associations. He is also a member of the Iowa Defense Counsel Association and the Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, Inc. His engagement in these groups reflects a commitment to staying current with developments in the legal field.

J. Richard Johnson continues to support individuals and workers throughout Iowa by offering dependable legal guidance and experienced advocacy. With a focus on client needs and a dedication to upholding the highest standards of the legal profession, he strives to achieve just outcomes in every case he handles.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Johnson & Legislador, PLC
• Member, Linn County Bar Association
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association
• Member, Iowa Defense Counsel Association
• Member, The Iowa Association of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, Inc.

Licensed State

• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Marietta College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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